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NANTICOKE CANCER CARE CENTER PARTICIPATES IN NATIONAL CANCER SURVIVORS DAY
Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Cancer Care Center’s “Celebration of Life” event was a huge success in giving voices to many of people who have been touched by cancer. The event commemorated National Cancer Survivors Day, the world’s largest cancer survivor event. Hundreds of communities worldwide joined in celebrating life as part of the 23rd annual National Cancer Survivors Day. Cancer survivors, caregivers, family members, friends, and healthcare professionals united in this symbolic event to show the world that life after a cancer diagnosis can be a reality. Over 200 people attended Nanticoke’s luncheon at the Blades Fire Hall.
The musical entertainment was provided by Sussex Technical High School’s Bella Voce Choir, under the direction of Sarah Rose. Local survivors, Lori Dalton and Lona Elliott, spoke about their personal journeys. Several survivors in the audience also shared their own stories.
“Cancer survivors are an inspiration to all of us. From the moment someone learns that they have cancer they are a survivor,” says Terri Clifton, MS, NCC, National Cancer Survivors Day Coordinator for Nanticoke Health Services. “It is an honor to have the opportunity to be part of such an uplifting celebration.”
For more information about National Cancer Survivors Day or cancer screening at Nanticoke Memorial Hospital, contact the Cancer Care Coordinator, Terri Clifton, MS, NCC at (302) 629-6611, extension 2577.
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