Luncheon of Hope

The Luncheon of Hope returns to Fort Frances this week.

The event, hosted by the Rainy River District Breast Health Network, is designed to bring awareness to women about total breast health and the importance of getting a mammogram.

Network Chair Teresa Hazel says Doctor Carole Spread, who spoke to group in 2007, returns as guest speaker.

"She spoke from a surgical perspective and talk about breast cancer prevention strategies and the treatment options that are out there right now," says Hazel. "Subsequent to the event, Dr. Spread was diagnosed with breast cancer and she's coming back to speak about her own personal journey with breast cancer."

Tickets for the Saturday, October 24th event can be picked up a variety of locations including the Emo Health Centre, Rainy River Health Centre and LaVerendrye Hospital.