Published on November 06, 2024

Silver Cross Hospital to ‘Shine a Light on Lung Cancer’ Nov. 13

Each year, approximately 200,000 Americans are diagnosed with lung cancer, the number one cancer killer in America – more than breast, colon and prostate cancer combined. 

To remember those lost, offer support and to highlight new treatments, Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox will host its third annual Shine a Light on Lung Cancer event from 5 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 13. 

“This free event is for anyone affected by lung cancer – patients, family members, friends,” said Amy Ittersagen, Silver Cross Lung Program Coordinator. Giveaways and light refreshments will be available. 

Physicians in attendance include Dr. Gillian Alex, Lung Surgeon, and Dr. Kristopher McDonough, Pulmonologist/Critical Care Medicine, each of whom will give five-minute presentations. 

“We will highlight the services we have for lung patients, including blood tests and treatments available for our community, without having to drive 30 miles,” Ittersagen added. 

Shine a Light on Lung Cancer will be held in the Silver Cross Conference Center on the Lower Level of Pavilion A on the New Lenox campus. Visit silvercross.org to register. 

For more information, call 815-300-LUNG (5864).

If you’re a member of the media and need information about Silver Cross Hospital, please contact Debra Robbins, Director of Marketing & Communications, at 815-300-7562 or drobbins@silvercross.org

Parking Lot P, located on Silver Cross Boulevard, is our designated space for media and TV crews.

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