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Cancer Survivors Day Celebration

Local Cancer Survivors Day Celebration® Observed Saturday, September 29, 2012.  Philadelphia, PA


Local Cancer Survivors Day Celebration® is Saturday, September 29, 2012 . Cancer survivors, caregivers, family members, friends and healthcare professionals will unite to show that life after a cancer diagnosis can be meaningful and productive. Roxborough Memorial Hospital is hosting a Cancer Survivor Carnival to commemorate NCSD and you’re invited. “Come learn how surviving cancer is an attitude about life and living each day to the fullest,” says Mr. Peter Adamo, CEO of Roxborough Memorial Hospital. “You will find our event filled with hope, compassion, faith, and love as we honor cancer survivors for their courage. We will also recognize the contributions of their families, friends, and caregivers and discuss the issues of cancer survivorship.” Here in Roxborough, we will celebrate with a carnival. Anyone living with a history of cancer – from the moment of diagnosis through the remainder of life, is a cancer survivor, according to the NCSD Foundation. Nearly 12 million Americans are now living with and beyond a diagnosis of cancer. In the United States, men have a slightly less than a 1 in 2 lifetime risk of developing cancer; for women, the risk is a little more than 1 in 3. Learning about this disease is crucial, because many forms of cancer can be prevented and most cured if detected early. Major advances in cancer prevention, early detection, and treatment have resulted in longer survival, and therefore, a growing number of cancer survivors. However, a cancer diagnosis can leave a host of problems in its wake. Physical, financial, and emotional hardships often persist after diagnosis and treatment. Survivors may face many challenges such as hindered access to cancer specialists and promising new treatments, inadequate insurance, financial hardships, employment problems, and psychological struggles. In light of these difficulties, our community needs to focus on improving the quality of life for cancer survivors. “Despite the adversities, cancer survivors face each day with courage and dignity and serve as an inspiration to all of us,” says Mr. Adamo.  This Cancer Survivors Day celebration of life will be held in our community at Roxborough Memorial Hospital.  The event will be in the hospital cafeteria on Saturday, September 29, 2012 from 1:00 pm until 4:00PM.

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