La Porte, IN – Northwest Health – La Porte will hold a “Blow Away Breast Cancer” rally at the hospital to commemorate breast cancer awareness month in the community, to celebrate and honor those who have been affected by a breast cancer diagnosis, and to discuss the importance of early detection.

The event will take place at noon on Monday, October 6 at Northwest Health – La Porte, 1331 State Street, La Porte, on the front lawn near the flag poles. In case of inclement weather, meet in the hospital’s main lobby.

The event will include comments from hospital leadership, a proclamation read by Mayor Dermody, a flag raising ceremony, and “planting” of decorative pinwheels that symbolize the wind “blowing away breast cancer.”

“During breast cancer awareness month in October, all of us at Northwest Health – La Porte hold our patients and their loved ones affected by breast cancer close to our hearts. This event is for them, and our caregivers who work so closely alongside them on their journey. We welcome the public to attend,” said Mark Casanova, CEO, Northwest Health – La Porte.

The creators of the Blow Away Breast Cancer event – from La Porte Hospital’s Diagnostic Imaging Department (an American College of Radiology Breast Center of Excellence) – hope that the breast cancer flag that waves throughout the month, and the pinwheels that blow in the wind, will create awareness about the importance of annual screening mammograms to detect breast cancer in its earliest stages, when it is curable or most treatable.

To schedule a screening mammogram call 219-326-2444.

About Northwest Health
Northwest Health is a regional healthcare system committed to providing communities in Northwest Indiana with high-quality, accessible health care — from highly specialized care and surgical services to more routine primary care. The system of more than 60 access points includes three hospitals, five emergency departments, urgent care centers, outpatient surgery centers, an ambulance service, and physician offices. A compassionate team of caregivers work hard to fulfill its mission to help people get well and live healthier. For more information, visit NWHealthIN.com.