Terrebonne General | Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center’s Live Well Bayou, a no-cost early detection and education event, will be held on Nov. 2 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at Terrebonne General Health System (8200 Main Street, Houma) in the drive-thru center parking area. This community event will provide residents from Terrebonne Parish and surrounding communities an opportunity to take advantage of four different types of cancer screenings, including breast, prostate, colorectal, and skin cancer.
Also, there will be wellness screenings that include blood pressure, pulse, cholesterol, blood glucose, weight and waist circumference, consultations, and evaluation for lung cancer screenings. Food, music, and activities for the entire family will be provided throughout the day.
Appointments are encouraged for all screenings. If an abnormality is found, a nurse navigator will assist screening participants with next steps, also at no cost. To make an appointment, call (985) 239-5379.
For more information about this event and other cancer screening opportunities, visit marybird.org/get-screened.