The Orlando VA Medical Center to Host Breast Cancer Awareness Event & Walk
PRESS RELEASE
October 1, 2024
Orlando , FL — Orlando, Fla. - In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Orlando VA Healthcare System (OVAHCS) will host a series of events throughout October to raise awareness about breast cancer prevention, early detection, and support resources available to Veterans, their families, and staff.
- Thursday, October 10, 2024, The Viera/Palm Bay VA Clinics will host a tabling event from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. followed by an awareness walk at noon. POC: Gemmalyn.Mendoza@va.gov.
- Friday, October 18, 2024, The Orlando VA Medical Center will host a tabling event from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. on the first-floor hallway near the canteen. An awareness walk will follow at 12:15 p.m. at the flagpole in front of the medical center.POC: Theresa.Zephirin@va.gov.
- Friday, October 25, 2024, The Lake Baldwin VA Clinic will host a tabling event from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. followed by an awareness walk at noon. POC: lorelie.staana-perez@va.gov.
- Friday, October 25, 2024, The Daytona VA clinic will host a tabling event from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. followed by a walk from 12 - 1 p.m. POC: marigold.santos@va.gov.
- Friday, October 25, 2024, The Deltona VA Clinic will host a tabling event from 8:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. followed by an awareness walk at noon. POC: aira.martinezacevedo@va.gov.
- Wednesday, October 30, 2024, The Kissimmee VA Clinic will host a tabling event from 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. followed by an awareness walk at noon. POC: aira.martinezacevedo@va.gov.
In addition to educational resources, the health fair will offer support services for individuals affected by breast cancer, including survivorship programs, counseling resources, and community support groups. Attendees will have the chance to connect with fellow survivors, caregivers, and advocates to share experiences and find encouragement in their fight against breast cancer.
For more information about this event, please contact Theresa Zephirin, at 407-257-1851.
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