East Georgia Cancer Coalition

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East Georgia Cancer Coalition

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The EGCC is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization uniting cancer resources across 53 counties in east GA

East Georgia Cancer Coalition serves 53 counties in Georgia. Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in GA and our region accounts for 55.9% of Georgia's cancer related deaths. In order to ensure that our community is receiving sufficient cancer support and education we give presentations on prevalent cancer types, advocate for preventative screenings, disseminate health messages in the community, and refer individuals to relevant resources. Please tell your friends about the EGCC and "Like" our page for updated information regarding programs in the community and daily health tips and advice from our health education specialists. Please visit our web page eastgeorgiacancercoalition.org and click on the "Donate Now" icon at the bottom of the page if you would like to donate to our organization.

11/02/2026

November is lung cancer awareness month. Lung cancer happens when cells in the lung grow out of control and form tumors.

10/31/2026

Heavy alcohol use, smoking, and obesity can increase your risk for liver cancer. Making healthy lifestyle changes and getting screened regularly for cancer can help prevent diagnoses of advanced stages of cancer.

10/29/2026

Causes and risk factors of liver cancer include long-term infection with Hepatitis B or Hepatitis C viruses, Cirrhosis (scarring of the liver) from any cause, type 2 diabetes, and nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (MASLD).

10/26/2026

There are usually no noticeable symptoms in the early stages of liver cancer. In the advance stages, people may experience unexplained weight loss, loss of appetite, and upper right abdominal pain. Other signs may include fatigue, swelling in the abdomen, yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice), and nausea. Talk to your doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms.

10/24/2026

October is liver cancer awareness month! Liver cancer begins when abnormal cells grow out of control in the liver, with Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC) being the most common primary type in adults.

10/22/2026

Common signs and symptoms of breast cancer include an unexplained change in the overall size, contour, or shape of one breast and/or changes to the ni**le including the ni**le suddenly turning inward (becomes inverted), looking flattened, or experiencing ni**le discharge or a persistent rash, crusting, itching, or burning.

10/19/2026

Common signs and symptoms of breast cancer include skin changes on the breast such as dimpling, puckering, or skin looking like an orange peel (called peau d'orange). You may also notice redness, scaling, or flaking skin.

10/17/2026

Common signs and symptoms of breast cancer include a new lump, mass, or thickened area of tissue in the breast, upper chest, or underarm that feels different from the rest of the breast. If you are experiencing this symptom, talk to your doctor about getting screened for breast cancer!

10/15/2026

When caught in localized stages, the 5-year relative survival rate is over 99%. Early detection is essential! Talk to your doctor about getting screened for breast cancer.

10/14/2026

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Address

315 Riverbend Road, Ste 3006
Athens, GA
30602

Website

http://www.eastgeorgiacancercoalition.org/

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