Union County Relay For Life

“It is the four-year anniversary of Sophia's thyroid cancer surgery. Every year, I think, gets a little bit better. ⁠
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The thing no one tells you about cancer is that it's not just a physical issue. The cancer can be removed and the follow-up scans can be clear, and yet, there is still the anxiety of "I had cancer" hanging there, in the balance. ⁠
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But now, four years later, I see my daughter as the incredibly strong (and strong-willed), insightful, driven young woman that can say she's been through some stuff and come out on the other side. ⁠
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She took this bad hand life dealt her and wrestled with it and felt the emotion of it and eventually pushed through it. ⁠
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It's been hard and messy and ugly and awful and yet inspiring and uplifting and amazing all at the same time. And I'm so thankful every single day for her health. And thankful everyday for the doctors and surgeons and yeah, the therapist, who helped get her here. ⁠
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So, it's bittersweet. For a long time, it didn't feel like a day to celebrate, but somehow, this year, it does. Because it was the day they took the cancer. Her first step toward healing. ⁠
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And that's something I will never, ever, take for granted. What a gift.” -Courtney

Thanks for sharing Sophia’s inspiring story, Courtney!

Learn more about thyroid cancer risk factors, including hereditary conditions, family history, and more at cancer.org.

Colon Cancer: 7 Early Warning Signs

Colon Cancer: 7 Early Warning Signs Search For Ulcerative Colitis Treatment Up-To-Date.

Covid and cancer: A dangerous combination, especially for people of color

Covid and cancer: A dangerous combination, especially for people of color Doctors say people in low-income communities are showing up with advanced cancers because of pandemic-caused delays in diagnosis and treatment.

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Relay #27 was a big success! We love ❤️ our survivors and will never forget our love ones gone on to heaven 💘

Union General Hospital is awesome!

Union General Hospital is our presenting sponsor ! We appreciate all you do 😊😊😊

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Union County Relay For Life updated their information in their About section.

Union County Relay For Life updated their information in their About section.

Union County Relay For Life updated their phone number.

Union County Relay For Life updated their phone number.

Covid and cancer: A dangerous combination, especially for people of color

Got mine scheduled for this year!

Covid and cancer: A dangerous combination, especially for people of color Doctors say people in low-income communities are showing up with advanced cancers because of pandemic-caused delays in diagnosis and treatment.

Which one should a cancer patient choose? Treat their cancer, pay their rent or feed their family? The answer, of course, is all of the above. But the U.S. Senate is talking about stripping the paid family and medical leave program from the Build Back Better Act, meaning this is a real choice that millions of cancer patients and caregivers might have to continue making. Ask your senator to keep this program in the bill. https://bit.ly/3GR5KVP

Which one should a cancer patient choose? Treat their cancer, pay their rent or feed their family? The answer, of course, is all of the above. But the U.S. Senate is talking about stripping the paid family and medical leave program from the Build Back Better Act, meaning this is a real choice that millions of cancer patients and caregivers might have to continue making. Ask your senator to keep this program in the bill. https://bit.ly/3GR5KVP

Are cancer patients able to access and afford their health care? How easy is it to afford insurance, co-pays, prescriptions, and everything else that comes with a cancer diagnosis? We want to know what you think! ACS CAN is looking for people who have been diagnosed or treated for cancer within the past seven years for a short survey. Your input can help pass laws that will impact cancer patients and their families in the future. Take the survey today. https://bit.ly/Survivor-Views

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network

American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network ACS CAN is the nation's leading cancer advocacy organization that is working every day to make cancer issues a national priority.

Covid and cancer: A dangerous combination, especially for people of color

Covid and cancer: A dangerous combination, especially for people of color Doctors say people in low-income communities are showing up with advanced cancers because of pandemic-caused delays in diagnosis and treatment.

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“Chemo round #101 Nothing much to say today other than hard to believe I’m on to the next 100 rounds. Even after all these treatments it don’t get any easier to understand or to get used to Mental health is a roller coaster the change of my schedule threw mine for a loop this week thankful for therapist and my amazing friends that help me deal. Stay kind and love each other hate fear and judgmental people will always try to bring you and the world down." -JJ​

If you were just diagnosed or need someone to talk to, our cancer helpline is here for you 24/7/365. 1-800-227-2345​

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Detecting cancer early may save your life. It’s time to schedule your screenings. Go to Time to Screen to learn more.

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"My hair has decided to make a “blonde” comeback. I’m kinda liking it 👱‍♀️😆 . . . . . ." -Yarito

No matter where you are in your cancer journey, the is here to help. Get support by visiting cancer.org or contact us at 1-800-227-2345.

