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LPGA Check Presentation

The Just for You Boutique at Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU was one of the recipients today of funds raised by the LPGA State Farm Classic. Katherine Howerter, the American Cancer Society Patient Navigator for SCI and Andrew Wilber, Ph.D. accepted the check at a 10 a.m. news conference at Panther Creek Country Club. The boutique provides prostheses, mastectomy bras and other supplies -- at no cost -- to uninsured, under-insured and under-served women.

New laws expand insurance coverage for oral chemo, drug trials
View Article View News Story Insurance Coverage for Oral Chemo, Drug Trials

Singing to keep a promise
J.T. Rodgers belts out tunes in the lobby of Simmons Cancer Center
View Article JT Rodgers Article

The 7th SIU Men's Night Out was another huge success
It attracted almost 700 area men for health screenings and information, dinner, t-shirts and the opportunity to hear Cardinal's legends Bob Gibson and Red Schoendienst.
View photos View MNO Photos

Breast Survivors Recognized at LPGA State Farm Classic
View Article Breast Survivors Recognized

 

State Taps Charity Funds to Pay Its Bills
Donors thought money would help the homeless, the hungry and disease research
Read Article State Taps Charity Funds

 

Have you avoided getting screened for colon cancer because of the cost?
We may be able to help .  More Info Colon Cancer Screening

New Support Groups offered at SCI Read More New Support Groups

Just For You Salon - The salon is open to cancer patients for wigs, scarves, bras, camisoles, and prostheses in the SCI Breast Center in the Simmons Cancer Institute at 315 West Carpenter Street on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. For an appointment call 217.545.7424.

Calling All Volunteers More Information Volunteers Needed
Building Volunteers Needed for Simmons Cancer Institute

Simmons Cancer Institute Newsletter (.pdf)
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SCI is now offering Cancer Wellness Classes read more Wellness Classes

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