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Colon Cancer Prevention and Detection Event

March 13, 2008

The Middlesex Hospital Cancer will host a talk on prevention and early detection of colon cancer on Wednesday, March 26, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in the atrium of the Cancer Center at

536 Saybrook Road

in Middletown. The event is free and open to the public.

 

The event will feature a presentation by local gastroenterologist Stan Opalacz, M.D., who will discuss colon cancer and the importance of prevention and early detection. A question-and-answer session will follow the presentation.

 

There will also be exhibits featuring information on colorectal screening and colonoscopies, nutrition, genetics, treatment, rehabilitation, the Cancer Center Patient Resource Library, American Cancer Society programs, and cancer support groups for patients and children.  A home test for colon disease will also be available free of charge to all those in attendance.

 

Light refreshments, courtesy of Chef Bob Greenberg – Café on the Run, will be served and door prizes will be available.

 

For more information and to register, call (860) 358-2065.

Contact Information

Cancer Center
860-358-2065