Northwell Walk to Raise Health Set For Port Jefferson On May 17

The annual event supports the Fortunato Breast Health Center and raises awareness about the importance of mammograms.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 3:05pm

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A minimalist, glowing neon outline illustration of a simplified human breast form, conceptually representing the importance of breast health and cancer awareness.The Northwell Walk to Raise Health event aims to promote early breast cancer detection and support local healthcare resources.Port Jefferson Today

Mather Hospital will host its annual Northwell Walk to Raise Health at Port Jefferson on May 17 to support the Fortunato Breast Health Center, which raises breast cancer awareness and the importance of mammograms for women over 40. The five-mile walk will include music, raffles, photo props, a walker warm-up session, and a Pink Your Pooch contest for the dog with the best pink outfit.

Why it matters

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women in the United States, except for skin cancers, accounting for about 30 percent of all new female cancers each year. The Northwell Walk aims to promote early detection through mammograms and support the local Fortunato Breast Health Center's efforts to provide access to breast cancer screening and treatment.

The details

The Northwell Walk to Raise Health will take place in Port Jefferson and Belle Terre, with check-in starting at 8:30 a.m. and the walk stepping off at 10 a.m. on May 17. The event is sponsored by Mario Rivera Honda, Bagel Express Setauket, Four Leaf Federal Credit Union, and New York Cancer and Blood Specialists. Participants can walk individually or form teams of friends or family.

  • The Northwell Walk to Raise Health will take place on May 17, 2026.
  • Check-in for the event will start at 8:30 a.m., and the walk will step off at 10 a.m.

The players

Mather Hospital

The hospital hosting the annual Northwell Walk to Raise Health event.

Fortunato Breast Health Center

The organization that the Northwell Walk aims to support, raising breast cancer awareness and the importance of mammograms for women over 40.

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What’s next

Participants can sign up for the Northwell Walk to Raise Health by clicking the registration link provided in the article.

The takeaway

The Northwell Walk to Raise Health is an important community event that supports breast cancer awareness and early detection through mammograms, which are crucial for women's health and well-being.