Found 33 blog entries tagged as cancer.

Pink The Parkway At The Richland Parkway In Richland, WashingtonOn Saturday, October 17 come and join the day full of good food, wine and shopping at the annual Pink the Parkway fundraising event that supports the Warrior Sisterhood a local non profit organization that partners with Tri-Cities Cancer Center. There will be door prizes that awaits you!

2015 Pink the Parkway
Warrior Sisterhood and Tri-Cities Cancer Center are partners in assisting women of the Tri-Cities that are diagnosed with cancer. The raised funds will directly be given to supporting local women battling cancer.

The event will be at The Richland Parkway, between Jadwin Avenue and George Washington Way Richland, Washington from 11:00 in the morning until 4:00 in the afternoon. There will be a $25 admission fee for adult and senior.  

For more…

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Rising Above Cancer Badger Mountain Climb In Richland, WashingtonOn Saturday, October 10 Northwest Cancer Clinic is inviting the Tri-City community to join and gather at the Badger Mountain to honor Breast Cancer patients and survivors as well as their family and loved ones who had been involved in fighting this disease.

Rising Above Cancer Badger Mountain Climb
Participants are encouraged to bring their families and friends to climb up Badger Mountain on October 10. There will be a brief ceremony at the peak to honor patients, survivors and their families. The Northwest Cancer Clinic will be selling pink balloons for $5 at the venue for fund raising purposes. The proceeds will be given to the non-profit Focus on Cancer for free mammograms.    

Participants will meet up at the Trailhead Park located in 525…

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Prostate Cancer Screening At Tri-Cities Cancer Center Kennewick, WashingtonProstrate Cancer is one of the most common types of cancer in men. And as we know early detection can be the best option to early treatment as well. On September 14, 15 and 16, the Tri Cities Cancer Center in 7530 W. Deschutes Avenue Kennewick, Washington will be having a Prostrate Cancer Screening from 5:30 to 7:00 in the evening.

Prostrate Cancer Screening 
Be aware of screening guidelines to determine if a prostate cancer screening is appropriate for you. Call today to schedule your appointment at 509-737-3420.

The screening is open to men ages 50-69. Men 70 and above should consult their physician and determine the best path for their personal healthcare needs. 

According to Mayo Clinic, "Prostate cancer that is detected early — when it's…

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Annual Glow Run Columbia Point Park In Richland, Washington Come join Glow Run 2015 on Friday, September 18, 7:00 to 10 in the evening at Columbia Park Trail in Richland, Washington. 4th Annual Glow Run 5K Tri Cities The GLOW Run was started by a Relay for Life team The Betty Boobs in the Tri Cities to help fund cancer research.

Their mission is to raise money to fight cancer, and honor those in our lives that have fought this battle with grace, and bravery. And on September 18, join them in this event that will benefit the American Cancer Society. 

If you've "glowed" with them in the past, you know that they are dedicated group of local volunteers committed to defeating cancer by throwing every participant with one amazing night!

Registration:
$20 adults (13 years and up), $15 youth (12 and under) -…

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Common Nutrition Questions During Cancer Treatment Kennewick, WashingtonTri Cities Cancer Center located at 7530 W. Deschutes Avenue in Kennewick, Washington will be hosting a presentation about the common nutrition questions during cancer treatment on Wednesday, August 26 from 12:00 to 1:00 in the afternoon.

About the Presentation
Today, there are a lot of cancer patients undergoing treatment and the very thought of eating is the last thing they want to do. However, once eating nutritiously is taken for granted this can be daunting especially since this is a very important factor in the overall well-being of the cancer patient.

Tri-Cities Cancer Center's Carolyn Keefer, Registered Dietitian and a Certified Nutrition Support Clinician who has over ten years experience providing nutritional assessments and counseling for…

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Pink Vs. Blue Cancer Awareness Charity Golf Tournament Kennewick WashingtonOn Friday, October 17 take part in a meaningful event that will assist women going through breast cancer treatment and also to prostate support groups in the Tri-Cities.

About Pink Vs. Blue Cancer Awareness Charity Golf Tournament
The tournament will start at 1:00 in the afternoon at Canyon Lakes Golf Course, 3700 W. Canyon Lake Drive Kennewick, Washington. The event marks the first annual golf tournament where the Tri-Cities Chapter of The Links is partnering with the Tri-Cities Cancer Center and Canyon Lakes Golf Course in promoting Breast Cancer and Prostate Awareness. Proceeds will go to the Chest of Hope Tri Cities.

Price per player us $75.00 and $300.00 for a team composed of four members.

For more information please call 509-947-4405 or go…

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FREE Prostate Cancer Screening, Northwest Cancer Clinic Kennewick WashingtonThere will be a FREE Prostate Cancer Screening on Wednesday, August 20 from 4:00 in the afternoon until 6:00 in the evening at the Northwest Cancer Clinic in Kennewick, Washington.

More about the Event
Northwest Cancer Clinic located in 7379 W. Deschutes Avenue Suite 100 will be having their annual free Prostate Cancer Screening. Screening will include a free PSA test and prostate exam with local volunteer Tri-Cities urologists along with the physicians at Northwest Cancer Clinic.

Please take note: Patients must meet qualifications before appointment is made.

RSVP is requested by calling 509-987-1800 or e-mailing info@nwcancerclinic.com.

For more information you may go to http://nwcancerclinic.com/

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HAPO Golf Classic, Canyon Lakes Golf Course Kennewick, WashingtonAll golfers out there are invited to the HAPO Golf Classic on Friday, August 22 from 11:30 in the morning to 1:00 in the afternoon at Canyon Lakes Golf Course 3700 W Canyon Lakes Drive in Kennewick, Washington. Shotgun Starts at 1:00 in the afternoon while dinner and awards will be at 5:00. Putting contest follows right after the awarding ceremonies.

Details of the HAPO Golf Classic
Price per team is $975. This year’s tournament is presented by the HAPO Community Credit Union and features hole-in-one prize opportunities, great tee prizes, delicious food, and so much fun!

For more information please contact Lori Lott, Special Events Coordinator at the Foundation Office at 509-737-3373 or check out their site at…

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Tri-Cities Cancer Center: How Oral Health Effects Overall Health Kennewick WashingtonEveryone is encouraged to go to Tri-Cities Cancer Center on Thursday, August 21 from 12:00 noon to 1:00 in the afternoon for a very educational talk about how oral health can effect overall health. Tri-Cities Cancer Center is located at 7350 W. Deschutes Avenue Kennewick,Washington.

About the Event
Dr. Lee Ostler, DDS will be discussing how oral health may affect the rest of the body on Thursday in Kenewick. Some cancers that has been linked to oral health will be talked about as well. Dr. Ostler, is a cosmetic restorative dentist at The Center for Dental Health in Richland and currently serves as president of The American Academy for Oral Systemic Health. He is a nationally known speaker on the connection between the mouth and body. Lunch is provided…

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Free Presentation – Colorectal Cancer at TCCC in KennewickA couple of years ago, the Centers for Disease Control or CDC reported that while the number of colorectal cancer deaths throughout the United States have drastically gone down in recent years, Washington still ranks number one in the country for the highest rate of colon cancer deaths. The numbers are staggering: 21.1 per 100,000 deaths in Washington, D.C. alone.

Don’t Be Left Behind
This bit of information should prompt everyone to learn more about colorectal cancer especially since this kind of matter is something uncomfortable to deal with.

Fortunately, there will be a free presentation about colorectal cancer on March 25, from 12PM to 1PM, at the Tri Cities Cancer Center – Wellness Center. Luay Ailabouni, MD will preside over the presentation.

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