14th Annual Miles for Mammograms will be on Saturday Sept. 29th 2012!
Strand Up! Show you care, wear pink hair!
Strand Up! 2011 Was a great success! We hope to have another great Pink fundraiser in 2012!
Thanks to the Stand Up! participating salons of 2011:
Tri Couny Tech Center Salon
Gail's Salon
Kiddooz
Studio 5204
Special Thanks to Jeanette Pearson and Mary Jo Strack for putting it all together!
Strand up 2011 raised over $5,000!
Thanks to the Stand Up! participating salons of 2011:
Tri Couny Tech Center Salon
Gail's Salon
Kiddooz
Studio 5204
Special Thanks to Jeanette Pearson and Mary Jo Strack for putting it all together!
Strand up 2011 raised over $5,000!
2011 Event Details-2012 Coming Soon!
The 13th Annual Family Healthcare Clinic's “Miles for Mammograms” 5K Charity Race and 2K Poker Walk will begin at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24th 2011. The race will begin on the east side of the YMCA building and follow a certified “TAC” course through beautiful downtown Bartlesville. The event will be chip timed by DG Productions. Top three finishers in each age group will receive medals. Prizes to Top Male & Top Female.
Miles for Mammograms can also be supported without having to attend the event. It’s called “Sleepin' in for Mammograms”. For $20 people can support the Mammogram Program, receive a T-shirt and get their beauty rest all at the same time either by registering on-line or mailing in their ”Sleepin' In” registration and payment.
Families, co-workers and friends are encouraged to form teams. There is no extra cost of team registration. Teams can consist of 3 or more and are awarded for the spirit, the largest number of participants and the most money. Pre-registering your team will ensure accuracy for team awards.
Don't miss the Pre-Party! Thursday Sept 22nd on the East side of the YMCA from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. You can pre-register NOW and we will have your t-shirt and race packet ready for you to pick up at the Pre-Party. You can also register at the pre-party and get your t-shirt and race packets early. We will have popcorn and refreshments for you too! (Please do not go through the regular YMCA entrance. We are located at the Northeast side of the building with our own entrance.)
Miles for Mammograms can also be supported without having to attend the event. It’s called “Sleepin' in for Mammograms”. For $20 people can support the Mammogram Program, receive a T-shirt and get their beauty rest all at the same time either by registering on-line or mailing in their ”Sleepin' In” registration and payment.
Families, co-workers and friends are encouraged to form teams. There is no extra cost of team registration. Teams can consist of 3 or more and are awarded for the spirit, the largest number of participants and the most money. Pre-registering your team will ensure accuracy for team awards.
Don't miss the Pre-Party! Thursday Sept 22nd on the East side of the YMCA from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. You can pre-register NOW and we will have your t-shirt and race packet ready for you to pick up at the Pre-Party. You can also register at the pre-party and get your t-shirt and race packets early. We will have popcorn and refreshments for you too! (Please do not go through the regular YMCA entrance. We are located at the Northeast side of the building with our own entrance.)
FHC provides vouchers for free mammograms!
Family Healthcare Clinic's Mammogram program, supported through funding provided by the “Miles for Mammograms” annual fundraiser, will still provide vouchers for free mammograms to uninsured women receiving a breast exam at FHC who need, but are unable to afford one. Additional cancer screenings are also available as needed. Contact us today if you are in need of a mammogram. 918-336-4822
How it all started...
FHC assumed the Mammogram Program (a program initiated by staff and volunteers of the former Bartlesville YWCA) in 2003. This program, a perfect fit for FHC’ Cancer Prevention and Health Maintenance Program, provides free Mammograms for patients who are in need of but are unable to afford access to this lifesaving screening procedure. 2011 marks the 13th year for Miles for Mammograms 5K. M4M has become one of Bartlesville’s top races with over 275 runners each year. Come out and support us Saturday September 24th at the Bartlesville YMCA.
The Reason to Run!
Cancer remains a leading cause of deaths in Washington County. Without access to physical exams and screening processes, many are diagnosed too late for life saving intervention. Family Healthcare Clinic provides families with access to affordable health care, free clinical breast exams, mammograms and other cancer preventative services. The people who need this service depend on you to keep this vital program available. Miles for Mammograms directly funds the mammography program as well as other cancer screenings. Remember all proceeds stay in our area to help families in our community.
What's your reason to run?
What's your reason to run?
