October 2011
An estimated three-quarters of a million Americans carry an inherited BRCA (breast/ovarian cancer) genetic mutation, but nearly 90 percent of these individuals don’t know about their risk. Taking a closer look at your family history is the first step to assessing your hereditary cancer risk and can be done with or without genetic testing. Sarasota Memorial Hospital offers the only hospital-based Genetic Education Program in the region. Our board-certified genetic counselor (a master’s degree level clinician with special training in genetics) can help you review your family medical history, complete a personal cancer risk assessment and provide the most current research on hereditary cancers to help reduce or eliminate your risk.
For more information, call Sarasota Memorial’s Genetic Counseling Program at (941) 917-2005 or visit our website at smh.com.
Walk to End Alzheimer’s
This year’s 2-mile walk will take place on Saturday, Oct. 1, at Payne Park, Sarasota. Pre-walk activities begin at 8 am, with the walk beginning at 9 am. Strollers and dogs (on leashes) are welcome. To join the SMH team, register online at www.alz.org (click on map to access walks in Florida).
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School Sports Physicals - Just $20
Sarasota Memorial is offering $20 school sports physicals at its three urgent care centers through Oct. 31: Heritage Harbour, 1040 River Heritage Blvd., Bradenton (941-917-6440), University Parkway, 2401 University Parkway (941-917-1234) and Stickney Point, 6331 S. Tamiami Trail (941-917-5678). No appointments necessary.
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Living Full: Communities United to Eliminate Hunger
Sarasota Memorial is proud to host a tasting table at this community event benefitting All Faiths Food Bank and Food Bank of Manatee. The fund raiser will feature food, entertainment and fun-filled activities for the entire family, 4-7 pm Sunday, Oct. 16, at the Polo Grill, 10670 Boardwalk Loop, Lakewood Ranch. Admission is $20 for adults or three grocery bags of food, or children one grocery bag. Information & tickets: (941) 275-3800 or visit the event page on Facebook.
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Key to the Cure 2011
The annual Key to the Cure kick-off party will feature food, beverages, entertainment, shopping, “Breast in Show” pink fashion show and an auction, 6-9 pm Thursday, Oct. 20, at Saks Fifth Avenue in Southgate Mall, Sarasota. Saks Fifth Avenue’s special shopping weekend will take place Oct. 20-23, during which a percentage of the proceeds benefit Sarasota Memorial’s Cancer Care Programs. Kick-Off party tickets are $45. This year’s event also features sessions with photographer Andrea Hillebrand, 10 am-7 pm Friday, Oct. 21 & Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Southgate store. Information: (941) 917-1286.
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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 2011 
11th Annual Community Caregiving Forum
Join caregivers and professionals in the field for this free community event, 10 am-3 pm Friday, Nov. 4, at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, first floor auditorium, 1700 S. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota. Panelists will discuss the medical, emotional, financial and legal aspects of caregiving, as well as share information about local resources available to families in our community. Complimentary lunch provided. RSVP: (941) 917-1779.
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