No images? Click here On October 1st, we held our 14th annual Lawndale 5K and had an amazing time! Click here to see photos from the event. Breast Cancer Awareness MonthOctober is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We encourage patients over the age of 40 to speak with their provider about regular breast cancer screenings every 1-2 years. The death rate from breast cancer has dropped 42% from 1989 to 2019 as a result of earlier detection through mammogram screenings every 1-2 years, increased awareness, and advanced treatment. Medicare Open Enrollment PeriodThe annual Medicare Open Enrollment Period is here! Whether you have an existing Medicare plan or have not enrolled yet, this is an important time to review your eligibility and benefits. The Open Enrollment Period lasts from October 15th to December 7th, and during this time you can join, switch, or drop a plan for the next calendar year. If you are 65 or older, or turning 65 in the next 3 months, you can sign up for Medicare. Need help choosing a plan? Call the number below to make an appointment with one of our Enrollment Specialists. Call 872-588-3100 to speak with our Enrollment Specialists. Get to Know Our ResidentsDaniel Tzou, MDDaniel Tzou, MD, is one of 6 residents in Lawndale Christian Health Center's Family Medicine Residency program (FMR). As a student at Princeton University, Daniel learned about LCHC through various friends who served as full-time staff before they attended medical school. These peers spoke highly about their experiences working at Lawndale, which inspired Daniel to feel connected to its Christian values. As he learned more about LCHC's mission to show and share the love of Jesus, he was enthusiastic to discover the new FMR Program. Daniel says, "I realized that I had the opportunity to be part of something very special." Daniel shares that his devotion to helping patients isn't just his passion, but his calling. He is excited to continue working with a diverse patient population as he aims to integrate himself into the community. "I connect a lot with LCHC's values and serving patients in Lawndale. Hearing about how invested LCHC is in this community was really inspiring, and something that I wanted to be a part of." Want to join our team? We're Hiring! Current job openings include: Interpreter, Care Managers, Clinic Nurse, and more. Click here to learn more and apply! Blood Drive | November 7thThe COVID-19 pandemic has caused a significant reduction in our nation's blood supply. Blood donors are needed now more than ever. Help us and the American Red Cross make this our most successful blood drive to date! Join us on Monday, November 7th, between 9am–3pm for our next blood drive and be part of saving lives! Every donor gets a free t-shirt and a $20 Amazon gift card. To schedule your donation, call 877-258-4825 or visit American Red Cross to sign up for a time slot today! Appointments are appreciated, but walk-ins are welcome. Pumpkin Spice Latte at GTC!The seasonal Pumpkin Spice Latte at the Green Tomato Café is back! Treat yourself to this cozy fall special for a limited time. Our latte blends the perfect amount of aromatic fall spices, pumpkin sweetness, and toasty coffee -- and can be enjoyed with or without whipped cream. Grab a 12oz for just $3.50 or a 16oz for $4.00. The Green Tomato Café is located at 3751 West Ogden Ave. We hope to see you soon! See our full menu at greentomato.org. What's happening in Lawndale? Check out our community events calendar! PHOTO CREDIT: Bernardo Barrios |