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October 16, 2026

Free Breast Cancer Screenings Offered Today At Chattooga County Health Department

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The Chattooga County Health Department is hosting a special breast cancer awareness event today, Friday, October 16, offering free breast exams and information about breast cancer screening to eligible women in the community.

October 12, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga County Health Department Hosting Breast Cancer Awareness Event Friday

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The Chattooga County Health Department will host a special Breast Cancer Awareness event this Friday, October 16, as part of activities recognizing October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The event will take place from 8 a.m. until 1 p.m. at the Chattooga County Health Department, located at 60 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Attendees will have access to a variety of resources and services, including breast exams for those who choose to receive one, assistance with mammogram paperwork and information about scheduling a mammogram.

The event will also feature goody bags, a limited number of breast cancer awareness T-shirts and light refreshments.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month is observed each October to encourage awareness of the disease and the importance of regular screenings and early detection.

Health officials encourage area residents to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about breast health and available screening resources.

For additional information about Friday’s event, contact the Chattooga County Health Department at 706-857-3471.

October 8, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Free Breast Exams Offered At Chattooga County Health Department October 16

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The Chattooga County Health Department will offer free breast exams for qualifying uninsured and underinsured women age 40 and older on Friday, October 16.

October 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Pinktober Event Planned At Chattooga County Health Department

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The Chattooga County Health Department will host a Breast Cancer Awareness Event on Friday, October 16, offering information, resources and assistance to area residents during Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

The “Pinktober in Chattooga” event will be held from 8 AM until 1 PM at the health department, located at 60 Farrar Drive in Summerville.

Activities and services will include breast exams for those who choose to receive one, assistance with mammogram paperwork, information about scheduling a mammogram, goody bags, limited breast cancer awareness T-shirts and light refreshments.

Organizers say early detection is an important part of protecting women’s health and are encouraging residents to take advantage of the opportunity to learn more about available screening resources.

The event includes services for uninsured or underinsured individuals age 40 and older, with eligibility guidelines applying.

The event is open to the public. For additional information, contact the Chattooga County Health Department at 706-857-3471.

September 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Challenges Community To “Light Your Porch Pink” For Breast Cancer Awareness

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AdventHealth Georgia is once again asking residents across Northwest Georgia to turn their porch lights pink during October in support of breast cancer awareness.

September 13, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

AdventHealth Redmond Adds Robotic Technology To Improve Lung Cancer Diagnosis

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AdventHealth Redmond has expanded its lung cancer diagnostic services with the launch of a new robotic bronchoscopy system designed to help doctors reach and biopsy small or difficult-to-access lung nodules.

August 19, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mobile Lung Cancer Screening Bus In Trion Today — Open To The Public

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The CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital Breathe Easy Mobile Lung Screening Coach is in Trion today, Wednesday, August 19, offering low-dose CT lung cancer screenings — and the service is not limited to Mount Vernon Mills employees.

August 18, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Mobile Lung Cancer Screening Bus Coming To Mount Vernon Mills Wednesday

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Residents in Chattooga County will have an opportunity Wednesday to take advantage of low-dose CT lung cancer screenings when the CommonSpirit Memorial Hospital Breathe Easy Mobile Lung Screening Coach visits Trion.

August 6, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Paper Doll Parade and Breast Cancer Awareness 5K Returns to Rome

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Families, survivors and supporters will come together at Ridge Ferry Park in Rome on Saturday, September 26, for the annual Paper Doll Parade and Breast Cancer Awareness 5K.

April 13, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

AngioScreen Bus Coming To Chattooga Health Fair Could Help Save Lives

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The Chattooga Health Fair is coming up, and this year it will include an AngioScreen bus offering important preventative screenings. The screening checks for early warning signs of heart attack and stroke before symptoms ever appear. That is what makes it so important. Many people feel completely normal and go about their daily lives with no idea that a serious health issue could already be developing.