Colon cancer awareness events get more locations
HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) – Owensboro Health, in partnership with the Kentucky Cancer Program, says it is expanding its annual Colon Cancer Awareness Events to more locations this year.
Officials say these educational events will provide important resources on colorectal cancer prevention, screening and treatment. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit health resource booths, speak with healthcare professionals and learn how regular screenings can prevent colon cancer or detect it early when it's most treatable. Some locations will also feature an interactive inflatable colon display, allowing visitors to walk through and see healthy colon tissue, polyps and cancerous growths up close.
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Owensboro Health says the 2025 event schedule includes:
March 4
Breckenridge Medical Building at 1000 Breckenridge Street
8 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Small colon inflatable and health resource booths
March 5
Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Small colon inflatable and health resource booths
March 6
Henderson Healthplex
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Health resource booths only
March 7
Owensboro Health Regional Hospital
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Large colon inflatable and health resource booths
March 11
Muhlenberg Healthplex
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Health resource booths only
March 12
Madisonville Healthplex
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Health resource booths only
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Owensboro Health says colorectal cancer is one of the leading causes of cancer-related deaths, yet it is highly preventable with timely screenings. According to the Owensboro Health Cancer Registry, colorectal cancer remains a top concern in the region.
Owensboro Health invites the public to attend these free events to learn more about keeping their colon healthy.
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