Traditional vs. 3D mammography: Which is better for you?

Traditional vs. 3D mammography: Which is better for you? The development of a 3D-like mammogram, called digital breast tomosynthesis (DBT), has been a major advancement for cancer detection.

We have over a dozen brand new Breast Cancer Awareness designs just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. https://bowlifi.com/all-designs/cancer/.html

We have over a dozen brand new Breast Cancer Awareness designs just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. https://bowlifi.com/all-designs/cancer/.html

Detecting cancer early may save your life. It’s time to schedule your screenings. Go to Time to Screen to learn more.

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September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that about 1 in 266 children and adolescents in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer before their 20th birthday?

This month, with , we’re honoring everyone who has been affected by childhood cancer. The American Cancer Society is deeply committed to making continued advances that will improve outcomes for childhood cancers.

Learn more about what we’re doing to save lives and prevent suffering at every age and every stage at cancer.org/GoldTogether

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"and now onto radiation. ☢️ Every weekday between today and August 25th my chest, armpit, and base of my neck will be blasted with beams. 25 rounds to help kill any possible remaining cancer cells left after chemo and surgery. I’m not really nervous about the radiation itself because it doesn’t hurt, but more so what the side effects will be for me. I’m told to expect fatigue and the skin to be burned. These should show up starting about the halfway point and continue to get worse until 2 weeks after I finish. Just how much fatigue and how bad of a burn is different for every person, so I’ll just have to wait and see how it goes. Seeing as how I’m still pretty fatigued from the 5 months of chemo, I’m not looking forward to that getting worse. I think lunchtime naps are going to be in my future. There is also the possibility that the little bit of lymphedema I developed after surgery will get worse since they are zapping my lymph nodes too. So I’ll continue with physical therapy once a week, wearing my compression sleeve, and doing at-home manual drainage techniques throughout radiation to try and keep that at bay. But for now, I’m going to stay positive and take things one day at a time. 🎀🎗" -Michelle

If you were just diagnosed or need someone to talk to, our cancer helpline is here for you 24/7/365. 1-800-227-2345

A Visual Guide to Breast Cancer

A Visual Guide to Breast Cancer Learn about the breast cancer experience, from symptoms and tests to treatments, recovery, and prevention. Pictures show breast structure and tumors.

Georgia Cancer Specialist

Georgia Cancer Specialist Join this live virtual program to hear Dr. Carlos Franco, with Georgia Cancer Specialists, provide an overview of Chronic Lymphoblastic Leukemia (CLL) and Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML). This program will also discuss treatment options, side effect management, and the challenges of living with chron...

Better late than never… we were finally able to present our No Shave November donation checks! Like the previous year, we opted to split the funds. For the 2020 No Shave November the FCSO raised $5,475 and the following checks were presented:
American Cancer Society - $2737.50
Forsyth County Family Haven - $1368.75
The Place of Forsyth – $1368.75

Comfortable mastectomy clothing with built-in breast prosthetics created by a breast cancer survivor. It’s all-inclusive, so no need to purchase additional breast forms & no bra band on scars. There’s no assembly & no ride up. Just put on and go! Made in the USA. https://completeshaping.com/

Let’s be ready to get this across the finish line. Last week, the U.S. House approved an increase in lifesaving cancer research funding thanks, in part, to your messages to Congress.

Next up is the Senate, and we need to make sure we’re ready! Text CURES to 40649 to make sure you don’t miss any opportunities to tell your lawmakers we need to fund new treatments and cures for cancer!

Comfortable mastectomy clothing with built-in breast prosthetics created by a breast cancer survivor. It’s all-inclusive, so no need to purchase additional breast forms & no bra band on scars. There’s no assembly & no ride up. Just put on and go! Made in the USA. https://completeshaping.com/

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The American Cancer Society’s 2021 Cancer Facts & Figures estimates that nearly 235,760 lung cancer cases will be diagnosed in the United States this year, and more than 131,880 people will die from this disease.​

By supporting the American Cancer Society, you’re making a world of difference by helping to fund our lifesaving work. https://www.cancer.org/research/cancer-facts-statistics/all-cancer-facts-figures/cancer-facts-figures-2021.html

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'I didn’t plan on taking this road, but the journey gave me so much growth.⁣ ~Jeanne Cecelia~⁣

Can’t believe it’s been almost 5 years since my diagnosis. For all my cancer survivors and fighters keep thriving and pushing forward!⁣ 📸 Victoria Saperstein'⁣
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No matter where you are in your cancer journey, the is here to help. Get support by visiting cancer.org or contact us at 1-800-227-2345.​⁣
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We would love for you to come to our Pancake Breakfast! August 28th