MARYVILLE, Mo. — Golfers across the region can now register for the 35th Annual St. Francis Classic, taking place Friday, August 22 at Mozingo Lake Golf Course. This year's event aims to raise critical funds for state-of-the-art 3D mammography equipment at Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville.
More than 2,500 women receive mammograms at Mosaic each year. The new equipment is expected to significantly enhance early detection capabilities, leading to better outcomes for patients across Northwest Missouri.
This year's honorary host is Jeanne Pierson, a two-time breast cancer survivor whose story underscores the life-saving value of advanced diagnostic tools. Pierson was first diagnosed at age 50. A decade later, a second, more invasive cancer was caught early — thanks to 3D mammography.
Pierson is now a passionate advocate for annual screenings and continued investment in advanced technology to ensure others benefit from early diagnosis and effective treatment.
Those interested in registering or supporting the tournament can contact Mosaic Medical Center – Maryville for more information. Proceeds from the tournament will directly benefit the hospital’s mammography program and help save lives through early detection.