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Orange City Area Health System invites women of all ages to its first Breast Health Symposium, October 20, from 5:15 to 8:45pm at the Sioux Golf & Country Club in Alton. This social and informative evening features three keynote speakers, a panel of healthcare professionals, and many fun and educational booths and displays. Keynote speakers include Kim Lyons-Weiland of "Beyond Pink," who will share how her diagnosis of breast cancer led her to make a major career change; Kristi Egland, PhD, who will offer "research insights from a scientist who is also a breast cancer survivor;" and Michelle Christy, who will share her experiences about "thriving, not just surviving" breast cancer. The $5 advanced purchase ticket cost also includes an hors d'oeuvres buffet and a complementary beverage.
Seating is limited. Tickets may be purchased at the Orange City Area Health System ER reception desk, or by sending in an order with payment to Barb Den Herder, Education Coordinator, at the OCAHS main
campus: 1000 Lincoln Circle SE, Orange City, IA 51041. The Breast Health Symposium is supported by a grant from the Siouxland Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.R
