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Scalise to Host Health and Cancer Awareness Expo Saturday, March 6

February 26, 2010

Washington, DC -- Congressman Steve Scalise today announced that he will host a Health and Cancer Awareness Expo on Saturday, March 6 to give families the opportunity to meet with medical professionals and learn more about cancer prevention and detection.

“In the fight against cancer, detection and prevention are among the most important ways to win the battle and lead a long and healthy life,” Scalise said. “The Health and Cancer Expo will provide families with the opportunity to receive free screenings and visit with many health care professionals to learn more about detection, prevention, and other health related issues.”

Health and Cancer Awareness Expo

Saturday, March 6

10 AM – 12 PM

John Slidell Park Gym

105 Robert Blvd.

Slidell

Participants and services featured at Congressman Scalise’s Health and Cancer Awareness Expo include:

  • American Cancer Society
  • The Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center
  • The Lance Armstrong Foundation
  • Slidell Memorial Hospital
  • Northshore Regional Hospital
  • Mammogram Sign Up
  • Oncologist to Discuss Early Detection, Answer Questions
  • Dental Impressions (LSU Dental)
  • Glaucoma Screening (Louisiana Lions Eye Foundation
  • Nutrition / Dietician Information (SLU Food and Nutrition)
  • Skin and Colorectal Cancer Screenings
  • Mental Health / Depression Screening (River Oaks)
  • At Home Senior Care (Home Instead)
  • Campaign for Tobacco-Free Living Informational Booth

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Contact: Luke Bolar
202-226-4309