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Tomorrow is the day for Wellness on the Block at Academy Park High School from 11am-4pm! A performance from the 76ers dance team & drumline (11:30), 20 free health screenings and resources with raffles, and free Mr. Softee (12-3) are just a few reasons to bring the whole family!

Got plans Saturday? If not, come stop by for free prostate and colorectal cancer screenings! There will also be specialists from the Penn Memory Center, Neurology, the Mobile CPR Project , bladder health, and vision with education and free screenings! redcap.med.upenn.edu/surveys/?s=C7Y…

What is the Colorectal Cancer Screening Program? This program distributes free take-home-and-mail-in colorectal cancer screening kits as well as educational resources to aid in colorectal cancer awareness. If you are an individual aged 45-75, join us at one of our next events!

Cancer is a difficult diagnosis, especially for a young mother like Princess Kate. With some cancers rising in younger adults, it is important to remember it can affect anyone and can develop silently. Cancer is a personal battle, and often, it is uncomfortable to discuss. We applaud Princess Kate for opening up about her diagnosis and treatment, and we stand with her and the royal family as they navigate this path.

Is there anything you wish you knew before you started chemo? Learn from people’s experiences about this on our forum forum.breastcancernow.org/t/what-you-wis…

Researchers at our research centre at @ICR_London have discovered a new immunotherapy approach that targets non-cancer cells. They found that targeting a protein called endosialin disrupts the tumour's blood supply and can hinder its growth and spread. breastcancernow.org/about-us/resea…

I back @BreastCancerNow’s breast screening awareness campaign. An estimated 1,300 lives from breast cancer could be saved every year in the UK through screening. There is #NoTimeToWaste - we need to improve the uptake of breast screenings.

Here’s to the wonders of science on #NationalScienceDay! From groundbreaking research to impactful initiatives, let’s honor the spirit of discovery and progress together!

The AACR recently posted the 2024 Colorectal Cancer Statistics. Check them out by clicking the link: aacr.org/patients-careg…

Black men are also more than twice as likely to die from prostate cancer than any other race. Penn Medicine has partnered with the Philadelphia Flyers to provide free prostate cancer screenings and education to Philly and surrounding areas to help combat this social disparity.

Lazarex Cancer Foundation’s IMPACT program can help cover the cost of travel to your cancer clinical trial! Scan the QR code to learn more about cancer clinical trials at Penn Medicine.

Did you know that March 1st marks the beginning of Colorectal Cancer Awareness month? Stay tuned for more information throughout the month of March!

Did you know that Penn Medicine offers FREE breast cancer screenings? If you are an uninsured/underinsured woman above the age of 40, this is your sign to get your free mammogram at Penn Med! There is no better medicine than prevention. Send this to 3 women in your life!

Welcome to the official page for the Abramson Cancer Center Community Outreach & Engagement! Follow along here and on our other platforms to stay updated on our community events, interviews with team members, and cancer prevention education!