Centegra Health System will host free wellness lectures in October about ovarian cancer and foot pain. Space is limited. Register by calling 877-CENTEGRA (877-236-8347).

National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month is a time to educate oneself on ovarian cancer. Women, along with their husbands, are encouraged to hear Dr. Leonard G. Hering, an obstetrician and gynecologist on staff at Centegra Physician Care, speak about risks of ovarian cancer, symptoms and more. “Take Action Against Ovarian Cancer” will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 15 at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center-Crystal Lake, 200 Congress Parkway.

In order to get from places to place using one’s feet can be considered a necessity. After years of supporting the body, simple and daily tasks can become painful for the feet. Join Dr. Matthew I. Samuelson, an independent orthopedic surgeon on staff at Centegra Health System, as he provides information on foot pain and ways to ease and treat that pain. “Tapping out Foot Problems” will be from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 29 at Centegra Health Bridge Fitness Center-Crystal Lake, 200 Congress Parkway.

Centegra Health System is committed to meeting the health care needs of the residents of greater McHenry County and to making services available in multiple and convenient locations, including hospitals in McHenry and Woodstock, Immediate and Physician Care Centers, Centegra Sage Cancer Center, Health Bridge Fitness Centers and more. As the region’s leading health care provider, Centegra Health System continues to bring the latest treatments and technology, along with the skills of nearly 4,000 medical professionals, to meet the needs of the growing McHenry County community. For more information on Centegra Health System visit Facebook and Twitter or call 877-CENTEGRA (877-236-8347).