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The Georgia Cancer Center newsroom features all of the latest news, publications and media coverage for the cancer center.

photo from article Ribbon Cutting for Sun Safe Augusta Initiative
Ribbon Cutting for Sun Safe Augusta Initiative

Ribbon Cutting for Sun Safe Augusta Initiative

May 07, 2025

To combat the rise of melanoma and educate the CSRA about the importance of protecting your skin, the Sun Safe Team from the Georgia Cancer Center is teaming up with IMPACT Melanoma, Augusta Canal Authority, and Unite in the Fight Against Cancer to install and maintain a pilot of five sunscreen dispenser stations for public… Continue Reading Ribbon Cutting for Sun Safe Augusta Initiative

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rooftop garden
Rooftop Renovation underway thanks to funding from Unite in the Fight

Rooftop Renovation underway thanks to funding from Unite in the Fight

April 28, 2025

rooftop gardenFood insecurity and poor mental health might not be your first thought when you think of factors that can lead to an increased risk of cancer, but both can lead to higher rates of obesity, smoking and alcohol consumption, anxiety, depression, and stress. Malcolm Bevel, PhD, a member of the Cancer Prevention, Control and Population… Continue Reading Rooftop Renovation underway thanks to funding from Unite in the Fight

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Unite in the Fight funds Transplant Day Celebration for Patients

Unite in the Fight funds Transplant Day Celebration for Patients

April 21, 2025

transplant day celebrationWhen you think of cancer treatment, your mind might jump to chemotherapy or radiation, but what about bone marrow transplant (BMT)? A BMT may be needed by a cancer patient when the doses of chemotherapy or radiation are so high that they will cause permanent damage to the stem cells in the patient’s bone marrow.… Continue Reading Unite in the Fight funds Transplant Day Celebration for Patients

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The benefits of soy and dairy for cancer survivors

The benefits of soy and dairy for cancer survivors

April 16, 2025

soy milkSoy and dairy products have been controversial in the past whether they increase or decrease the risk of cancers. This confusion has continued to grow due to the lack of easy to interpret information available to the public. With the continued research throughout the years, studies have shown that when cancer patients incorporate soy and… Continue Reading The benefits of soy and dairy for cancer survivors

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When visiting the Outpatient Clinic during her work with the ‘Whole Person Healing Initiative’, she noticed different areas of the lobby that could be updated to improve the overall atmosphere. Thus, the ‘Amenities, Appearance, Awareness’ program was created.
Unite in the Fight funds enhancements for patient experience at the GCC Outpatient Clinic

Unite in the Fight funds enhancements for patient experience at the GCC Outpatient Clinic

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Helping Men Handle Their Mental Health and Their Future After Testicular Cancer

Helping Men Handle Their Mental Health and Their Future After Testicular Cancer

people wearing sun block and hats
Helping Augusta be Sun Safe with funding from Unite in the Fight 

Helping Augusta be Sun Safe with funding from Unite in the Fight 

Patient Survivor Bright Moments Program
Unite Bringing Bright Moments to Patients

Unite Bringing Bright Moments to Patients

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Using Virtual Reality to improve patient experiences with funding from Unite in the Fight

Using Virtual Reality to improve patient experiences with funding from Unite in the Fight

Georgia Cancer Center Whole-Person Healing Initiative – Phase 2
Phase 2 of the Whole-Person Healing Initiative Underway Thanks to Unite in the Fight

Phase 2 of the Whole-Person Healing Initiative Underway Thanks to Unite in the Fight

 
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I Smoked for 30 Years. AI Helped Save My Life

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New Initiative brings free sunscreen stations to Augusta in fight against Melanoma

News 12/26

Sunscreen dispensers placed around Augusta to combat skin cancer

The Augusta Press

Cancer Center brings in nearly $60k with annual fundraiser walk

News 12/26

One-mile walk around AU’s campus shows unity in fight against cancer

News 12/26

Unite in the Fight honors those who have been impacted by cancer

News Channel 6

Check It Out: A Guide to Checking for Skin Cancer

Georgia CEO Network

Kruse-Diehr Named Chair for SPH’s Community and Behavioral Health Sciences

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April is Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month: what you need to know

 
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