Women under 40 in Central Texas to receive free breast cancer screening and diagnostics
WHAT:
Join us to increase awareness of the importance of early detection of breast cancer and celebrate the generosity of Carlos Liriano and Lost Pines Toyota. Carlos Liriano, Owner of Lost Pines Toyota in Bastrop, has committed $5,000 to expand breast cancer screening and diagnostics for women under 40, and Toyota is matching the donation with $5,000. This funding covers a gap in access to care for women in Central Texas.
Lost Pines Toyota will host the Bastrop Breast Health Coalition, a community initiative increasing access to screening for women in Bastrop County to detect cancer earlier and improve health outcomes. Dr. Julie Sprunt, breast surgeon, and Dr. Jess Wilson, a breast cancer survivor, and the Breast Cancer Resource Center will discuss the importance of early screening. A delicious lunch will be provided by 602 Brewing Company.
WHO:
Carlos Liriano, Owner of Lost Pines Toyota
Linda Wilson, MD, Leader of the Bastrop Breast Health Coalition and breast cancer survivor
Jess Wilson, MD, Breast Cancer Survivor (age 30 at diagnosis)
Julie Sprunt, MD, Breast Surgeon with Texas Breast Specialists
Susan Dawson, Founder of Central Texas Addressing Cancer Together Coalition
Leaders available for interviews between 11-11:30 am
WHEN:
Friday, July 28, 2023
11:30 am – 1:00 pm
WHERE:
Lost Pines Toyota Main Lobby
806 State Hwy 71 W
Bastrop, TX 78602
About Bastrop Breast Health Coalition
The Breast Health Coalition works to ensure uninsured and underinsured women receive breast cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment to increase early detection and treatment. The Coalition launched the Pinky Promise campaign to increase cancer screenings and awareness. The Coalition is supported by donations from the Bastrop community.
About Breast Cancer Resource Center
BCRC offers individualized, patient-centered care from the time of diagnosis, through treatment, and into survivorship. Through our pillars of support – Guidance, Education, and Peer Support Groups, BCRC’s Certified Patient Navigators, who are all breast cancer survivors themselves, empower those affected by breast cancer to become active and knowledgeable participants in their healthcare.
Learn more here.
About Addressing Cancer Together
Addressing Cancer Together (ACT) expands access to life-saving cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment. Through coordinated collaboration of healthcare providers, funders, nonprofits, volunteers, and patients with lived experience, ACT is saving lives and reducing the financial burden of cancer. ACT is convened by United Way for Greater Austin as part of the organization’s collective impact work to fight poverty.
Learn more here.
About Lost Pines Toyota
Lost Pines Toyota in Bastrop, Texas, is more than just a dealership – we are proud members of the local community. With a deep-rooted commitment to giving back, we prioritize our involvement and support for the people and organizations that make Bastrop a thriving place to live and work. At Lost Pines Toyota, we actively participate in charitable initiatives, sponsor local events, and collaborate with community organizations to make a positive impact. Our dedicated team believes in building strong relationships with our neighbors and investing in the betterment of our shared community. Whether it’s supporting local schools, participating in volunteer activities, or contributing to important causes, Lost Pines Toyota is driven by a genuine desire to make a difference. Owner Carlos Liriano and the Lost Pines Toyota Team are passionate about helping local women detect breast cancer early. Lost Pines Toyota proudly hosts the Big Pink Bus on a monthly basis, providing complimentary and affordable mammograms specifically for women aged 40 and older. Early detection saves lives.
Learn more here.