Events Calendar

Nov
2
Thu
2017
Smoking Cessation Month
Nov 2 @ 12:00 am

November is National Smoking Cessation Month as well as Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Nov 2 @ 12:01 am

lcam.org/      The Lung Cancer Awareness Month Coalition. is a group of leading international research and advocacy organizations that partner each November in an effort to improve outcomes for lung cancer patients across the world. Unlike many other diseases, with lung cancer, there is a lack of knowledge among both men and women.

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Nov 2 @ 12:01 am
It is a time of the year when we have the most voices speaking about out pancreatic cancer. Learn more about ways you can participate so you can help us raise awareness and funds during November. Follow the links below for tips, resources and information.

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

Dec
1
Fri
2017
Cancer Fatigue Awareness Month
Dec 1 @ 12:01 am

December is Cancer-Related Fatigue Awareness Month. … Every day, normal fatigue is most often a short-term problem that gets better with rest. Cancer-related fatigue is worse and it causes more distress.

Dec
31
Sun
2017
Cancer Fatigue Awareness Month
Dec 31 @ 12:01 am

December is Cancer-Related Fatigue Awareness Month. … Every day, normal fatigue is most often a short-term problem that gets better with rest. Cancer-related fatigue is worse and it causes more distress.

Jan
4
Thu
2018
Cervical Cancer Awareness Month
Jan 4 @ 12:01 am

www.nccc-online.org/hpvcervical-cancer/cervical-health-awareness-month/

 

During January, NCCC and its many local chapters across the country highlight issues related to cervical cancer, HPV disease and the importance of early detection. While NCCC chapters host events throughout the year, January is a month with a special focus as chapters celebrate Cervical Health Awareness Month

Feb
4
Sun
2018
Screening and Early Detection Awareness Month
Feb 4 @ 12:01 am

www.who.int/cancer/detection/en/

Early detection of cancer greatly increases the chances for successful treatment. There are two major components of early detection of cancer: education to promote early diagnosis and screening. Recognizing possible warning signs of cancer and taking prompt action leads to early diagnosis. Increased awareness of all cancers
Mar
1
Thu
2018
Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Mar 1 @ 12:01 am

We can use this month to raise awareness about colorectal cancer and take action toward prevention. … Talk to family, friends, and people in your community about the importance of getting screened for colorectal cancer starting at age 50.

May
1
Tue
2018
Give NOLA Day @ Give NOLA Day
May 1 all-day

https://www.givenola.org/cancer-association-of-greater-new-orleans

What is a Giving Day?

GiveNOLA Day is a 24-hour, online giving event organized by the Greater New Orleans Foundation to ignite the giving community in Southeast Louisiana. The goal is to inspire the community to come together for 24 hours to contribute as many charitable dollars as possible to support the work of local nonprofit organizations. Last year’s event raised nearly $4.9 million from 38,000+ donations across the nation. This year, we hope to do even more! GiveNOLA Day is based on other successful giving days hosted by community foundations across the country.

May
2
Wed
2018
Melanoma and Skin Cancer Awareness Month
May 2 @ 12:01 am
May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. With 5.4 million cases in more than 3.3 million people diagnosed annually, skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. Fortunately, skin cancer is also one of the most preventable forms of cancer and highly treatable when detected early.

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month – SkinCancer.org

https://www.skincancer.org/get-involved/skin-cancer-awareness-month
May
8
Tue
2018
office will be closed half a day for CAGNO Board Meeting
May 8 @ 11:30 am – 4:00 pm
May
28
Mon
2018
Office will be closed for the Memorial Holiday
May 28 all-day
Jul
4
Wed
2018
Office will be closed for the July 4th Holiday
Jul 4 all-day
Aug
3
Fri
2018
Pain Medicine and Palliative Care Awareness Month
Aug 3 @ 12:00 am

https://www.cinj.org/palliative-care-and-cancer-pain-awareness-month-august

 August Is Palliative Care and Cancer Pain Awareness Month … The field of palliative care was once thought to exist only to provide comfort to those in the end … of care. This shift in point of view is due in part to medical advances that have resulted in more people living with and surviving cancer. The focus of care is on the …
Aug
16
Thu
2018
Join us for “Cocktails for a Cause” @ Zea's Bar
Aug 16 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Join Doctor’s Duplantier, Shamieh, Rivere and Mackey as they become bartenders for

“Cocktails for a Cause”

All tips will benefit CAGNO and Breastoration

Sep
1
Sat
2018
Leukemia and Lymphoma, Prostate and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month
Sep 1 @ 12:01 am – Sep 30 @ 11:59 pm

Leukemia/Lymphoma Awareness Month. Leukemia and lymphoma are cancers that affect the blood or bone marrow. … Unlike normal blood cells, leukemia cells don’t die when they should. They may crowd out normal white blood cells, red blood cells, and platelets.

September is also National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and Gynecologic Cancer Awareness Month. Both observances are aimed at increasing public understanding of these cancers.

Sep
3
Mon
2018
Office will be closed for Labor Day
Sep 3 all-day
Sep
8
Sat
2018
5th Annual Viva La Cure @ The National WWII Museum
Sep 8 @ 7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
Viva La Cure is officially sold out!
 
SAVE the DATE: 5th Annual
Viva La Cure
September 8th, 2018
 
For questions, contact Michelle Burtch at michelle@cagno.org or 504-733-5539
 
Viva La Cure began as a way to give hope to other cancer patients while William J. Burtch was himself fighting a battle against Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
Although he lost the fight, his passion to help others lives on through this annual event.
Oct
2
Tue
2018
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Oct 2 @ 12:01 am

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Spread the word about mammograms and raise awareness about the importance of early detection of breast cancer.

Oct
6
Sat
2018
Toast to the Tatas @ Bad Wolf
Oct 6 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Oct
8
Mon
2018
Office will be closed for Columbus Day
Oct 8 all-day
Oct
13
Sat
2018
Bike The Big Easy October 13th, 2018 @ Mercedes Superdome
Oct 13 @ 7:30 am – 12:00 pm

Bike the Big Easy
October 13th, 2018

Online registration closes at 3:00 pm CST on October 12, 2018. 

Riders may also register at the Event Expo on Friday, October 12, 2018 at Champions Square from 1:00 pm – 7:00 pm.

There is NO Race Day Registration for this Event. 

Oct
20
Sat
2018
Susan G Komen – Race for the Cure @ City Park
Oct 20 @ 7:00 am – 12:00 pm
Oct
30
Tue
2018
Spiders, Spirits and Survivors @ The Cannery
Oct 30 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Nov
2
Fri
2018
Smoking Cessation Month
Nov 2 @ 12:00 am

November is National Smoking Cessation Month as well as Lung Cancer Awareness Month

Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Nov 2 @ 12:01 am

lcam.org/      The Lung Cancer Awareness Month Coalition. is a group of leading international research and advocacy organizations that partner each November in an effort to improve outcomes for lung cancer patients across the world. Unlike many other diseases, with lung cancer, there is a lack of knowledge among both men and women.

Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Nov 2 @ 12:01 am
It is a time of the year when we have the most voices speaking about out pancreatic cancer. Learn more about ways you can participate so you can help us raise awareness and funds during November. Follow the links below for tips, resources and information.

Pancreatic Cancer Action Network

Nov
9
Fri
2018
Breastoration Fundraiser
Nov 9 @ 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Nov
12
Mon
2018
Office will be closed for Veterans Day
Nov 12 all-day
Nov
21
Wed
2018
Office will be closed 1/2 day for Thanksgiving Holiday
Nov 21 @ 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm