September Foundation President's Message

Although the days are still warm and sunny, the nights are getting longer and cooler!

As the winter months approach, it's a perfect time to reflect on our health and undertake preventative measures for our overall well-being.  A good place to start is a flu vaccine and we encourage you to get one!  For men, September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and early detection through screenings like a PSA test greatly improves outcomes. We are also approaching Breast Cancer Awareness Month, internationally recognized in October.  Scheduling an annual mammogram is an important step.

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, there are so many opportunities to help us provide education and raise money for our Sheila R. Veloz Breast Center. We've included a calendar of events in this newsletter, and please check our website as we will update it regularly.  We are so grateful to partner with so many generous businesses in the community. We raise funds to ensure that our Breast Center has the latest in technology and equipment, and that uninsured and under-insured women have access to necessary screenings. A special thank you goes out to Soroptimist of Valencia!  Their annual event -Bras for a Cause- is a significant contributor to our programs and we appreciate their ongoing support!

We are continuing to celebrate our 50th Anniversary of serving the Santa Clarita Valley. We are especially grateful to our community for the generous support of our not-for-profit hospital over the years. Thank you!