Local wine tasting events have become quite common in the Santa Clarita Valley, but the once-a-year Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center wine tasting reception, which takes place at the exceptional Salt Creek Grille in Valencia on October 6 from 6 to 8 pm, features mouthwatering, delectable appetizers and sweet, delicious desserts prepared by the restaurant’s chef to complement an assortment of red and white wines hand-selected by the restaurant's master sommelier.

This fun-filled evening is just one of several events planned this October to help the Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Health Foundation and Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center raise awareness of the importance of mammograms for early breast cancer detection.

The event will also help to raise funds to purchase technology designed to improve outcomes for women undergoing breast reconstructive surgery as a result of breast cancer. The wi-fi enabled ViOptix T.Ox™ Tissue Oximetermeasures the oxygen flow in transplanted tissue and transmits the data to any internet accessible device including PDAs, smart phones and personal computersto help clinicians quickly identify potential tissue health risks and initiate appropriate intervention.

Donation for the event is $40.00, plus tax and gratuity, and includes wine and appetizers. Space is limited and reservations are highly recommended.  For more information or to make a reservation, call Salt Creek Grille (661-222-9999) or Henry Mayo’s Foundation (661-200-1200).

Since its inception in 2003, the Sheila R. Veloz Breast Imaging Center has provided more than 73,000 screenings and found 560 breast cancers through mammograms and diagnostic exams. The breast imaging center’s life-saving services wouldn’t be possible without the generous support of the Santa Clarita Valley community. To schedule your mammogram, please call (661) 253-8822.