Bridgeport, CT (October 24, 2025) – Bridgeport Hospital hosted a Men’s Health Symposium Saturday, which focused on prostate, colon and lung cancer awareness, with the goal of promoting early detection and prevention through education and community engagement.
The free event, held in partnership with St. Matthew Baptist Church, was open to the public and featured a multidisciplinary team of physicians presenting on symptoms, risk factors and screening options for the three most common cancers affecting men.
“Too many men delay screenings or ignore symptoms until it's too late,” said Steven Kardos, MD, a urologist with Northeast Medical Group and Bridgeport Hospital. “By offering clear, accessible information, we’re encouraging men to take a proactive approach to their health.”
Attendees heard from specialists in Urology, Colorectal Surgery, Oncology and Pulmonary Medicine. The symposium also included educational materials and free blood pressure screenings.
“This event was about creating space for open and honest conversations around men’s health,” said Rev. Dr. Aaron Best, pastor at St. Matthew Baptist Church. “We know that informed communities are healthier communities, and awareness is the first step.”
“We are committed to supporting our community’s well-being – not just through treatment, but through education and prevention,” said Anne Diamond, DBA, JD, president of Bridgeport Hospital. “Events like this align with our mission to improve health outcomes across the region.”
Bridgeport Hospital, part of Yale New Haven Health, is a non-profit 501-bed acute care hospital with two campuses (plus 42 beds licensed to Yale New Haven Children's Hospital). Its Bridgeport and Milford Campuses serve patients from across the region. The hospital admits more than 23,000 patients and provides nearly 350,000 outpatient treatments annually. The Connecticut Burn Center at Bridgeport Hospital is the only burn center in the state and one of only 64 verified burn centers in the United States. Bridgeport Hospital is committed to providing safe, compassionate and cost efficient care to its patients and the community. www.bridgeporthospital.org
