October is all about pumpkins and Halloween but it also is the time to think pink for Breast Cancer Awareness month. It is easy to show support by simply wearing pink throughout the month. The Eagles were seen this past Sunday sporting their pink gloves and cleats. (Of course, it is also red October for the Phillies!)

So many number people have been affected by this disease one way or another. Luckily, though, there are a variety of ways to support the cause in our own community & help in the continuing fight against breast cancer. Since this month marks the official Breast Cancer Awareness month, Bucks Happening put together a guide including events, support groups, and general information about breast cancer. So many great events are happening throughout Bucks County so you can help support the cause!

Support Groups:

Doylestown Hospital – meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7pm and 9pm in Conference Room A. Contact Karen Quinian at 215-345-2866.

Grand View Hospital – meets the second Monday of each month at 7pm in the radiation oncology waiting room. Alternating support chat or an educational event. Contact Suzanne Campbell at 215-453-3223.

Grand View Hospital, young survivors – meets the first Monday of each month at 7pm in the radiation oncology waiting room. Contact Suzanne Campbell at 215-453-3223.

Lower Bucks Hospital – meets the third Wednesday of each month at 7pm in conference room number one in the pavilion.

St. Mary Medical Center – contact Josephine Constalas at 215-710-4511 for more information.

Gilda's Club –  the networking group meets the last Wednesday of each month at 6:30pm in Warminster. The young survivors group meets the first Wednesday of each month. Gilda's Club is an organization where people with cancer and their families and friends join with others to build social and emotional support. They offer support groups, networking groups, lectures, workshops, and social events free of charge in a welcoming, home-like setting. Call 215-441-3290 to RSVP or for more information. Registration is required.

Bucks County Breast Friends – meetings are typically held the first Thursday of each month at 7pm in Bensalem. If you are interested in learning more about the support group, please contact Stacey Simcik at 215-280-7745.

Events:

Living Well with Metastatic Breast Cancer Teleconference – October 7th & October 28th, 12 noon. Join LBBC for their free teleconference series. Part 1, Treatment and Research Update, will provide you with information on advances in research studies and new therapies to manage breast cancer that has spread to your bones, lungs, brain or liver. Speaker Lidia Schapira, MD, will also give you practical advice on how to talk to your doctor about research studies and how they apply to your care and life. During Part 2, speaker Steven D. Passik, PhD, will talk about managing symptoms and side effects.

Free Breast Cancer Screening at Lower Bucks Hospital –  October 9th, 9am. The Linda Creed Breast Cancer Foundation provides mammography screenings for women with little or no medical insurance. In addition to a mammogram, women can expect to receive a clinical breast exam and important breast health information that includes an opportunity for questions and answers. Should a screening come back questionable, Linda Creed will also provide free follow-up care in the form of a diagnostic mammogram and/or ultrasound and help find care beyond this level. Call 215-564-3700 and press “1” to speak with Belda Chan, Project Coordinator.

Optimal Sport Health Club & Fox Chase Cancer Center present Optimal Fitness for a Cure October 9th 8am-1pm.  Both members and non-members are invited to their Newtown location for a range of fun $5 fitness classes ($20 for a day pass).

Concert Under the Stars – October 9th, 5-9pm the Talking Teacup in Chalfont will host their final fundraiser prior to the Breast Cancer 3-day walk. The Mango Men will perform outside the Talking Teacup. Food and refreshments will be available with all proceeds going to the Susan G. Komen fund.

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer –  October 10th at 7:30am. The American Cancer Society will host a noncompetitive, five mile walk to raise awareness and dollars to fight breast cancer. Pledges are dedicated to life-saving American Cancer Society research, education, patient support, and advocacy programs to defeat the disease.

Breast Cancer Support Group Annual Celebration – October 13th, 7-8:30pm Doylestown Hospital will host this free event for anyone affected by breast cancer. Please call 215-345-2261 to register. The event will be held in conference rooms B & C.

3-Day for the Cure – Susan G. Komen for the Cure – October 15th, 7am. The Komen 3-Day for the Cure, a three-day, 60-mile walk, is the greatest distance you can go in the fight against breast cancer. This year, for the Komen Philadelphia Affiliate family of survivors, activist and supporters, the event will take place in the heart of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

Macy’s Shop for a Cause – October 16th, 9am. Shop For A Cause gives you the opportunity to help Linda Creed by purchasing a $5 Shopping Pass for exclusive savings and special offers in every Macy’s store.

What is Your Risk for Breast Cancer? – October 26th, 7pm. Join Eileen Engle, MD, Director of Women’s Services and Kathy Nellett, RN, Breast Care Coordinator for this informative discussion. The Cancer Institute of Doylestown Hospital offers the Cancer Risk Evaluation Program (CREP) for women who want to learn about their personal risk for breast and ovarian cancer. The program is a collaboration between Doylestown Hospital and the Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania. FREE. (Conf. Room C, Doylestown Hospital). Call 215-345-2121 to register.

Free Breast Cancer Screening  at Aria Health-Bucks Campus – October 30th, 9am. The Linda Creed Breast Cancer Foundation provides mammography screenings for women with little or no medical insurance. In addition to a mammogram, women can expect to receive a clinical breast exam and important breast health information that includes an opportunity for questions and answers. Should a screening come back questionable, Linda Creed will also provide free follow-up care in the form of a diagnostic mammogram and/or ultrasound and help find care beyond this level. Please Call 215-564-3700 and press “1” to speak with Belda Chan, Project Coordinator.

Rock the Ribbon – October 30th, 8pm, Support Breastcancer.org as they celebrate their 10 year anniversary at the Academy of Music in Philadelphia. Live performance by Harry Connick Jr. Tickets still available for this fun event for a good cause. All proceeds benefit Breastcancer.org.

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