Mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October

Delaware County residents can visit the following events during October — Breast Cancer Awareness Month — and November to support those affected by cancer and to take preventative health measures:

Red Cross blood drives

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the American Red Cross encourages eligible donors to give blood to support cancer patients and others who depend on transfusions.

Mary Alice Donofrio gave blood for the first time in memory of her mother who received several blood transfusions while being treated for breast cancer. “I had no idea what to expect, but the experience was very easy and quite rewarding,” she said. “Ever since then, I try and give blood as often as I can, and every time it gives me a good feeling in my heart. It is so nice to know that taking just an hour or so out of my day can help save the lives of others.”

According to the American Cancer Society, nearly 1.7 million new cases of cancer are expected in the U.S. this year. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women, with nearly 253,000 women expected to be diagnosed in 2017. Cancer patients may need blood products during chemotherapy, surgery or treatment for complications.

The following donation are set for second half of October around Delaware County and the immediate surrounding areas:

• Aston: 207 p.m. Oct. 20, Aston Township Building, 5021 Pennell Road

• Broomall: 2-7 p.m. Oct. 20, St. Luke’s Greek Orthodox Church, 35 N. Malin Road; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 24, Brightwood Career Institute, 1991 Sproul Road

• Bryn Mawr: 2-7 p.m. Oct. 27, Church of the Redeemer, 230 Pennswood Road; 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Oct. 30, Harcum College, 750 Montgomery Ave.

• Glen Mills: 2-7 p.m. Oct. 17, Elam United Methodist Church, 1051 Smithbridge Road

• Lansdowne: 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 28, St. Philomena Roman Catholic Church, 24 N. Wycombe Ave.

• Media: 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Oct. 20, Riddle Hospital, Health Center 4, 1068 W. Baltimore Pike; 2-7 p.m. Oct. 25, Reformation Lutheran Church, 102 Rose Tree Road; 7 a.m.-noon Oct. 27, Riddle Hospital, Health Center 4, 1068 W. Baltimore Pike

• Villanova: Noon-5 p.m. Oct. 30, Villanova University Law School, 299 N. Spring Mill Road

• Wallingford: 2-7 p.m. Oct. 25, Wallingford Presbyterian Church, 110 E. Brookhaven Road

• Wayne: 1:30-6:3- p.m. Oct. 17, The Saturday Club, 117 W. Wayne Ave.

• Woodlyn: 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Oct. 23, Kinder Park Community Building, 1855 Constitution Ave.

For information and to schedule an appointment, download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit www.redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). All blood types are needed to ensure a reliable supply for patients.

Tinicum health fair, 5k

As part of the Tinicum’s community day on Saturday, Oct. 14 (rain date Oct. 15), the township holds health fair from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on the river at Governor Printz Park, 101 Taylor Ave., Essington. A 5k to benefit Coaches vs. Cancer is also held Saturday.

The health fair includes free flu shots for township residents from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (I.D. required; 200 shots are available) and several health care providers on site to provide information and demostrations on healthy living and preventative healthcare.

The Joe King and Dave Remshard Memorial 5k run/walk is set for 10:45 a.m. Registration opens at 9:30. Entry fee is $25 per person. All proceeds benefit Coaches Vs. Cancer and several Tinicum families struggling with medical bills while fighting disease.

Crozer-Keystone events

Crozer-Keystone Health System hosts “Think Pink” special events that pair mammography screenings with free gifts durings the month of November at health system locations. In addition to receiving a free gift, patients can enjoy free refreshments when they come for their appointment. Events are held:

• Springfield Hospital from 4-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 1, and Wednesday, Nov. 15

• Media Medical Plaza from 4-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 and Thursday, Nov. 16

• Crozer-Medical Plaza at Brinton Lake from 4:30-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7 and Tuesday, Nov. 21

• Delaware County Memorial Hospital from 8 a.m.-noon Saturday, Nov. 11 and 3-7 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 28

• Crozer-Keystone at Broomall from 8:15-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 11 and 4-6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14

• Crozer-Chester Medical Center from 3-6 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 14 and Tuesday, Nov. 28

For information and registration, call 1-866-5-CKX-RAY (1-866-525-9729) or visit ckimaging.crozerkeystone.org

The health system hosts a free comprehensive screening events at Crozer Brinton Lake Cancer Center, 500 Evergreen Drive, Glen Mills, on Saturday, Nov. 18. A free continental breakfast is served at 8:30 a.m., followed by screenings from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Free available.

The event includes following screenings: • Glucose/Cholesterol • Prostate PSA Levels • Blood Pressure • Bone Density • Breast Exams • Mammogram • Podiatry Osteoporosis • Sleep Disorder • Colorectal and Lung Screening Information

Pre-registration is required. For information and registration, contact Crozer-Keystone Community Outreach at 484-4463647 or debra.simon@ crozer.org flu shots are also the Scheduling