excela ladies night out: celebrating hope
October 3, 2019
Awareness Begins Here According to the American Cancer Society, one in eight women will have some form of breast cancer in her lifetime. October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, is a time to raise awareness about breast cancer and early detection. The American Society of Breast Surgeons recommends that women with an average risk of breast cancer should initiate yearly screening mammography at age 40. At the Excela Health Breast Center, we offer state-of-the-art mammography suites for both screening and diagnostic mammograms. Excela is dedicated to providing the most efficient and advanced technology available, screening every woman using 3D mammography technology. In an effort to make the process of scheduling a mammogram even simpler, women can now request an appointment online. Excela also offers Walk-In Wednesday, with extended hours from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. during the month of October, a no-appointment opportunity to get a routine mammogram as an alternative to scheduling a mammo. Remind the women in your life to schedule their appointment! “At Excela Health, we are committed to breast health and excellence in every way. Every patient receives the highest quality of care, latest technologies and compassionate guidance throughout their journey. We are dedicated to creating a supportive environment for our patients, during this challenging time” -Sharon Goldstein, MD, FACS Director of Excela Breast Center
Join Excela Health to celebrate women and learn about breast cancer awareness through art and artistry of our physician/health care speakers. This special employee-only event is on October 30, at the Greensburg Country Club. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and the program will begin at 6 p.m. Guests will enjoy an artful presentation on Excela Health's perspective on cancer care and will paint their own fall-themed masterpiece using watercolors. Registration is $10 per person with 100% of the proceeds benefiting state-of-the-art technology for the advancement of breast care at Excela Health. Seating is limited, RSVP by October 19 here. For any questions please contact Laura Denner at ldenner@excelahealth.org. For more information click here.
3D mammo: Every women, every time. Dr. Corinne Lynch, radiologist, discusses the lifesaving difference a 3D mammogram can make in a woman’s life. Learn why Excela Health has made this technology the standard of care for every woman, every time.
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Vol. 2 Issue 39
Say “Boo” to the flu! “Dr. Lang is always very concerned about your problem. She listens to you carefully, asks questions. shows she is very concerned and works along with you to find answers. I am 68 yrs old and have been seeing Dr. Lang for a number of years. She is the best.” -Happy Patient
Community EVENTS •
Fall into BINGO, 11/2, doors open at noon, lunch served noon to 1:30 p.m., and bingo begins at 1:30 p.m., Saint John the Evangelist Roman Catholic Church, 306 St. Johns Drive, Latrobe. Jackpot wins: regular $200; “X” $300; coverall $1,000; 14 regular games $50; four single quickie games $75, and three special games $100. All proceeds benefit the Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society. Tickets are $25 and quantities are limited. To purchase tickets, contact Patti Buhl at PBuhl@excelahealth.org.
It's time to begin preparing for our systemwide flu vaccination program and for all employees to mark their calendars for their opportunities to receive a flu shot to be in compliance with this condition of employment. As was previously announced, beginning with the 2019 flu season, vaccination is mandatory for all employees with limited exemptions for medical or religious reasons. Excela Health has a stellar compliance rate each flu season, and we expect a similar response this year, too. To view the list of times and locations click here.
Reminders Don’t forget to order your over-the-counter medications for your children this school year from the Westmoreland Hospital Outpatient Pharmacy. Learn more here: http://bit.ly/2kq6nRz
Check out these SPOOK-TACULAR perks for the month of October!
Upcoming On-site Events Collective Goods Sale. Fresh finds for everybody, including books, electronics, home goods, kids gifts and more! • 10/15, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Latrobe Hospital, Main Floor Corridor • 10/16, 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Latrobe Hospital, Main Floor Corridor • 10/17, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Excela Square at Latrobe, Community Room Proceeds benefit Latrobe Area Hospital Aid Society. National Fire Prevention Week. Order your fire extinguisher today through Advanced Fire. Extinguishers will be available for pick up on multiple days/times. View the full information here.
There are perks available for all interests. For more details and to view more than 100 perks, visit www.myexcelaperks.org.