Those members of the faculty and staff who are now enrolled in the Ameritas Dental Plan will not automatically continue their dental coverage in the Protective DentalCare plan unless they complete a Protective enrollment form during the Open Enrollment period that ends on October 27th. When a woman they knew and cared about fought against breast cancer, others joined the fight. The result was a beautiful display of love and support which also serves as a fundraiser for breast cancer research and treatment. Carrie's Quilt, which honors many women who have survived or succumbed to cancer, will be on display in the uphill stairwell of the ground floor of the LC this week and in the Center Room next week as part of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Also, free literature about prevention, risk factors, and mammography will be available in Walls Lounge, LC, from 10 am to 2 pm, Wednesday, October 25.
Participants can practice checking for lumps using models specifically designed for the purpose.
Rozalyn Yannaccone, the nurse practitioner from Student Health Services, will be offering private breast exams without charge to interested women during this time. Walk-ins are welcome, appointments preferred. Call 577-1401 to sign up for a time. We encourage all of you to take time to learn more about this problem. Co-sponsors include Community Health Promotion, Student Health Services, and the Women's Resource Center.