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Cancer Survivor Artwork Hosted by Maternal & Family Health Services
Maternal & Family Health Services, in conjunction with Humford Equities/Realty, is currently hosting an art display entitled, “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph,” in the lobby of 15 Public Square 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…
Read MoreEthical Health Care Decision-Making Seminar
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute is glad to be working in conjunction with VNA Hospice & Home Health of Lackawanna County, Community Medical Center, Northeast PA Hospice, Moses Taylor Hospital, Marywood University, and PSNA District #4 to host the 8th Annual Resources for Ethical Health Care Decision-Making Seminar on October 18, 2011, from 8 a.m.…
Read MorePublic Invited to Attend “Alice in Wonderland” Pink Tea
Women of all ages are invited to attend the Wyoming County Cancer Partnership Third Annual Pink Tea on Saturday, October 8th at the Keystone College Hibbard Campus Center. The theme for this year’s tea is “Alice in Wonderland” and related characters will be in attendance to interact with guests. The Tea will take place from…
Read MoreSusan G. Komen Race for the Cure to be held September 10th
Komen Northeastern Pennsylvania Race for the Cure September 10, 2011 Scranton, PA All funds from the Komen NEPA Race for the Cure go toward local community breast health and breast cancer education, screening and treatment grants. Visit www.komennepa.org for more information or to register.
Read MoreCancer Institute to Host Event Marking its 20th Anniversary
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute, a local community-based nonprofit, will mark its 20th Anniversary during a community celebration to be held on September 15, 2011, from 6-8 p.m. The planning committee for the event, co-chaired by Susan Belin, Dr. Harmar Brereton, Sue Kluger, and Thomas Pugh, has chosen the celebration theme to be, “Easing the…
Read MoreEynon-Archbald Lions Club Supports the Cancer Institute
The Eynon-Archbald Lions Club recently made a $900 donation to the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. The funds were raised during the organization’s recent “Fun Walk” and donated in honor of a member of the club, Jerry Wasley. Pictured at the check presentation are (standing from left): Rich Guman, Ed Fairbrother, Patti Fairbrother, Karen Rapoch, Pam Savitski,…
Read More“Buzz Off Cancer” Raises More than $6,000 for Cancer Institute
Mick’s Barber Shop, Honesdale, recently hosted a unique event that raised over $6,000 for the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute. The event, called “Buzz Off Cancer,” promoted prostate cancer awareness and encouraged individuals to collect pledges from friends and family in return for having their hair or beard buzzed off. Students from Lakeside Elementary and Wallenpaupack Area Middle…
Read MoreCandy’s Place Hosts Cancer Survivor Artwork
The Center for Cancer Wellness, Candy’s Place is currently hosting an art display entitled, “Tiles: From Tears to Triumph,” in the building’s gymnasium. 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. Pictured with the display…
Read MoreHealth Survey in NEPA Marcellus Shale Region Planned
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute recently received a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare to complete a community health survey in the Marcellus Shale region of Northeast Pennsylvania. The survey, which will be conducted by Cancer Institute researchers, will document the current health status of residents of Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Lycoming, Pike, Sullivan,…
Read MoreAseraCare Hospice Supports Colorectal Cancer Awareness
AseraCare Hospice in Clarks Summit recently made a contribution to support the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute 8th Annual 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 purchase and wear awareness t-shirts and pins to spread the word about colorectal cancer prevention and screening. The organization donated $1,000 to the cause, and…
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