October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and Crawford County Memorial Hospital (CCMH) is proud to support the fight against breast cancer with a series of educational and community-focused activities throughout the month. From a virtual walk to an educational Lunch and Learn, CCMH is inviting patients, staff, and the community to take part in raising awareness about the importance of early detection and support for those affected.
Join the 1.8-Mile Virtual Walk
To highlight the startling statistic that 1 in 8 women in the U.S. will be diagnosed with breast cancer in her lifetime, CCMH is hosting a 1.8-mile virtual walk.
Walk on your own anytime, anywhere and complete the 1.8 miles (or more) during the dates of October 12th – 25th. It is free to join us in our virtual walk.
How It Works:
- Dates: October 12 – October 25
- Who Can Join: Open to all patients, community members, and staff
Participants can walk as many 1.8-mile segments as they’d like. Each time you walk 1.8 miles, submit them to us to be entered in a prize drawing.
To Participate:
- Register at the form below.
- Submit your miles here: Click Here (If you need another way to submit your miles, please call 712-265-2522)
- Deadline to submit miles: Tuesday, October 27
For every 1.8-mile walk submitted, participants will receive an entry into a prize drawing to be held on October 31!
1.8 Virtual Walk Registration
Registration is free. We will be sending you additional information after you register.
Lunch and Learn – October 7th: Breast Cancer Awareness & Importance of a Mammogram
CCMH invites you to a special Lunch and Learn with Katie Tremel on October 7 at 11:45 am.
Katie will speak on Breast Cancer Awareness and the Importance of a Mammogram, sharing insights into early detection, prevention, and how regular screenings save lives.
- Date: Monday, October 7
- Time: 11:45 am
- Location: Crawford County Memorial Hospital, Meeting Room D
- RSVP: Call Dustin Durbin at 712-265-2520
Lunch will be provided. RSVP to attend and learn how simple actions like scheduling a mammogram can make a life-saving difference.
Treat Bags for Patients Having Mammograms in October
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, every patient who has a mammography in October will get a thank-you treat bag for putting their health first.
In addition, everyone who receives a mammogram at CCMH during October will be automatically entered into a drawing for a beautiful breast cancer awareness quilt. The drawing will be held after the month ends.
Let’s Walk, Learn, and Support Together
From educational events to community walks and giveaways, CCMH is dedicated to raising awareness of breast cancer prevention and support. Join us in taking meaningful steps — both literally and figuratively — to fight breast cancer together.
