Cherokee County Health Department’s Canton Health Center will have a Breast Cancer Awareness Day on Wednesday, October 19th, from 8 to 11: 30 am and from 1 to 3:30 pm. Free Clinical Breast Exams by a Women’s Health Nurse will be provided to women ages 40 to 64  or to any woman who detects a concerning change in her breast(s). An Appointment is required for an exam – please call (770) 345-7371. No insurance or payment is required. Education and literature about the need for early detection of breast cancer through self-examinations and healthcare screenings will be offered, and the signs and symptoms to look for to detect breast cancer as early as possible will be provided. Enrollment in the Breast and Cervical Cancer Prevention (BCCP) program is available to all who are eligible. The Canton Health Center is located at 1219 Univeter Road, Canton, GA 30115. Learn more about Breast Cancer and Breast Cancer Awareness events by public health in North Georgia at nghd.org/news/bca-events-in-north-ga.