Health & Fitness

Mercy Hospital Hosts Breast Cancer Awareness Month Event

It takes place on Sept. 12 on the hospital's front lawn.

ROCKVILLE CENTRE, NY — To commemorate Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Catholic Health Mercy Hospital is holding a PINKtacular event on Sept. 12.

On the hospital's front lawn, you'll find meet and greets with physicians, who will also hold discussions.

Breast cancer resources will be given out and screening options will be discussed.

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There will also be refreshments, giveaways, plus a dunk tank and an obstacle course.

The noon-2 p.m. event is open to everyone, including survivors, caregivers and patients. But make sure to wear pink!

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