Author of “Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy” Headlines Breast Cancer Program at Somerset Medical Center on Oct. 24

Somerset Medical Center will host “BRAvo in the Fight Against Breast Cancer” featuring Geralyn Lucas, author of “Why I Wore Lipstick to My Mastectomy” on Thursday, October 24 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at The Steeplechase Cancer Center, 30 Rehill Avenue, in Somerville, NJ. Geralyn Lucas will tell her, inspirational story of being diagnosed with breast cancer at the young age of 27, how she decided to get a mastectomy, important lessons learned and an empowering message for women of all ages who have and have not been affected by cancer. Lucas will be joined for the presentation by Kathleen Toomey, MD, medical director of The Steeplechase Cancer Center, and Maria Hill, N.P., nurse practitioner, who will discuss risk factors, causes, prevention strategies and the importance of early detection and treatment options. The event also includes the BRAvo exhibition, a special collection of brassieres designed to raise awareness for breast cancer prevention. Lucas will also be available to sign copies of her book. The program is offered free of charge in collaboration with the Cancer Support Community of Central New Jersey. Pre-registration is required by calling 908-203-6234 or registering online at www.somersetmedicalcenter.com/events.