 Until There's a Cure
The "C" word can be very scary. The three most commonly diagnosed cancers among women in the United States are cancers of the breast, lung, and colon and rectum. Whether it's your diagnosis or that of a friend or family member, cancer is a difficult experience for everyone. Until there's a cure, empower yourself with lots of information, surround yourself with a great team of doctors and embrace the love of your support system during this time of uncertainty.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
While all breasts are made up of three main parts - glands, ducts and connective tissues - no breast is typical. They vary from woman to woman. The way breasts look and feel can be affected by age, weight or medications. Most women say their breasts feel lumpy or uneven, but a lot of the time, it's only when an unusual lump is found that notice is taken. Breast cancer is the most common cancer in American women regardless of race or ethnicity. There are different kinds of breast cancer: The most common types are ductal carcinoma, which begins in the lining of the breast ducts, and lobular carcinoma, which starts in the lobules, the glands that produce milk.
There are some ways to help lower your risk of breast cancer: Get screened for breast cancer regularly, watch your weight and stay active, find out the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy and limit your alcohol intake.
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Washington Regional Recognized as Leader
Washington Regional received an Excellence in Business award recently from the Fayetteville Chamber of Commerce. This annual award is designed to celebrate and recognize significant achievement by area businesses and organizations.
Washington Regional, honored in the category of Best Large Business, was noted for its nationally recognized quality achievements and innovations such as the rapid response team, and also for its contributions to the community, including allocating $16 million last year to charity care and area health programs. Washington Regional Hospice won an excellence award last year in the Best Not-for-Profit category.
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Protecting Mobility. Preserving Independence.
Washington Regional is a NICHE-designated hospital, providing enhanced services for older adults. NICHE (Nurses Improving Care for Healthsystem Elders) is the only national designation indicating a hospital's commitment to elder care excellence.
As part of this commitment, we recognize Mobility Awareness Month and will continue to encourage and assist our older adult patients to remain active while in the hospital. This helps to preserve their ability to be independent and active in the community.
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An Enchanting Affair
Gather your friends and join us
to laugh, play and learn!
Date: Thursday, October 24
Location: Pratt Place Barn, 2231 W. Markham Road, Fayetteville
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. registration, educational booths
6:30 - 9:00 p.m. dinner and presentations
by Washington Regional medical professionals
Tickets: $30
Call 479.463.3130 to purchase tickets.
Space is limited, so reserve your seat by 10.17.13
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Brandon Evans, MD
Dr. Brandon Evans joins Dr. Larry Armstrong at Washington Regional's
Northwest Arkansas Neuroscience Institute. Dr. Evans received his medical degree from University of Oklahoma College of Medicine at Oklahoma City, and he completed his residency at UCLA, where he was chief resident.
Dr. Evans is a member of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons and Congress of Neurological Surgeons - Section on Tumors.
Call 479.463.3000 for an appointment.
3336 N. Futrall Drive
Fayetteville, AR 72703
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Amy L. Scott, MD
HerHealth by Washington Regional welcomes Dr. Amy L. Scott.
Dr. Scott received her medical degree and completed her residency in OB/GYN from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences. In practice since 2009, she comes to HerHealth from Newport, AR.
Dr. Scott is a member of the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists and the Arkansas Medical Society, and she is board-certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
Call 479.463.5500 for an appointment. 
3215 N. North Hills Blvd., Suite B
Fayetteville, AR 72703
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