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The South Carolina Cancer Alliance is a 501c3 non profit organization, chartered in 2003. We are the official organization that is responsible for developing and managing the state's 5 year cancer plan. Our success is due in part to our strong network of community partners, like the SC state government, hospitals, colleges/ university, cancer center and public and private corporations.

Caring for someone through cancer can be rewarding, exhausting, emotional, and everything in between. Caregivers deserve...
10/14/2026

Caring for someone through cancer can be rewarding, exhausting, emotional, and everything in between. Caregivers deserve support too. Checking on the caregiver, offering practical help, or connecting them with resources can make a meaningful difference.

Knowing your family’s cancer history can give you valuable information to share with your healthcare provider. Ask relat...
10/12/2026

Knowing your family’s cancer history can give you valuable information to share with your healthcare provider. Ask relatives what they know and keep a record you can update over time.

Join the Best Chance Network for Our Next Virtual Lunch & LearnNo RSVP is required. Just grab your lunch and join us onl...
10/12/2026

Join the Best Chance Network for Our Next Virtual Lunch & Learn

No RSVP is required. Just grab your lunch and join us online!

Topic: Know Your Family Breast Cancer History
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

About This Event

Knowing your family breast cancer history helps women understand their personal risk and take proactive steps toward early detection. Family history can guide healthcare providers in recommending earlier or more frequent screenings, genetic counseling, or other preventive measures. Early awareness leads to earlier action, which can improve outcomes and save lives. Sharing and updating family health information empowers women to make informed decisions about their health.

Speaker
Bridgette Aufmuth, MS, CGC
Licensed Genetic Counselor
Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Institute-Pelham

The meeting link and dial-in information will be posted in the comments.

We hope you'll join us for this important discussion on breast cancer awareness and family health history.

“Every mammogram is a step toward empowerment... take charge and do it!” - Best Chance Network Nurse Navigation team.Oct...
10/12/2026

“Every mammogram is a step toward empowerment... take charge and do it!” - Best Chance Network Nurse Navigation team.

October reminds us that early detection can save lives. During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we encourage you to prioritize your health, support the women you love, and help spread the message of prevention and strength. For more information about the Best Chance Network, South Carolina’s breast and cervical cancer screening program, visit link in comments

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10/12/2026

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Where someone lives can affect the resources and healthcare available to them. Improving access to cancer prevention, sc...
10/09/2026

Where someone lives can affect the resources and healthcare available to them. Improving access to cancer prevention, screening, information, treatment, and support is an important part of reducing cancer’s impact across South Carolina communities.

Milestones can look different throughout the cancer journey. Starting treatment, finishing treatment, receiving encoura...
10/07/2026

Milestones can look different throughout the cancer journey.

Starting treatment, finishing treatment, receiving encouraging news, returning to a favorite activity, or simply making it through a difficult day. Each moment can carry meaning. Take time to recognize how far you’ve come.

10/07/2026

What will it take to reduce the impact of cancer across South Carolina?

At the 9th Annual Live Healthy SC Conference, Nicole Echols and Dr. Vinita Leedom of the South Carolina Cancer Alliance will share practical ways organizations and communities can help move cancer prevention, early detection, treatment, and survivorship efforts forward.

The conversation will focus on turning statewide priorities into action through stronger education, outreach, referral pathways, data, and collaboration.

Attendees will leave with ideas they can apply to help strengthen support, improve outcomes, and reduce the burden of cancer across South Carolina.

Tickets are selling fast, so register today! https://healthiersc.org/lhsc-2026

Your health deserves time on your calendar, too. Whether it’s scheduling an overdue appointment, asking about a screenin...
10/05/2026

Your health deserves time on your calendar, too. Whether it’s scheduling an overdue appointment, asking about a screening, checking in with your healthcare provider, or making one healthy change, choose one thing you can do for your health today.

South Carolina’s Best Chance Network Nurse Navigation Manager Gloria Foster says, “Screening isn't just a test- it's hop...
10/05/2026

South Carolina’s Best Chance Network Nurse Navigation Manager Gloria Foster says, “Screening isn't just a test- it's hope, strength, and self-love in action!” Remember to schedule your mammogram this month! For more information about the Best Chance Network, visit Best Chance Network

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1800 St. Julian’s Place, Suite 301
Columbia, SC
29204

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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