It had only been six months since April Weaver’s last mammogram, but when her employer, HD Supply, hosted the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU) on site, she decided to go ahead and get a mammogram. The MMU provides 2-D mammograms and the possibility of a cure through early detection of breast cancer. A... Continue Reading →
Join the JoyRide fun and support the Fight against Breast Cancer! JoyRide Texas at Alon is hosting Pedaling for Pink – Fight Breast Cancer on May 2 at 7 pm, with all proceeds benefiting the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU). Reserve your spot today for a fun, high energy workout supporting an amazing... Continue Reading →
“You have breast cancer.” Those were the words that changed Laura Esparza’s life forever. In 2010, Laura had her annual mammogram and when the physicians delivered the results, she discovered she was about to enter the toughest journey of her life. “I went in for a routine annual screening at CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital –... Continue Reading →
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and according to U.S. Breast Cancer Statistics, about 1 in 8 U.S. women will develop breast cancer over the course of her lifetime. Over the years, the breast cancer survival rate has continued to increase as a result of treatment advances, early detection through screening, and increased awareness. Early Detection... Continue Reading →
Join us as we "Pedal for Pink" in support of the Christus Santa Rosa Health System Mobile Mammography Unit (MMU)! In honor of September being #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, the Friends of CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Foundation will participate in a special indoor cycling event at Joyride Texas at Alon on September 21. Cost is $40 per bike, and all proceeds... Continue Reading →
Did You Know? The CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Mobile Mammgraphy Unit (MMU) provides 2-D mammograms and the possibility of a cure through early detection. The MMU provides 3,000 mammograms per year Services are provided in Bexar, Comal, and surrounding counties where it most convenient to the women we serve. 1/3 of the mammograms are provided free... Continue Reading →
“It will never happen to me.” Like many women, this was Joy Anderson’s perception of breast cancer for most of her life, until 2015 when everything changed. A few years ago, Joy noticed a lump in her left breast and decided it was time to get a mammogram. She visited the CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Mobile... Continue Reading →
The San Antonio Stars will host their annual Breast Health Awareness (BHA) Night presented by CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Health System on Saturday, August 8 at 7 p.m. at the Freeman Coliseum. The Stars will host the Seattle Storm on a one-of-a-kind pink court while wearing specially-made pink jerseys. In support of BHA Night, a series... Continue Reading →
The San Antonio Stars will wear pink uniforms when they faced off against the Seattle Storm on Saturday, August 8. Join us for this very special “pink” night to support breast health awareness. How to Order Online: In 5 Easy Steps Click on the link: https://oss.ticketmaster.com/html/go.htmI?l=EN&t=silverstars&o=16330001&g=6086 Enter the Special Offer Code: STARS (Do not enter email... Continue Reading →
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! All month long, we've seen the community coming together to raise awareness for the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women. We've seen everything from corporate fundraisers and community events to pink shoes in professional sports. Awareness is critical. When awareness translates into action, it can be a major factor... Continue Reading →
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