The Pink October campaign, a month-long series of breast cancer preventive events, will return to Verona. The initiative seeks to increase awareness among women about the need for early recognition, preventive check-ups, and supporting healthy lifestyles to lower cancer risks.

To highlight the importance of prevention, beginning October 1st, hospitals in San Bonifacio, Villafranca, and Legnago, and the ULSS 9 headquarters in Verona, will be lit in pink throughout the month.

La Vie en Rose: prevention walks

The popular “La Vie en Rose” series of walks is back, organized by UISP Verona APS in collaboration with the ULSS 9 Breast Unit and local associations. These walks aim to raise funds for Verona’s hospitals while spreading awareness about breast cancer prevention.

This year’s schedule includes:

  • October 6: “La Rosa di Villafranca” at Parco del Tione
  • October 12: “Zimella in Rosa” in Santo Stefano di Zimella
  • October 13: “La Corsa in Rosa” in Mozzecane
  • October 19: “Ronco in Rosa” in Ronco all’Adige
  • October 20: “Isola in Rosa” in Isola della Scala and “Un passo alla volta… insieme!” in Bardolino
  • October 27: “Zevio in Rosa” in Zevio

These walks are open to people of all ages and physical abilities. More details can be found on Veronainrosa.com.

Theater and prevention: “Rosa di Sera” events

The “Rosa di Sera” theater series will blend entertainment with personal stories and scientific discussions. Specialists from the Breast Unit will join artists, musicians, and patients to share stories of struggle and healing.

Main events include:

  • September 28: Cinema Teatro Rizza with “Francis Poulenc” women’s choir and the “Kaleidovoci Vocal Group”
  • October 9: Church of San Domenico in Verona with Brazilian singer Nathalia Sales
  • October 17: Teatro Piccolo Salieri in Legnago with the “Isiemisie” musical group, featuring ULSS 9 professionals
  • Final Night: Teatro Centrale in San Bonifacio with comedians Max Cavallari, Stefano Chiodaroli, and Claudio Batta, hosted by journalist Paola Reani

“Costellazioni” photo exhibition

On October 12, the “Costellazioni” photo exhibition by Alessandro Vincenzi, promoted by Pink Darsena del Garda, will open at the Magalini Hospital in Villafranca. The exhibit will be open for two weeks, with volunteers available on weekday mornings to meet with visitors.

Free screening opportunity

On October 3, free screenings will be available for women aged 45 to 49 at the Radiology Department in Via Poloni, Verona. From 8:15 AM to 1:15 PM, women can receive mammograms and ultrasounds with immediate results.

2023 results

In 2023, ULSS 9 Scaligera conducted around 57,000 mammograms, including 47,500 as part of the screening program for women aged 50 to 75 and around 9,500 for clinical breast exams for women outside the age range. Breast surgeries increased by 10%, totaling 428 operations.

For more information, visit the ULSS 9 Scaligera website (HERE).