UnityPoint Health – Trinity and Cancer Support Community Iowa & NW Illinois at Gilda’s Club are hosting Pink Party with a Purpose, an event aimed at empowering Black women to prioritize their breast health. The event will be held from 5:30-8 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 22, at The Lincoln Center, 318 E. 7th St., Davenport. Doors open at 5 p.m.
The evening will feature inspiring stories from local breast cancer survivors, a healthy cooking demonstration, a fitness class and games. Attendees will learn about breast cancer risks, the importance of screening and how to schedule mammograms.
Pink Party with a Purpose is open to the public. RSVPs are required by calling (563) 888-5436.
“Events like this are so important because they give women the information and tools they need to take control of their health,” Lindsey McKenzie, community outreach coordinator at UnityPoint Health – Trinity, said in a news release. “Breast cancer can affect anyone, but Black women face a higher risk of late-stage diagnosis. By bringing the community together, we hope to empower women to prioritize screenings and early detection.”
Black women have a 40% higher breast cancer death rate compared to white women, making awareness and early screening vital.
“Hosting this event gives us the opportunity to highlight the importance of breast health specifically for Black women,” added Tracy Singleton, executive director of The Lincoln Center. “By focusing on education, screening and wellness in a welcoming community space, we hope to reduce disparities in breast cancer outcomes and encourage Black women to take action for their health.”
Trinity Breast Center has been recognized as a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology for more than 15 years.
Patients with a referral can schedule their mammogram through MyUnityPoint. Those without a provider or referral can call (309) 779-5870 to schedule.
