20s + 30s

• Cervical cancer screening: Women 25-30 should get a Pap test every three years, while women over 30 should do so every three to five years.

40s

• Colon cancer screening: People at average risk should start testing at age 45 through age 75. There are multiple ways to screen, so screening frequency depends on the type of test. Between 30-50? Here’s what young adults should know about the alarming rise of early-onset colorectal cancers.
• Breast cancer screening: Women aged 40+ should have an annual mammogram screening. Pro tip: Walk-in mammogram appointments are available at Novant Health’s new breast center + in Ballantyne.
• Prostate cancer screening: Starting at age 45, men at higher risk of prostate cancer (think: African American men or having close-family history) should talk to their doctor about being tested. See what a high PSA level could mean.

50s + 60s

• Lung cancer screening: People aged 50-80 who smoke or used to smoke + have a 20 pack-year history (20 years of smoking one pack per day) should get yearly lung cancer screenings with a low-dose CT (LDCT) scan.

If your screening returns unexpected results...

• Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary General Meeting | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 9:30-11 a.m. | The Salvation Army of Cabarrus and Stanly Counties | Free | Join the first general meeting of the 2024-25 year + books on sale will benefit the Christmas Angel Tree project.
• The Ultimate Power Lunch | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 11:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. | The Revelry | $125+ | Network and learn from guest speakers during Dress for Success Charlotte’s signature fundraiser.
• Mat Kearney | Tuesday, Sept. 24 | 8 p.m. | Bechtler Museum of Modern Art | $35+ | The Nashville-based rock and contemporary singer takes the stage with guest Darren Kiely.

• The History of Games: From Monopoly to Wordle | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 11 a.m.-2 p.m. | The Pine | Free | Put your gaming skills to the test while learning about classic and modern games + chat with Blue Cross NC reps about Medicare plans.*
• Book release + meet author Rickey Smiley | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | 6-9 p.m. | Chosen City Church | Free | The comedian, author, and radio host will sign and discuss his new book addressing resilience and faith.
• Frenchy’s Oktoberfest | Wednesday, Sept. 25 | Frenchy’s Sip and Shop | Cost of purchase | Savor German and Austrian wines commonly tapped in Munich’s annual celebration.

• Dilworth Neighborhood Grille Giveback Day | Thursday, Sept. 26 | 11-12 a.m. | Dilworth Neighborhood Grille | Cost of purchase | Order lunch with 15% of sales going to The Isabella Santos Foundation.
• South Charlotte Partners Meet the Candidates Social | Thursday, Sept. 26 | 4-7 p.m. | The Olde Mecklenburg Brewery - Ballantyne | Free | Sip local brews while meeting with candidates running for office in the south Charlotte area.
• Nature Photography Walks | Thursday, Sept. 26 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden | Free | Explore nature through the lens of a camera in this guided walk.

• Expect traffic delays around Mint Hill as former president Donald Trump will be visiting on Wednesday. Trump is expected to visit the Mosack Group — doors open at 10 a.m. (WCNC)

• Construction is expected to start on 3’s, a Justin Timberlake-backed golf entertainment venue, this fall. Pebble Creek Golf Course will be renovated to feature 12 holes + 4,000 sqft of dining and retail. It’s expected to open in 2025. (Charlotte Business Journal)

• Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools wants to add gender identity protections to its harassment policies. The proposal by board members would cover students and employees. The board will hold a public hearing on Tuesday, Oct. 8 before a vote on Tuesday, Oct. 22. (The Charlotte Observer)

• Belk opened a new outlet location at Northlake Mall. The store boasts designer labels at discounted prices. This is Belk’s first outlet location in North Carolina. (WBTV)

• Craving coffee? Your next cup can benefit the Charlotte Fire Department. Fire Dept. Coffee created “Protecting Our Hive,” a brew to support CFD. A portion of the sales goes to the Charlotte Regional Fire Foundation. The fundraiser lasts through September. (WSOC)

• Charlotte-based Truist Foundation and MIT-Solve launched the third Inspire Awards. The foundation will provide more than $1 million in grants to nonprofits providing resources for adults seeking new skills and careers. Applications are open.

• If it’s officially fall, why are mosquitoes sticking around? Mosquito-borne illnesses typically drop in October as temperatures lower. Ongoing summer-like temperatures have these illnesses remaining prevalent. (WCNC)

• The Panthers are re-energized after a win against the Las Vegas Raiders. Can Andy Dalton keep the momentum for the season? Go beyond the scoreboard for the biggest stories on the Carolina Panthers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
  

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