Enjoy Chocolate and Strawberries While Learning About Breast Health at Norwalk City Hall on March 29th

NORWALK, Connecticut – March 1, 2017 - The City of Norwalk in collaboration with Norwalk Hospital’s Smilow Family Breast Center and CancerCare Inc. invite the community to attend a “Chocolate, Strawberries and Breast Health” program on Wednesday, March 29, at 5 pm. The program takes place at Norwalk City Hall’s Community Room where breast health experts from Norwalk Hospital and CancerCare will discuss topics focused on breast health and awareness for women and men.

Opening remarks will be delivered by Lucia C. Rilling, “First Lady” of the City of Norwalk. Featured topics and presenters include:

• Screening Recommendations led by Jeanne Capasse, MD, Surgical Director, SFBHC, Norwalk Hospital
• Dispel Myths and Fears led by Mary Heery, APRN, Breast Health Specialist, Norwalk Hospital
• Navigate Health Barriers led by Zarek Mena, CPN, Certified Patient Navigator, Norwalk Hospital
• Maintain Breast Health and Access Services led by Susan Beno, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor, CancerCare Inc.

Questions, answers and testimonials follow the presentations, and breast health advocates will be available to connect attendees with appropriate breast care services.

Attendees will also have an opportunity to win a $50 gift certificate for a massage, Reiki or other services offered by Norwalk Hospital’s Integrative Medicine Department, and other prize giveaways.

For more information and to register, please call Zarek Mena at (203) 852-2300.

About Western Connecticut Health Network

Western Connecticut Health Network is the region's premier, patient-centered health care organization serving residents of Western Connecticut and adjacent New York. The organization is anchored by three nationally recognized hospitals, Danbury Hospital, New Milford Hospital and Norwalk Hospital, and their affiliated organizations. The continuum of care offered includes numerous Western Connecticut Medical Group medical and sub-specialty practices, home health care services, a nationally renowned biomedical research institute, the Danbury Hospital & New Milford Hospital Foundation, the Norwalk Hospital Foundation and other affiliates. For more information, visit WCHN.org. Share your comments with us at Facebook.com/DanburyHospital; Facebook.com/NewMilfordHospital and/or Facebook.com/NorwalkHospital.

About CancerCare®

Founded in 1944, CancerCare® is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. Our comprehensive services include counseling and support groups over the phone, online and in-person, educational workshops, publications and financial and co-payment assistance. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts.

CancerCare’s Connecticut office was opened in 1988 to ensure that Connecticut residents have full access to all CancerCare services. To learn more, visit www.cancercare.org or call 800-813-HOPE (4673).

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