Since 2008, our mission has been to reduce and/or eliminate barriers to screening, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. UNTIL there is a cure for cancer, Kentuckians need help TODAY!

KCL Voice March 2019 www.kycancerlink.org

KCL can provide a FREE at-home colon screening FIT Kit for ages 50 and over (or younger with significant family history) and if you have not had a colonoscopy in the last 5 years. Talk with your doctor about colon cancer screening! Call us at 859-309-1700 for more information.

Updated Patient Services Room

Due to the generosity of a local breast cancer survivor, Casey Sturgeon, our Patient Services Room has a touch of elegance. She wanted to give to our organization and was touched by the services that we provide via our Patient Services Room. We are able to provide wigs, post-mastectomy bras and prosthesis, and lymphedema garments* at no cost to the patient. We are so thankful for Casey's talent and generosity! A special thanks to Sandy and Mily Ralsten for donating the lighted mirror. Thanks to KCL intern, Maddy Holloway for her hard work in making this a possibility and organizing the space. Wallpaper work done by Bob Banker. www.wallcoveringartisan.com

Kentucky CancerLink has started utilizing UBER Health for patients in need of transportation to and from cancer-related medical appointments. We are currently seeking community partnerships to help provide funding for this effort! Transportation continues to be the overwhelming, number one request for Kentuckians in cancer treatment. Call 859-309-1700 if you are able to help! Marketing opportunities available!

Kentucky CancerLink's Programs are only possible due to funding from individuals and Community Partners! We appreciate your support!

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Upcoming Partner Screening Events

Saturday, April 27, 2019 Free Screening Mammogram appointments are available for ladies 40 and older. Please contact Kentucky CancerLink to schedule your appointment! 859-309-1700 Thank you to UK HealthCare Markey Cancer Center for this partnership to provide access to screening!

Out and About . . . Let's Talk Colon Cancer Screening

Vicki and Melissa took a road trip to Owensboro Health Regional Hospital to work with hospital staff and the Kentucky Cancer Program to provide education on colorectal cancer and provided free take-home FIT kits to those who were eligible. Melissa and KCL intern, Maddy, spent time with Kyndra Martin, CHI Saint Joseph East Survivorship Navigator, to provide education and access to screening. Kim Blakeman, KCL Patient Navigator, teamed up with Julie Steffey, Manager of Oncology Support Services at CHI St. Joe Main.

Toni attended a health awareness night at the Regional Boys Basketball Tournament at the Corbin Arena! It was a fun evening with Jeff from KCP and Baptist Health nursing staff.

Melissa attended the St. Matthew A.M.E. Church Health Fair at the invitation of Eugenia Johnson-Smith. It was a pleasure being a part of this great community event!

Mark Your Calendars! 2019 Events

A Race Like No Other! Saturday, March 23 Visit the link HERE to find out more information and register your team for this 3rd Annual Quarter Horse Marathon Relay! We appreciate RaceRise and their partnership in this fundraising effort for Kentucky CancerLink! Melissa Karrer and Bob Baney (RaceRise) visited with Barbara and Bill to talk about the Quarter Horse Marathon Relay and the mission of Kentucky CancerLink! Grateful for an amazing partnership! Join us for a GREAT day!

Thank you to our Quarter Horse Marathon Relay Sponsors!

More information and team registration available HERE!

Thank you to our 6th Annual Kentucky CancerLink Golf Scramble Sponsors!

2nd Annual Race Against Cancer A Derby Eve Party

Unfortunately, due to the unusual amounts of rain we have received this year, the outdoor space of the venue has been compromised. The 2nd Annual Race Against Cancer - A Derby Eve party, has been cancelled. We apologize for any inconvenience Thank you for your understanding.

Kentucky CancerLink 2425 Regency Road, Suite B Lexington, KY 40503 Office: 859-309-1700 Toll Free: 877-597-4655

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