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Educational programs and early
detection opportunities are key services we
provide as we seek to promote the overall health
and well-being of the residents of Northwest
Arkansas. Hope Cancer Resources provides
programs to increase awareness of high-risk
behaviors, early warning signs, symptoms,
available treatments and support services.
Cancer Prevention Education
We have two health educators who provide
free cancer prevention education to
employers, schools, churches, businesses
and civic organizations in Northwest
Arkansas. Prevention education includes
breast self-examination instruction,
skin wellness, informational seminars on
the basics of cancer and tobacco
cessation. For more information or to
set up a cancer education seminar,
contact Casey Shelor, MS, CHES, CTTS at
479-361-5847 or email
casey.shelor@hopecancerresources.org
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Sandy Prince,
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Casey Shelor, M.S., CHES |
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Save-A-Life Cancer Screening Program
Our Save-A-Life program provides
assistance for screening and diagnostic
tests for breast, cervical, colorectal,
prostate and skin cancers with a
physician’s referral for the uninsured
or under-insured; providing access to
early detection, offering a better
chance for a cure. We will process the
application for assistance through the
Save-A-Life program and guide patients
through the health care system to help
prevent and eliminate barriers to
quality care and treatment. For more
information, contact Christina Bostian
at 479-361-5847 or
christina.bostian@hopecancerresources.org
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Christina Bostian
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Hereditary Risk
Assessment
Consultation is available with our
Cancer Education Specialist to discuss
hereditary risk factors for pertinent
cancers.
Breast Cancer –
the American Society of Clinical
Oncology recommends that anyone with
early onset of breast cancer (before the
age of 50) have a BRCA analysis. Hope
Cancer Resources provides access to
breast cancer genetic testing for those
who are uninsured or under-insured.
Colorectal Cancer
– anyone with a personal or family
history of
- Colorectal cancer
prior to age 50, or
- Endometrial
(uterine) cancer prior to age 50, or
- 5 or more
colorectal polyps (growths),
diagnosed over one or more exams, OR
- More than one
related cancer* in an individual or
family.
*colorectal,
endometrial (uterine), gastric
(stomach) and ovarian
The risk assessment
consultation is provided by Hope Cancer
Resources at no cost.
For more information or to set up a
personal and confidential appointment,
contact Sandy Prince at 479-361-5847 or
sandy.prince@hopecancerresources.org
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The Cancer Education and Prevention programs are
supported in part by the Cancer Challenge, Susan
G. Komen for the Cure-Ozark Affiliate and the
Pat and Willard Walker Charitable Foundation.
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