Our Mission:
Our mission at Family Healthcare Clinic is to enhance the general health and well being of area families by providing the community with affordable and/or free services such as the mammography program, services to decrease teenage and unplanned pregnancies through the provision of community based family planning clinics, education services and support groups. Your donation will directly help fund the services FHC provides. We would like to thank you in advance for your generous donation. Without the support from businesses and individuals in our community these services would not be available. Click the button below to make an online donation with credit card.
- An estimated 192,370 new cases of invasive breast cancer are expected to occur among women in the U.S. in 2009. An estimated 40,170 women will die.
- Breast cancer is the leading cancer among American women and second only to lung cancer in cancer deaths.
- An estimated 1,910 men will be diagnosed with breast cancer, and an estimated 440 will die in 2009.
- About 85 percent of all women diagnosed with breast cancer DO NOT have a family history.
Miles for Mammograms 2011 – Honorary Chair
This is a story I never thought I would need to write...I am two time cancer survivor and currently going through my third battle with cancer. Here is my story.
Mid November 2004, while showering I did my first self breast exam and detected a small lump in my left breast. I was preparing to travel to Houston, TX later that day so I made a mental note to get an appointment for a mammogram when I returned. Upon my return I made the appointment and went for the mammogram later in November. The mammogram did not conclusively confirm the lump but a subsequent ultrasound showed evidence of the lump. The radiology doctor explained I would need further testing to confirm whether this was cancer or just a cyst. I was praying for something simple, however that was not to be. The biopsy results confirmed the tissue samples taken were breast cancer, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. I was advised to make an appointment with a surgeon as soon as possible. January 4, 2005, the lump was removed as well as 17 lymph nodes with 5 lymph nodes showing cancer cells.
I returned to my surgeon for my follow up a few days later and was advised the lab results indicated there was not a clear margin of tissue around the lump that was removed.....so 9 days after my first lumpectomy I underwent surgery again to have more tissue removed around the perimeter of where the lump had been.....this second surgery successfully removed enough tissue to achieve a clear margin of tissue....thank goodness.
Chemo treatments and Radiation Treatments were next.... 8 dense dose chemo treatments over a period of 4 months, 35 radiation treatments (5 per week over a 7 weeks period) and I am declared to be free of cancer!!!!! This was such an emotional and physical journey as I look back on this. However, being very positive by nature I am thinking this was just a bump in the road of life and I will never deal with this again.
Fast forward to February 2010, I notice a painful lump on the outside of my vulva and because of my prior history decided I should have this further examined...long story short, I once again have cancer (not related to my breast cancer) but due to the early diagnosis and subsequent surgery this was taken care of quickly with no additional treatment required....thank GOD!
Later in 2010, June to be exact, I went for my 6 month check at the Cancer Care Center in Bartlesville....I had been on maintenance medication for the last 5 years and things were looking great. During the discussion with my Medical Oncologist he asked if I was comfortable with scheduling my next checkup for 12 months out. It must have been divine intervention as I advised my doctor I wanted to come again in 6 months and if my blood work was good then we could schedule the next check up for 12 months out.
At my December 2010 checkup tumor markers were elevated and the doctor asked if I wanted to wait a while and keep a close eye on this or if I wanted to go through more testing to determine if there was anything to be concerned about. I deal much better with facts than I do with speculation...so further tests verified my breast cancer was back. Early diagnosis of Stage IV Breast Cancer as it had spread to lymph nodes in my collarbone and chest area.
Chemo treatments started in January 2011 at the Cancer Care Center in Bartlesville. Test results at the end of April indicated my cancer did not respond to the medication I had been taking. One of my drugs was changed and this was started in May 2011. Ongoing blood work indicates my tumor markers have declined (this is a good thing) and I am optimistic they will continue to do so.
I cannot emphasize enough to regularly do self breast exams, have mammograms on a regular basis and to pay attention to what is going on with your body! Early diagnosis is so important. I am blessed to be employed by a company who has excellent medical insurance. Many people are not this fortunate. Thankfully there are organizations like Family Healthcare Clinic that provide affordable health care for men and women, and free mammograms and sonograms when no other resources are available. I challenge you to support and/or participate in the upcoming Miles for Mammograms.
With Best Regards
Paulette Ashlock
Mid November 2004, while showering I did my first self breast exam and detected a small lump in my left breast. I was preparing to travel to Houston, TX later that day so I made a mental note to get an appointment for a mammogram when I returned. Upon my return I made the appointment and went for the mammogram later in November. The mammogram did not conclusively confirm the lump but a subsequent ultrasound showed evidence of the lump. The radiology doctor explained I would need further testing to confirm whether this was cancer or just a cyst. I was praying for something simple, however that was not to be. The biopsy results confirmed the tissue samples taken were breast cancer, Invasive Ductal Carcinoma. I was advised to make an appointment with a surgeon as soon as possible. January 4, 2005, the lump was removed as well as 17 lymph nodes with 5 lymph nodes showing cancer cells.
