During the month of October you see a lot of Pink Ribbons around the community. These ribbons remind us of the thousands of women and families affected by Breast Cancer everyday. However this should not only be a reminder of those already affected by the disease, but a reminder about the importance of breast cancer screenings.

Every woman over age 40 or with risk factors should get a mammogram every 1 to 2 years. "Mammography is an essential test for women because it can identify cases of cancer before symptoms appear or a lump becomes palpable, thereby making the treatment of disease simpler and less expensive, "says Dr. Atwal, Sutter North Ob/Gyn.

During the entire month of October Sutter North Medical Foundation will be offering low cost mammograms to under and non-insured women 40 and older for $30. For more information on Low Cost Mammograms call 749-3301 or click here

Do you work with young children? Maybe you’re a teacher, assistant, ECE student, PE specialist, care provider or parent and also believe in the importance of activities that help keep kids active. If so, School Readiness is pleased to sponsor a professional development session on physical activity called “Movin’ and Learnin”.

What better way to get fit and stay healthy for the holidays than to start a fitness program before all the festivities begin. Walkin’ the Park which is a program already in place providing a structured exercise schedule for those who do not like to walk alone is kicking off a special holiday edition “Get Fit for the Holidays”. This 10 week program will include health tips and dietary tools needed to aid individuals in reaching their goals. The programs cost is $5 which includes a T-shirt and pedometer. Walkin' the Park is sponsored by the Yuba City Senior Center, Sutter County Health Department, and Sutter North Medical Foundation. For more information or to sign up call the Yuba City Senior Center at 822-4608. Walking program is open to all interested individuals but geared towards older adults.