“Now You Know”! – News Briefs
October 17 is National Mammography Day
The earlier breast cancer is detected the greater the chance of successful treatment. There are more than 10,000 mammography facilities in the U.S. that are accredited by the American College of Radiology. It is recommended that all women practice monthly self-examination and receive regular doctor-performed clinical breast exams, in addition to the annual mammogram.
Mammograms are currently the only exam approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), to screen for breast cancer for women with no symptoms.
Additional Resources
* American College of Radiology –www.src.org or 1(800) 227-5463
* American Cancer Society – www.cancer.org
IVI-IPO South Chapter Gets Set for “Come Together” Gala
Save the Date for the IVI-IPO South Chapter Unity Event, set for Monday, October 20, from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at the historic Parkway Ballroom – 4455 S. King Dr. Tickets are $50 for this must attend event. Comedian Ron Baker, Jr. and Singer/Songwriter “La Wuandia” will headline.
The IVI-IPO South Chapter represents the following Chicago Aldermanic Wards: 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17 & 20.
IVI-IPO was founded in 1944. Their mission is to achieve social justice through good government by increasing voter participation and knowledge, by providing a framework for candidate evaluation, and by electing responsive government officials.
It is a not-for-profit, multi-partisan, independent political organization. Their endorsements reach hundreds of thousands of voters throughout the greater Chicagoland area. The organization is active in the areas of campaign finance and ethics reform.
IVI-IPO has historically been known for a commitment to good government. Contact Marion Batey at (773) 664-1785 or rrcmarion@yahoo.com for tickets and information on the October 20th affair and the activities of the organization.