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Pittston YMCA Hosts Display of Cancer Survivor Art
The Pittston YMCA is currently hosting an art display entitled, “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph.” The display was created by the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute and features replications
Read MoreOpenings 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…
Read MoreNorth 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.
Read MoreThe Blue Ribbon Foundation Supports 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…
Read MoreThe Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care to Host a Lung Cancer Support Group
The first meeting will take place on Wednesday, June 5th, 2013 at 6:30 pm, and thereafter on the first Wednesday of every months at 6:30 pm. Location: The Center for Comprehensive Cancer Care 5 Morgan Highway, Suite 7 Scranton PA 18508…
Read MoreFree Mammogram Screening Offered by The Foundation for Cancer Care
Free Mammogram Screening Hosted by The Foundation for Cancer Care For Women without health insurance. Saturday June 8, 2013 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Delta Medix Breast Cancer Center, 236 Penn Avenue, Scranton PA 18503
Read MoreLocal 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…
Read MoreMick’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 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…
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