Advocate Condell to offer cancer awareness info at Farmers Market
Advocate Condell Medical Center will offer information on cancer care, prevention and treatment at the Mundelein Farmers Market.
On July 20, Advocate Condell will focus on cancer-fighting foods. According to the American Cancer Society, research shows that poor diet and not being active are two key factors that can increase cancer risk. Except for quitting smoking, some of the most important things you can do to help reduce your cancer risk are:
• Maintain a healthy weight.
• Be physically active on a regular basis.
• Make healthy food choices.
The evidence for this is strong, according to ACS: Each year, more than 572,000 Americans die of cancer; about one-third of these deaths are linked to poor diet, physical inactivity and carrying too much weight.
More information about the link between cancer and diet and wellness will be available at Condell's booth at the Farmers Market. Members of the hospital's wellness staff also will be on hand with information on weight management and calculating Body Mass Index, a key measure of healthy weight.
Advocate Condell Medical Center is the exclusive Sprout Sponsor of the Mundelein Farmers Market, which runs June through October every Friday from 3 to 7 pm in downtown Mundelein, one block south of Route 176 and one block east of Route 45. The Mundelein Farmers Market Committee's goal is to provide a wide variety of fresh produce and unique food products in a fun, family-friendly environment with convenient access. Each week, a different local business and non-profit organization are featured.
For more information, visit www.mundelein.org/farmers_market/.
Advocate Condell will have a booth at the market once a month, with different cancer awareness themes. Upcoming programs include:
• Focus on Prevention. Friday, Aug. 3. What can you do to reduce your cancer risk?
• Prostate Health. Friday, Sept. 7. Get information on the latest treatments, and the pros and cons of being screened.
• Breast Health. Friday, Oct. 5. Learn about screening, treatment and follow-up care for your mind, body and spirit. Our Breast Nurse Navigator will be on hand for questions. You also can sign up for our Making Strides team!
About Advocate Condell Medical Center
Advocate Condell Medical Center is the leading provider of comprehensive medical and surgical services in Lake County, with state-of-the-art heart, neurosurgical, maternity and emergency services. Condell's emergency department is the only Level 1 Trauma Center in Lake County, Illinois. It also features the only dedicated pediatric emergency department in the county. Condell holds accreditation from the Society of Chest Pain Centers for cardiac patients, and is accredited by the Joint Commission as a Primary Stroke Center. Advocate Condell is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best hospitals in the Chicago metro area for superior results in patient safety and health outcomes.