By Maria Lopez, Nutrition Educator 4 easy steps to promote breast health If you are concerned about developing breast cancer, you might be wondering if there are steps you can take to minimize the risk. Some factors, such as family history, can’t be changed. However, there are lifestyle changes you can make to lower your risk. Step 1: Do self-examinations regularly Step 2: Maintain a healthy weight. Step 3: Be physically active. Most healthy adults should

The health fair, organized by the FSCS Health Center Treatment Coordinator, Nicole Naranjo, in partnership with NRC site coordinator Marisol Alvarado is scheduled for Nov. 1, 11 am to 2 pm. Halloween costumes are encouraged!

60 participants from Senator Frank Lautenberg School (6) , including staff, students, parents and Paterson community, took part in a Breast Cancer Walk on October 23 at 1 pm. The walk took place on Carroll, Broadway, and Lake Street. According to Treatment Coordinator, Diane Savage, a fun day was had by all.

Students at Alonzo Moody Academy enjoyed an FSCS Bowl’d & Healthy workshop on October 21 during all their school lunch periods. The phrase for this event was “Build it. Blend it. Love it.” Students were encouraged to build their own smoothie bowl and discover how delicious healthy eating can be.

A family pumpkin event was held at Al Moody Academy on October 15, lead by Treatment Coordinator, Diana Claudio. Participants decorated pumpkins, had light refreshments, and enjoyed taking part in a mini-workshop to learn about the power of art and family bonding.

Senator Frank Lautenberg /School 6 held a Flu Shot Event on October 9. According to Treatment Coordinator, Diane Savage, 36 people were serviced. Those receiving flu shots included students, parents, and staff.

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A group nutrition workshop was held at Al Moody Academy on Sept 23, led by FSCS nutritionist Kelli Petit and Treatment Coordinator Diana...

School 16 welcomed students back to school on Sept. 4, the first day of school, with colorful inflatables and enthusiastic signs. FSCS...

218 backpacks were given away to Paterson students, as well as nearby town students, on August 30 at an “Angels Over Me” event in...

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Students at Joseph A. Taub enjoyed chatting and building their own parfaits during lunch time on June 9. Blueberries, Strawberries,...