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Chesapeake Energy Supports Patient Navigation Program
Chesapeake Energy Corporation recently provided $10,000 to the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute to support the organization’s Patient Navigation Program. The funding will focus on program participants from Wyoming and Susquehanna Counties. The Cancer Institute Patient Navigation Program helps uninsured and underinsured individuals access direct cancer-related health care services – from screening through diagnosis to treatment and aftercare.…
Read MoreDanchak, Dewar, and Sewatsky Named Co-Chairs for 10th Annual C.A.S.U.A.L. Day
Peter Danchak, William R. Dewar III, MD, and Mary Finan Sewatsky, MD were recently named co-chairs of the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute 10th Annual C.A.S.U.A.L. (Colon cancer Awareness SavesUnlimited Adult Lives) Day. Mr. Danchak, of Clarks Summit, is the regional president of the Northeast Pennsylvania region of PNC Bank. He serves as co-chair of the Pennsylvania Early Learning Investment Commission…
Read MoreBack Mountain Memorial Library Hosts Display of Cancer Survivor Art
The Back Mountain Memorial Library, Dallas, will host the “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph,” art display throughout the month of December. The display, created by the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, features replications of ceramic tiles that were painted by Luzerne County cancer survivors and caregivers through an art therapy project. Through the project, participants were encouraged…
Read MoreKeystone College ROTARACT Club Supports Cancer Institute
Members of the Keystone College ROTARACT Club recently held a breast cancer awareness walk to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. The event was held on October 19 and began at the Keystone College Green. A party for participants was held after the walk and sponsored by The Rotary Club. More than $800 was raised to support the…
Read MoreJoin Us for a “Diva Friday” Breast Cancer Awareness Event!
Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs is partnering with the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute for a “Dive Friday” breast cancer awareness event! Join us Friday, October 26th Mohegan Sun at Pocono Downs BREAKERS BAR 5 – 7 P.M. Event will feature: Complimentary Buffet! Happy Hour Drink Features! &…
Read More“Hands on Health” Trunks Available at Local Libraries
The Northeast Library District currently has three “Hands on Health” Trunks circulating throughout its libraries. Each trunk features health information and interactive displays related to one of three topics: Children’s Fitness and Nutrition, Adult Fitness and Nutrition, and Healthy Choices Cancer Awareness. The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute and Marywood University will also be offering educational…
Read MoreAfter Cancer Treatment Program to be Offered at Riverside Rehabilitation
Riverside Rehabilitation in Plains will host a program for cancer survivors on Tuesday, December 4, 2012, at 6:30pm. The free program, entitled “After Cancer Treatment: What to Do When Treatment is Completed,” will be presented by a community educator from the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. It is open to all cancer survivors and their families/caregivers.…
Read MoreNominations Open for BCNEPA Gallery of Hope
Since 2000, the Blue Cross of Northeastern Pennsylvania Gallery of Hope has been honoring breast cancer survivors from across northeastern and north-central Pennsylvania and sharing their stories to help educate others about the importance of screenings, early detection and early intervention in the fight against this disease. As we prepare to observe National Breast Cancer…
Read MoreCancer Survivor Artwork Hosted by Osterhout Library
The Osterhout Free Library is currently hosting an art display entitled, “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph,” in its Central Branch on South Franklin Street in Wilkes-Barre. The display was created by the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute and features replications of ceramic tiles that were painted by Luzerne County cancer survivors and caregivers through an art…
Read MoreUpcoming Resources for Ethical Health Care Decision-Making Seminar
Visiting Nurse Association Hospice & Home Health of Lackawanna County Commonwealth Home Health & Hospice of NEP A Northeast Regional Cancer Institute Marywood University PSNA District #4 Present Resources for Ethical Health Care Decision-Making Palliation: How Do We Get There From Here? Tuesday, October 16, 2012 For the General Public, Healthcare Professionals, Patients,…
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