Cancer Education and Prevention  

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
Sandy Prince,
MS, CHES
Casey Shelor, M.S., CHES		      
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
 
Christina Bostian
 
 		      
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 
 








 		        


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.