SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - The Ochsner LSU Health free-to-attend event, VIPink Lunch & Learn, promotes breast cancer awareness.

On Oct. 4, Ochsner LSU Health is hosting its annual VIPink event to educate women about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.

The event will be held at St. Mary Medical Center, located at 911 Margaret Place, Shreveport, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The speaker of this year’s event is Sindu Devarashetty, a breast imaging specialist with Ochsner LSU Health, who will discuss what women need to know about breast cancer and advancements in detection.

The luncheon is free and open to the public. Register by visiting www.signupgenius.com/go/8050B4FADAA22A5FD0-58825323-vipink#/ .

Women who attend will receive a goody bag and a chance to win door prizes.

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