Southwestern Community College PTA Program

10/05/2015

Elijah has been battling Epithelioid Sarcoma cancer since May 2014.

05/07/2015

Happy End of 2nd semester to First Years! May your Summer flow with grace, ease, and appropriate footwear.

After Frida Kahlo died in 1954, her husband Diego Rivera shut her belongings in a bathroom at their Mexico City home – then demanded it be locked until 15 years after his death. In fact, the room wasn’t opened until 2004.

See the full gallery of what was inside: http://gu.com/p/484tv/fb

04/11/2015

03/08/2015

Colorectal cancer is the fourth most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of death from cancer. Colorectal cancer affects all racial and ethnic groups and is most often found in people ages 50 and older.

There are often no signs or symptoms of colorectal cancer – that’s why it’s so important to get screened.

To increase awareness about the importance of colorectal cancer screening, SCC's PTA program is proudly participating in Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Locally in 2011, 499 people out of 100,000 were affected by colorectal cancer in Jackson county.

While physical therapy cannot cure cancer it can help promote or sustain a greater level of function and independence for patients who are suffering. Through strength, balance, and endurance training, as well as patient education on personal, home, and community safety awareness PTA's play an integral part in the health care team. Call SCC's PTA department for more information on the program.

This infographic illustrates how catching and treating colon cancer early increases survival. Share this infographic with friends and family to show the importance of screening and prevention.

01/30/2015

Because learning is fun!

12/03/2014

International Day of People with Disability

This day was first established in 1992 and it is recognized by the United Nations. The goal of this day is to promote an understanding of people with disability and encourage support for their dignity, rights and well-being. Every year they have a theme as to what part of disability they are trying to raise awareness about. This year, the theme is Disaster Risk Reduction and Emergency Responses, Creating Enabling Working Environments, and Disability-Inclusive Sustainable Development Goals.

11/26/2014

Science Fair Winners!!! From the PTA program!

1st place - Amber Roberts - Physics of a Jump Shot (Research)
2nd place - Jon Grindstaff - Disc Speed (Research)
3rd place - Alex Mayfield - Cryotherapy's Effect on Physical Performance (Experimental)

11/24/2014

**November is National Diabetes Awareness month** Nearly 30 million children and adults in the United States have this debilitating disease.
Physical therapy can help with vital patient education and specific interventions focused on maintaining or improving the patients current level of function and independence.