Events Calendar

Oct
31
Sat
2015
Smoking Cessation Month
Oct 31 @ 12:00 am

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

Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Oct 31 @ 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.

Nov
1
Sun
2015
Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month
Nov 1 @ 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
2
Mon
2015
Lung Cancer Awareness Month
Nov 2 @ 1:01 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.

Nov
7
Sat
2015
Simply Irma @ Anthony Bean Community Theater
Nov 7 @ 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm

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Saturday, Nov. 7, Simply Irma, a Musical Play, Anthony Bean Community Theater, 1333 S. Carrollton at Willow.   VIP Reception at 7 pm, followed by Irma at 8 pm.    Complimentary parking provided across the street at the Whitney Bank Building.    $50 per person, benefitting the Cancer Association of Greater New Orleans and FestiGals.

Dec
1
Tue
2015
Smoking Cessation Month
Dec 1 @ 1:00 am

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

Jan
4
Mon
2016
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
Thu
2016
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
May
2
Mon
2016
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
Aug
3
Wed
2016
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 …
Oct
2
Sun
2016
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.

Nov
2
Wed
2016
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

Jan
4
Wed
2017
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
Sat
2017
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
May
2
Tue
2017
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
Aug
3
Thu
2017
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 …
Oct
2
Mon
2017
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.

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
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
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 …
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.