What: Breast Cancer 2005: Where are we?
When: September 27, 2005, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Where: Little Red Door Cancer Agency, 1801 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis

Come, talk with the experts at “Breast Cancer 2005: Where are we?” an interactive forum where physicians and the public can converse on topics regarding prevention and new treatments for breast cancer. This is the third in a series of FREE quarterly forums, hosted by Little Red Door Cancer Agency.

The breast cancer forum will take place Tuesday, Sept. 27, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Little Red Door Cancer Agency, 1801 N. Meridian St., Indianapolis. The guest speaker is Dr. Robert Goulet JR., M.D., who will speak on breast cancer, its various risks, and new treatments. Light refreshments will be served, and there is no charge to attend. RSVP to Tisha Reid 317.925.5595 ext. 341 or e-mail: treid@littlereddoor.org

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Dr. Robert Goulet JR., M.D. was elected to the Little Red Door Board of Directors in 1999. He serves on a number of committees, and assists in Little Red Door’s breast cancer screening and fund-raising initiatives. Dr. Goulet graduated State University New York Downstate Medical Center. He is an Associate Professor, Medical Director for Indiana Cancer Pavilion, and Medical Director for Indiana University Breast Care and Research Center. Among his other duties, Dr. Goulet is also a member of a number of medical associations, including the Society of Surgical Oncology.

About Breast Cancer:
Breast Cancer is the most common type of cancer in U.S. women, and their second leading cause of death. The incidence of breast cancer among white women is 20% higher than among African women, though African American women have a higher mortality rate. No one knows the exact causes of Breast Cancer, though research shows that certain risk factors are associated with the disease. Risk factors include age, personal history of breast cancer, family history, abnormal cells in the breasts, genetic alterations, age at first pregnancy, age at first menstruation, breast density, obesity, and alcohol consumption. Though there are many risk factors, most women with breast cancer have no strong risk factors. If a woman thinks that she has breast cancer, she should discuss her concern with her health care provider.