Openings Available for Summer Camp for Children Affected by a Parent’s Cancer

Camp Kesem, a college student-run summer camp for children who have been affected by a parent’s cancer, still has openings for their upcoming session in Honesdale, PA. The program is a free overnight camp for children ages 6 – 16.  The camp provides an opportunity for the children to have a fun-filled week while having…

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North Pocono Junior Basketball League Supports the Cancer Institute

The North Pocono Junior Basketball League recently made a contribution of $500 to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Pictured at the check presentation are Jerry Coles (left), Board Member, North Pocono Junior Basketball League and Bob Durkin (right), President, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute.

The North Pocono Junior Basketball League recently made a contribution of $500 to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. Pictured at the check presentation are Jerry Coles (left), Board Member, North Pocono Junior Basketball League and Bob Durkin (right), President, Northeast Regional Cancer Institute.

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The Blue Ribbon Foundation Supports THRIVE Cancer Wellness Program

THRIVE Cancer Wellness Program

The Blue Ribbon Foundation of Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania recently presented a grant to the Greater Pittston YMCA to support the THRIVE (To Help Restore and Increase Vitality through Exercise) Cancer Wellness Program.  The YMCA is hosting this individualized exercise and nutrition program for cancer survivors and their families in partnership with the Northeast…

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Local Women in Need Get Life-Saving Breast Cancer Screenings

American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer mobilizes education and screening for breast cancer in Northeastern Pennsylvania    In 2012, hundreds of Northeast Pennsylvania residents joined forces to change the course of breast cancer forever at the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer® walk. The funds raised are helping the American Cancer Society do…

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