I returned to my surgeon for my follow up a few days later and was advised the lab results indicated there was not a clear margin of tissue around the lump that was removed.....so 9 days after my first lumpectomy I underwent surgery again to have more tissue removed around the perimeter of where the lump had been.....this second surgery successfully removed enough tissue to achieve a clear margin of tissue....thank goodness.
Chemo treatments and Radiation Treatments were next.... 8 dense dose chemo treatments over a period of 4 months, 35 radiation treatments (5 per week over a 7 weeks period) and I am declared to be free of cancer!!!!! This was such an emotional and physical journey as I look back on this. However, being very positive by nature I am thinking this was just a bump in the road of life and I will never deal with this again.
Fast forward to February 2010, I notice a painful lump on the outside of my vulva and because of my prior history decided I should have this further examined...long story short, I once again have cancer (not related to my breast cancer) but due to the early diagnosis and subsequent surgery this was taken care of quickly with no additional treatment required....thank GOD!
Later in 2010, June to be exact, I went for my 6 month check at the Cancer Care Center in Bartlesville....I had been on maintenance medication for the last 5 years and things were looking great. During the discussion with my Medical Oncologist he asked if I was comfortable with scheduling my next checkup for 12 months out. It must have been divine intervention as I advised my doctor I wanted to come again in 6 months and if my blood work was good then we could schedule the next check up for 12 months out.
At my December 2010 checkup tumor markers were elevated and the doctor asked if I wanted to wait a while and keep a close eye on this or if I wanted to go through more testing to determine if there was anything to be concerned about. I deal much better with facts than I do with speculation...so further tests verified my breast cancer was back. Early diagnosis of Stage IV Breast Cancer as it had spread to lymph nodes in my collarbone and chest area.
Chemo treatments started in January 2011 at the Cancer Care Center in Bartlesville. Test results at the end of April indicated my cancer did not respond to the medication I had been taking. One of my drugs was changed and this was started in May 2011. Ongoing blood work indicates my tumor markers have declined (this is a good thing) and I am optimistic they will continue to do so.
I cannot emphasize enough to regularly do self breast exams, have mammograms on a regular basis and to pay attention to what is going on with your body! Early diagnosis is so important. I am blessed to be employed by a company who has excellent medical insurance. Many people are not this fortunate. Thankfully there are organizations like Family Healthcare Clinic that provide affordable health care for men and women, and free mammograms and sonograms when no other resources are available. I challenge you to support and/or participate in the upcoming Miles for Mammograms.
With Best Regards
Paulette Ashlock
What is Run the Streets?
What is Run the Streets? Run the Streets not only won the M4M largest team contest in 2009, they are an awesome bunch of youth commited to running! Run the Streets is a running/mentoring program open to all youth from the ages of 13 to 18 in Washington County Oklahoma, through the Richard Kane YMCA in Bartlesville.
Sign up for Run the Streets and we'll prepare you to run a half-marathon within 14 weeks. They train three days a week including Tuesdays and Thursdays after school and Saturday Mornings at 7:30 a.m. For information contact Joyce Stillwell: Phone 918-336-0713 or 918-333-6262
Sign up for Run the Streets and we'll prepare you to run a half-marathon within 14 weeks. They train three days a week including Tuesdays and Thursdays after school and Saturday Mornings at 7:30 a.m. For information contact Joyce Stillwell: Phone 918-336-0713 or 918-333-6262
Health Q & A
(Q). Does Physical Activity Reduce The Risk Of Breast Cancer?
(A). A woman who exercises four hours per week reduces her risk of breast cancer. Exercise pumps up the immune system and cuts the estrogen level.
(Q). How Often Should I Go To My Doctor For A Checkup?
(A). You should have physical every year. If any unusual symptoms or changes in your breasts occur before your scheduled visit see a doctor immediately.
(A). A woman who exercises four hours per week reduces her risk of breast cancer. Exercise pumps up the immune system and cuts the estrogen level.
(Q). How Often Should I Go To My Doctor For A Checkup?
(A). You should have physical every year. If any unusual symptoms or changes in your breasts occur before your scheduled visit see a doctor immediately.
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FHC's mammogram program, supported through funding provided by the “Miles for Mammograms” annual fundraiser, will still provide vouchers for free mammograms to uninsured women receiving a breast exam at Family Healthcare Clinic who need, but are unable to afford one. Additional cancer screenings are also available as needed.
