Untie the Ribbons is a free community event to educate, enlighten and empower the community on the link between genetics, family history and cancer.
Men and women 35 and above, specifically African Americans are encouraged to attend and learn more about genetics and family history and their link to cancer. Survivors are also asked to attend to share their personal experiences with cancer.
Participants will be educated on family history and its link cancer, and how they can reduce their risk – thus improving their quality of life and reducing mortality. This will be done through presentations from medical experts and survivors. Other health vendors will be onsite to provide additional health information.
Light breakfast and refreshments will be served. Cooking demos and educational vendors will be included as part of the event. Door prizes will be given put throughout the day. To-go lunch will be served at the conclusion of the event.
For questions, please contact Cryshel Richard at crichard@marybird.com. And for information about free cancer screenings, please call (225) 215-1234.
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