Join us for a free community event on Saturday, November 8, dedicated to empowering the community with knowledge, advocacy, and access to care. SHN’s Diagnostic Imaging and Cancer Care teams, in partnership with The Olive Branch of Hope and other key community and health partners, are holding a Breast Health and Reproductive Wellness Event for Black Communities following Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
This year’s event focuses on the vital connection between hormonal health, breast health, and reproductive wellness, highlighting how health is interconnected with shared experience and cultural impacts.
What to Expect
- Panel discussions and seminars featuring experts, patients with lived experience, and community advocates
- Same-day onsite mammograms (bring your health card)
- Wellness activities and opportunities for Q&A
- Complimentary lunch and giveaways
- Music and community engagement
- Free parking with vouchers provided
This event shines a spotlight on the unique challenges and health disparities faced by Black individuals, including higher rates of fibroids, breast cancer mortality, and barriers to equitable care. Through informed conversations and community support, we aim to raise awareness and improve outcomes for all.
Topics Include:
- The role of hormones in breast health, fibroid development, and menstrual cycles
- Breast cancer risks specific to Black individuals
- The impact of breast cancer treatments on fertility, menstrual health, and menopause
- Early detection methods: mammograms, self-exams, and genetic testing
- Mental and emotional wellness throughout the health journey
- Advocacy and prevention strategies for long-term well-being
Why Attend:
- Gain essential knowledge about breast and reproductive health
- Understand how hormones influence your health across life stages
- Hear directly from trusted physicians, survivors, and community advocates
- Access free screening and connect with vital support resources
- Join a community committed to empowerment and wellness
Mammogram Screenings
People aged 40-74 can self-refer and enroll in the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP), which offers screening mammograms every two years. We encourage staff to get screened. If you’d like to attend this event and get screened, bring your health card to participate in same-day mammograms. If you fall outside this age range, an on-site physician will be available to determine your eligibility.
Stay tuned for updates about event details in the coming weeks!
This event is hosted by SHN in partnership with The Olive Branch of Hope, Black Physicians’ Association of Ontario, TAIBU Community Health Centre, Scarborough Ontario Health Team, Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities, Help A Girl Out, Hologic, Siemens Healthineers, and Toronto Central Regional Cancer Centre.