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– Frequent sun or UV light exposure
– A family history of skin cancer
– A mole that has changed in shape, color or size
– A sore that won’t heal
Woodard Properties invites the community to come out and join a fun-filled day in Fifeville with family-friendly activities, food trucks, a bounce house, local vendors, music, and much more! Help bring the community together and support businesses on Cherry Avenue. UVA Cancer Center Outreach and Engagement Team members will be present with health education opportunities.
The Danville Police Department Presents 2nd Annual Cars & Community. Car Meet-Music-Vendors-Food trucks-Police & Fires- Tons of Family Fun on October 8th from 3-7 pm. The event is designed to bring community organizations and resources to the community through the draw of a car show. A UVA Cancer Center Community Outreach and Engagement team member plans to attend to provide cancer prevention and early detection resources for the community. If you have questions about the event, please contact the Danville Police Department.
Join the Latino Health Initiative at the Boys and Girls Club in Southwood for a presentation in Spanish to discuss how family history and genetics affects your cancer risk, learn about screening options for colorectal and breast cancer, and how you can access the Every Woman’s Life program to get a FREE Mammogram.
Facebook live event at Sin Barreras Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sinbarrerascville/
The Ballou Recreation Center presents the Fall Senior Expo Fair on November 3rd from 10 am to 2 pm in Danville, Va. Over 30 vendors will be on-side to share senior resources related to health, wellness, insurance, community services, and more. A UVA Cancer Center Community Outreach Team Member will be on site for resources and education
Services and education provided include blood pressure checks, glucose testing, information about nutrition, and cancer education and screening. BRHD will provide vaccines. Come enjoy activities for adults and children.
The Office of Community Outreach and Engagement will be present, providing cancer-related early detection and prevention education, awareness, and resources at the following event:
Event: Health Expo Breakfast
Date: Saturday, April 1st, 8:30 -Noon.
Details: Vance Street Baptist Church in partnership with the Virginia Department of Health are hosting a Health Expo Breakfast on April 1st, 2023 from 8:30 a.m.-Noon at Vance Street Baptist Church (206 Vance Street). All are welcome. We’ll have food, fellowship, and education on healthcare topics that affect us all. We’ll also have kids’ activities, topics for tweens, teens and adults. Please contact Yolanda Pool at ypool4@gmail.com for details.
Bryan Price, UVA Cancer Center will present on “Let’s Talk About Prostate Cancer”