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SUMMARY:White River Health to Host FREE Breast Health Talk and Dinner October 27 in Batesville With Cancer Survivors and Medical Experts
DESCRIPTION:October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month\, and White River Health is inviting the community to a special evening of breast health education\, personal stories of courage and survival\, and a complimentary dinner in Batesville. \nThe FREE Breast Health Talk and Dinner will take place Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026\, at 6 PM at the White River Medical Center Conference Center. \nThe evening will feature medical professionals discussing breast health and genetic counseling\, along with personal experiences shared by breast cancer survivors. \nDinner will be provided by Myriad Genetics. \nThe event is FREE and open to the public\, and no advance registration is required. \nBreast Health Education With Dr. Lindsay Devereux\nLindsay Devereux\, MD\, a general surgeon at White River Health Surgery Clinic\, will lead an interactive presentation focused on breast health. \nThe presentation will give attendees an opportunity to learn more about breast health and participate in a discussion led by a medical professional. \nBreast health education is an important part of understanding changes in the breast\, recognizing possible warning signs\, and learning about screening and preventive care. \nWomen and families attending the event will have an opportunity to hear information intended to encourage breast health awareness and informed conversations with healthcare providers. \nBreast Cancer Survivors to Share Personal Stories\nA special part of the October 27 event will feature personal stories about breast cancer and survivorship. \n3 healthcare professionals will share their experiences: \n\nAlisha Hightower\, APRN\nCrystal McSpadden\, RN\nJanet Pierson\, CRNA\n\nTheir presentations will offer personal perspectives on the experiences and challenges associated with breast cancer. \nOrganizers hope these stories will provide encouragement\, understanding\, and a sense of connection for those whose lives have been affected by the disease. \nThe speakers will share their individual experiences as part of an evening designed to promote education and community support. \nGenetic Counselor to Discuss Breast Cancer Risk\nThe event will also include a special presentation by Marianne Lotito\, MS\, CGC\, a genetic counselor with Myriad Genetics. \nGenetic counseling can help individuals better understand inherited factors that may influence cancer risk. \nCertain inherited genetic changes\, including changes in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes\, can increase the risk of developing breast cancer. \nGenetic counselors help patients and families understand personal and family medical histories\, discuss the possible benefits and limitations of genetic testing\, and interpret results when testing is appropriate. \nThe presentation will introduce attendees to genetic counseling as another resource in understanding breast health and cancer risk. \nFree Dinner Provided by Myriad Genetics\nIn addition to the educational presentations\, guests will enjoy a complimentary dinner provided by Myriad Genetics. \nThere is no admission charge\, and advance registration is not required. \nWhite River Health encourages community members interested in breast health education\, cancer awareness\, and survivorship stories to attend. \nThe event provides an opportunity for attendees to learn from healthcare professionals while connecting with others in the community. \nOctober Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month\nBreast Cancer Awareness Month is observed every October to encourage education\, awareness\, and conversations about breast health. \nBreast cancer is among the most commonly diagnosed cancers in women in the United States. \nHealth professionals emphasize the importance of understanding individual risk factors\, discussing appropriate screening with healthcare providers\, and seeking medical evaluation for concerning breast changes. \nThe White River Health event will bring medical education and personal survivorship stories together as part of the annual awareness observance. \nWhere to Enter White River Medical Center\nGuests attending the Breast Health Talk and Dinner should enter through the Josephine Raye Rogers Center for Women and Imaging at White River Medical Center. \nThe event will be held in the hospital’s Conference Center. \nEvent Details\nEVENT: White River Health Breast Health Talk and Dinner\nDATE: Tuesday\, October 27\, 2026\nTIME: 6 PM\nLOCATION: White River Medical Center Conference Center\, Batesville\, Arkansas\nENTRANCE: Josephine Raye Rogers Center for Women and Imaging\nADMISSION: FREE\nDINNER: Complimentary dinner provided by Myriad Genetics\nREGISTRATION: Not required \nFEATURED SPEAKERS: \n\nLindsay Devereux\, MD — General Surgeon\, White River Health Surgery Clinic\nAlisha Hightower\, APRN — Breast Cancer and Survivorship Story\nCrystal McSpadden\, RN — Breast Cancer and Survivorship Story\nJanet Pierson\, CRNA — Breast Cancer and Survivorship Story\nMarianne Lotito\, MS\, CGC — Genetic Counselor\, Myriad Genetics\n\nWhite River Health Serves North Central Arkansas\nWhite River Health is an independent\, not-for-profit healthcare system serving residents throughout North Central Arkansas. \nThe healthcare system includes White River Medical Center in Batesville and Stone County Medical Center in Mountain View. \nWhite River Health also operates outpatient facilities\, primary care services\, and specialty physician practices. \nThe organization is a member of the Premier Alliance\, the American Hospital Association\, and the Arkansas Hospital Association. \nWhite River Health is licensed by the Arkansas Department of Health. \nCommunity Invited to Learn and Share\nWhite River Health encourages individuals and families throughout North Central Arkansas to attend the October 27 Breast Health Talk and Dinner. \nThe evening will combine education from medical professionals\, information about genetic counseling\, and personal experiences from breast cancer survivors. \nThe event is FREE\, dinner is provided\, and registration is not required. \nGuests should arrive at White River Medical Center in Batesville and enter through the Josephine Raye Rogers Center for Women and Imaging. \nThe program begins Tuesday\, October 27\, at 6 PM. \nSource: White River Health\, Community Event Announcement \nHAVE INFORMATION YOU WOULD LIKE TO SHARE? 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URL:https://arkansasradio.com/event/white-river-health-free-breast-health-talk-dinner-batesville-october-27-2026/
LOCATION:White River Medical Center Conference Center\, Batesville\, AR\, United States
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