October 17, 2016 (Springfield, Pa) – Crozer-Keystone Health System has planned a range of activities in November to raise awareness and provide education about lung cancer and how it can be prevented and treated. For more information or to register for these events, call (484) 446-3647 or send an email to [email protected].
To learn more about the comprehensive cancer treatment services and convenient locations available within Crozer-Keystone, visit crozerkeystone.org/Cancer.
Nov. 3: Information Table: “Who, What, When & Why’s of Lung Cancer Screenings”
- Rocky Run YMCA, 1299 West Baltimore Pike, Media
- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Nov. 4: Lung Cancer Awareness Month Kick Off with Information Tables
- Crozer-Chester Medical Center (cafeteria), Delaware County Memorial Hospital (cafeteria), and Crozer-Keystone Regional Cancer Center at Broomall (inside main entrance) will have information tables regarding the importance of lung cancer screenings. All CKHS employees are asked to wear white. Free soft pretzels and gifts will be available.
- 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Nov. 9: Information Table: “Who, What, When & Why’s of Lung Cancer Screenings”
- GIANT Food Store, 721 W. Sproul Road, Springfield
- 12 to 2 p.m.
Nov. 10: Educational Program: “Who, What, When & Why’s of Lung Cancer Screenings”
- Learn about the importance of lung cancer screenings and how the lung cancer screening program at Crozer-Keystone is saving lives.
- Crozer-Keystone Regional Cancer Center at Brinton Lake, 500 Evergreen Drive, Glen Mills
- 5:30 p.m., Registration and light refreshments
- 6:00 p.m., Program led by Kerri Clay, PA-C and Patti Hollenback, R.N., BSN, OCN, Nurse Navigator
Nov. 15: Educational Program: “Who, What, When & Why’s of Lung Cancer Screenings”
- Learn about the importance of lung cancer screenings and how the lung cancer screening program at Crozer-Keystone is saving lives.
- Haverford Township Free Library, 1601 Darby Road, Havertown
- 12 p.m., Patti Hollenback, R.N., BSN, OCN, Nurse Navigator
Nov. 19: FREE Comprehensive Screening Event
- Springfield Hospital, 190 W. Sproul Road, Springfield, Main lobby
- 8:30 a.m., Registration and continental breakfast
- 9-11:30 a.m., Screenings to include (subject to change): glucose/cholesterol (fasting is required), prostate and PSA, breast exams, walk in mammograms (please provide insurance information, we also have grant funding for those uninsured), podiatry, blood pressure, bone density, sleep disorder, information on lung and colorectal cancers, and free flu shots!
Nov. 30: Crozer-Keystone Shine the Light on Lung Cancer Event
- A panel discussion focused on the benefits of screenings, early detection and advocacy for friends and family members. This event is in collaboration with the Lung Cancer Alliance.
- Crozer-Keystone Regional Cancer Center at Broomall, 30 Lawrence Road, Community Room
- 5:30 p.m., Registration and light refreshments
- 6 p.m., Program featuring Crozer-Keystone physicians and current patients
Crozer-Keystone Health System, based in Springfield, Pa., is the largest employer and health care provider in Delaware County, located southwest of Philadelphia. On July 1, 2016, Crozer-Keystone was acquired by Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc. Crozer-Keystone provides a full spectrum of wellness, prevention, acute care, rehabilitation and restorative care to the community. The health system consists of Crozer-Chester Medical Center in Upland; Delware County Memorial Hospital in Drexel Hill; Taylor Hospital in Ridley Park; Springfield Hospital in Springfield and Community Hospital in Chester. The system also operates several outpatient facilities, a comprehensive physician network of primary care and specialty practices, and the Healthplex® Sports Club. For more information, visit www.crozerkeystone.org or call 1-800-CK-HEALTH (1-800-254-3258).
