At the next Northwest Health Healthy You Wellness Seminar, join board-certified colorectal surgeon D. Owen Young, M.D., to learn what colon cancer is, why it's on the rise in younger people, the importance of early detection, and the most Learn about effective treatment options.A free event entitled Screen for Life: Colon Cancer Awareness will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2024 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the community room at Northwest Health – Porter, located at 85 EUS Hwy. 6th place in Valparaiso.
During his presentation, Dr. Young will explain that regular colorectal cancer screenings starting at age 45 (or younger if there is a family history) are key to preventing colon cancer. There will be time for questions and answers at the end of the lecture.
HealthyU is a wellness series presented by Northwest Health to bring health and wellness topics relevant to the community. Our monthly free seminars are designed to answer you and your family's questions and provide simple, actionable steps to improve your quality of life and stay healthy.
To register Screen for Life: Colon Cancer AwarenessVisit: nwhinfo.com/screeningforlife.
Registration is encouraged and healthy snacks will be provided. If you have any questions, please call us at 219-262-6446.
About Northwest Health
Northwest Health is a comprehensive health care company committed to providing high-quality, accessible health care to the Northwest Indiana community, from highly specialized care and surgical services to routine primary care. It is a medical system. The system of more than 60 access points includes three hospitals, five emergency departments, an urgent care center, an ambulatory surgery center, an ambulance service, and a clinic. Our team of more than 3,000 employees works in collaboration with a medical staff of more than 700 physicians. Northwest Health is partially owned by physicians. For more information, visit NWHealthIN.com.
