Archive for April 2013
Mick’s Barber Shop in Honesdale to Host “Buzz Off Cancer”
A one day event to benefit the Multiple Myeloma research Foundation and Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Our goal is to create awareness & money for Multiple Myeloma. Barbers and Hairstyles form Main Street come together for three hours of FUNdraising and head buzzing!
Read MoreJudi H Rock On 3 Planned for May 5th
Friends and family of a woman from Dunmore who lost her battle with cancer are planning their third annual fundraiser to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute in her memory. Judi Hartridge was a vibrant and giving nurse, who passed away at the age of 43 after a year-long battle with cancer. To honor her generous…
Read MoreHealth Survey in NEPA Marcellus Shale Region Completed
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute recently completed a Community Health Survey in the Marcellus Shale region of Northeast Pennsylvania. The project was undertaken by the Cancer Institute through funding from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare. “A variety of issues related to “fracking” and other processes used to produce natural gas have contributed to community concerns…
Read MoreCancer Planning Summit To Take Place April 11th
A Free one-day program to share current cancer control initiatives on the state and local level, and engage attendees in the development of a new Cancer Plan for Pennsylvania…
Read MorePPL Supports Colorectal Cancer Awareness Initiative
PPL recently contributed $3,500 to the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute to support the organization’s C.A.S.U.A.L. (Colon cancer Awareness Saves Unlimited Adult Lives) Day. C.A.S.U.A.L. Day is a dress down day where individuals wear awareness t-shirts and pins to spread the word about colorectal cancer prevention and screening. Pictured at the check presentation are (left to…
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