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Cancer Survivors Day: Carolyn’s Story
My name is Carolyn Oravitz. I am a breast cancer survivor. Shortly after I heard my cancer diagnosis, I went to a drugstore to pick up some articles. The first thing I noticed when I entered the store was a book about surviving breast cancer. I was not shopping for books but it caught my…
Read MoreCancer Survivors Day- Sue’s Story
Meet Sue Drumgould. She has been a past attendee at our Cancer Survivors Day event. Sue celebrated 10 years of being cancer free this July. In honor of her very special day, she bought coffee cakes for the wonderful staff at the TRU unit at Allied Health Center. She also donated to the Northeast Regional…
Read MoreCancer Survivors Day- Sarah’s Story
Sarah Shoff and her family have been attendees at Cancer Survivors Day for many years. Here is Sarah’s story. On April 7, 2015, I went in for surgery to have a large fibroid removed. They always do a biopsy of anything they remove from your body. On April 9, I received a phone call with…
Read MoreCancer Survivors Day: Joe’s Story
Joe Ferguson is the first story for our Virtual Cancer Survivors Day this year. Throughout the month of September, we will share stories. This is the opportunity to be a part and give or receive inspiration from our fellow community members. Distance between us shouldn’t put an end to support and togetherness. Joe Ferguson has…
Read MoreCancer Screening During a Pandemic
Screening for cancers using evidence-based screening tests saves lives. Screenings are available for breast, cervical, colon and lung cancers. In the first half of 2020, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many routine screenings could not be completed in a timely fashion. According to the National Cancer Institute, this could account for thousands of missed cancer…
Read MoreDuryea at Dusk Raises $5,500 for Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
The Duryea at Dusk Committee raised $5,500 for the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute for the fourth year of their 5K and 1-mile walk that transitioned to a virtual race due to COVID-19 restrictions. Participants registered online and were encouraged to complete their 5K or 1-mile safely around their neighborhood, on a treadmill, track or at…
Read MoreCancer Institute Announces New Officers and Member to the Board of Directors
The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute’s Board of Directors elected new officers. Susan Shoemaker was elected as Chair of the Board of Directors, William Conaboy, Esq., Vice-Chair, Fr. Herbert Keller, Secretary and Jackie Brozena, Treasurer. In addition to the new officers, the Board of Directors appointed Glen Digwood, D.O., FACP to the Board of Directors. Glen Digwood,…
Read MoreDuryea at Dusk 5K & 1 Mile Walk Goes Virtual
The Duryea at Dusk committee has set their fourth Duryea at Dusk 5K and 1-mile walk as a virtual race this year due to COVID-19 restrictions. Participants can register online now through Saturday, June 13. Participants are encouraged to complete their 5K or 1-mile safely around their neighborhood, on a treadmill, track or at a park between…
Read MoreDuryea at Dusk 2020: A Virtual Race
Duryea at Dusk is going virtual for 2020. We just couldn’t let this time of year pass us by without holding Duryea at Dusk in some fashion. Therefore, we have decided to offer our 5k run and 1 mile walk as virtual events this year. This means that everyone can safely participate, have fun, and…
Read MoreNortheast Regional Cancer Institute Announces Staff Promotions
SCRANTON, PA – The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute’s President, Karen Saunders, recently announced several staffing changes across the organization approved by the Board of Directors. Sally Cavanaugh, of Wilkes-Barre, has been hired as a Patient Navigator. She is a registered nurse working within the Community-Based Cancer Screening Navigation Program helping individuals complete recommended cancer screenings. Sally…
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