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During the holidays, patients at Vanderbilt’s Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital will have a cuddly companion to help make the season brighter. Sponsored by the Tennessee Chapter of the…
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month Sep 30, 2009
Click here to read the Social Workers’ Letter/Letter from Medical Oncologist
The Minnie Pearl Cancer Foundation kicks off October as Breast Cancer Awareness month in September each year with two stellar events that promote women’s health … Hope on Wheels (HOW100) and the annual Women’s Event. Both events engage hundreds of women annually in raising awareness and funds in the fight against breast cancer. Click the PDF link above to read a special letter from our oncology social workers about their support of women diagnosed with breast cancer, as well as the latest in breast cancer research from an expert medical oncologist in the study of breast cancer. Also, be sure to take a look at our compelling testimonials below (via YouTube) from two incredible breast cancer survivors.
Daily, we see the devastation of breast cancer and counter it with hope, support and education through our oncology social work services and registered dietitian consultations. Click here to read more about our Mammogram and Transportation programs as well as all of our programs and services, which we offer free of charge.