Asheville Reporter

Haywood Regional Medical Center is set to host a free Lunch & Learn seminar on March 19, focusing on the relationship between nutrition and colorectal cancer prevention. The event will be held from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at the Haywood Regional Health and Fitness Center in the second-floor classroom.

Kathryn Darsillo, RD, LDN, an outpatient dietitian and diabetes educator at HRMC, will lead the discussion. She will cover nutrition basics, diet impacts on gut health, and how balanced food choices can help reduce colorectal cancer risk. Attendees will receive tips on adding fiber-rich foods, antioxidants, and essential nutrients to their diets for better health.

March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting early detection and prevention's importance. Colorectal cancer is common yet preventable with regular screenings being vital in risk reduction. Healthcare providers nationwide use this month to promote screening benefits, healthy lifestyle choices, and treatment advancements.

A complimentary lunch will be provided for attendees of the Lunch & Learn session. This event offers a chance to learn from an expert about proactive health measures.

Seats are limited; interested individuals should reserve their spot soon. For more information or to RSVP, contact Lilly Ferguson at lillian.ferguson@lifepointhealth.net or call 770.776.7291.

Haywood Regional Medical Center emphasizes high-quality care with support from Duke University Health System's clinical excellence leadership and LifePoint Health's community hospital management resources.