GYNCA

✨ A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Cancer Support Group Craft Night Participants ✨
What a wonderful evening of creativity, connection, and encouragement! 💙

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Craft Night. Your smiles, laughter, stories, and support for one another made the evening truly special. Each project created was more than just a craft—it was a reminder of the strength, resilience, and friendship that exists within our community.

Cancer can be a difficult journey, but nights like these remind us that no one has to walk it alone. We are grateful for every survivor, patient, caregiver, family member, and friend who shared their time and talents with us.

Together, we continue to build a community filled with hope, understanding, and support.

Thank you for being part of the GYN Cancers Alliance family. We look forward to seeing you at our next gathering! 💙🎨✂️

We will see you for our next Cancer Support Group Meetings!
Our group meets to connect with each other and have some fun. The ladies that attend are at all stages of their cancer journey. They laugh, care, share, and become friends.

Every Quarter we host meetings in Joplin, Springfield, & Branson!
This month includes fun free events at each location!

Our topic this Quarter is about Cancer Survivorship.

Cancer survivorship begins at diagnosis and continues through the remainder of a person's life. Whether you are newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, or years beyond treatment, you are a survivor.

Survivorship is about more than cancer-free scans.
It includes physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, financial concerns, and finding a new sense of normal.

You Are Not Alone
One of the most powerful tools in survivorship is connection. Whether through support groups, educational programs, volunteer opportunities, or simply sharing your story, connecting with others can provide hope and encouragement.

At GYN Cancers Alliance, we are committed to supporting survivors every step of the way. Your experience matters, your voice matters, & your journey continues to inspire others. Together, we celebrate survivorship, resilience, & hope.

💙 Celebrating 20 Years of HPV Vaccine Protection 💙

This year marks 20 years of progress in the fight against HPV-related cancers. 's human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine, Gardasil, was first approved by the FDA in 2006. Over the past 20 years, it has become a cornerstone of cancer prevention globally.

The HPV vaccine has helped protect millions of people from infections that can lead to cervical cancer and several other cancers. It is one of the most effective cancer prevention tools available today.

At GYN Cancers Alliance, we are grateful for two decades of innovation, education, and prevention that continue to save lives and create healthier futures for the next generation.

✨ The HPV vaccine helps prevent:
• Cervical cancer
• Vaginal cancer
• Vulvar cancer
• A**l cancer
• Many HPV-related cancers

Talk to your healthcare provider about HPV vaccination recommendations for children, teens, and young adults.

This shot prevents cancer. It does not change your child's values. IT PREVENTS CANCER.

Together, we can continue working toward a future with fewer HPV-related cancers and more lives protected through prevention.

💙 GYN Cancers Alliance
📍 3039 S Fort Ave, Suite A, Springfield, MO 65807
📞 417-869-2220
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.gynca.org

🫶 National Cancer Survivors Day 🫶

Today, we honor the strength, courage, and resilience of every woman facing a gynecologic cancer diagnosis.

Whether you are newly diagnosed, in treatment, living with metastatic disease, in remission, or years beyond treatment, your journey matters. Every step forward is a testament to your determination and hope.

National Cancer Survivors Day is a time to celebrate victories big and small, recognize the challenges that remain, and remind one another that no woman has to face gynecologic cancer alone.

To all survivors of ovarian, uterine, cervical, vulvar, vaginal, and other gynecologic cancers: we see you, we support you, and we celebrate you today and every day.

💙 Your story inspires. 💙 Your strength empowers. 💙 Your voice brings hope. 💙

The GYN Cancers Alliance is proud to stand beside survivors, caregivers, families, and advocates as we work toward a future free from gynecologic cancers.

You are more than your diagnosis.
You are a survivor.

📍 GYN Cancers Alliance
3039 S Fort Ave, Suite A
Springfield, MO 65807
📞 417-869-2220
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.gynca.org

☀️ NEW SUMMER OFFICE HOURS ☀️

GYN Cancers Alliance has updated our office hours:

🕘 Monday–Thursday: 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🕘 Friday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🚪 Saturday & Sunday: Closed

📍 3039 S Fort Ave, Suite A
Springfield, MO 65807

📞 417-869-2220
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.gynca.org

Thank you for your continued support of our mission to educate, advocate, and support those impacted by gynecologic cancers. We look forward to serving you during our new summer hours! 💙

JOIN US until 8:00 PM

Nothing extra on your ticket!

20% OF ALL PURCHASES WILL BE DONATED TO GYN CANCERS ALLIANCE (GYNCA)♡

Every meal purchased helps provide education, support, resources, and hope to those impacted by gynecologic cancers in our community.

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
PANERA BREAD
4100 S Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65807

In Cafe -- Drive-Thru -- Pick-Up -- Delivery

Enter promo code FUND4U at checkout at online checkout

JOIN US TODAY 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Nothing extra on your ticket!

20% OF ALL PURCHASES WILL BE DONATED TO GYN CANCERS ALLIANCE (GYNCA)♡

Every meal purchased helps provide education, support, resources, and hope to those impacted by gynecologic cancers in our community.

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
PANERA BREAD
4100 S Campbell Ave Springfield, MO 65807

In Cafe -- Drive-Thru -- Pick-Up -- Delivery

Enter promo code FUND4U at checkout at online checkout.

🥣 DINE FOR A CAUSE TOMORROW! 💙

Join us at Panera Bread tomorrow from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM and help support women affected by gynecologic cancers.

✨ 20% of all purchases will be donated to GYN Cancers Alliance (GYNCA) when you participate in the fundraiser.

Every meal purchased helps provide education, support, resources, and hope to those impacted by gynecologic cancers in our community.

📅 Tomorrow
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Panera Bread
4100 S Campbell Ave
Springfield, MO 65807

Bring your family, friends, and coworkers and enjoy a delicious meal while making a difference!

Together, we can support survivors, patients, and families facing gynecologic cancer.

💙 Eat. Give Back. Make an Impact.

💙 Empowering the Next Generation 💙

Gynecologic cancer awareness and prevention start early—and knowledge can make a lifelong difference.

At Natera, innovation in genetic testing helps support early risk awareness, informed decisions, and proactive care for young women.

✨ Start the conversation early:
• Learn your family health history
• Stay up to date on recommended vaccines like HPV
• Understand the importance of routine check-ups as you get older
• Know your body and speak up about changes

💡 Prevention is powerful. Education today can help protect tomorrow.

Together, we can build a future where the next generation of women is informed, empowered, and supported every step of the way. 💙

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