Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths among American men and women. Here are some tips, risks factors and symptoms to know.

Colorectal cancer is the third leading cause of cancer-related deaths among American men and women. Here are some tips, risks factors and symptoms to know.

Simmons Cancer Institute will provide free colorectal cancer screening kits to area residents at a drive-thru event from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19.

Simmons Cancer Institute will provide free colorectal cancer screening kits to area residents at a drive-thru event from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 4 - 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 19.

View the finest works from neighborhood artists ages 5 - 10 at the Enos Elementary Art Exhibit. The annual student showcase runs March 12 - 27 in the Medical Library, 801 N. Rutledge, 4th Floor. A reception will be held there at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, March 27, to celebrate the young artists.

View the finest works from neighborhood artists ages 5 - 10 at the Enos Elementary Art Exhibit. The annual student showcase runs March 12 - 27 in the Medical Library, 801 N. Rutledge, 4th Floor. A reception will be held there at 4:30 p.m., Thursday, March 27, to celebrate the young artists.

Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine is distributing no-cost colorectal cancer screening kits that area residents can use in the privacy of their homes. A drive-thru give-away will be held on Wednesday, March 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the lunchtime crowd, and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for the evening crowd. Participants can pull into the circle drive located at 315 West Carpenter Street and remain in their vehicle while a kit is brought to them. Each person is allowed one kit and the kit's return shipping will be sponsored so there's no cost to the patient. Kits must be returned within 10 days

Simmons Cancer Institute at SIU Medicine is distributing no-cost colorectal cancer screening kits that area residents can use in the privacy of their homes. A drive-thru give-away will be held on Wednesday, March 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for the lunchtime crowd, and 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. for the evening crowd. Participants can pull into the circle drive located at 315 West Carpenter Street and remain in their vehicle while a kit is brought to them. Each person is allowed one kit and the kit's return shipping will be sponsored so there's no cost to the patient. Kits must be returned within 10 days

Simmons Cancer Institute (SCI) at SIU Medicine invites the community to participate in its annual butterfly release, a meaningful tribute to honor the living and commemorate the memory of loved ones. Individuals may sponsor a butterfly in someone's name as a symbol of remembrance or celebration. The ceremony will feature the public reading of names, accompanied by music, inspirational reflections and the graceful release of butterflies. The emergence of a butterfly signifies the renewal of life, while its flight serves as a powerful symbol of freedom and joy. Save the Date - Saturday, June 21