High Desert Cancer Connection

08/02/2026

AUGUST 1st.
🌍 World Lung Cancer Day 🫁

Theme: Breathe Hope. Promote Awareness. Save Lives.

Today, we unite to raise awareness about lung cancer, honour survivors, remember loved ones, and support the millions of individuals and families whose lives have been touched by this disease.

Lung cancer can affect anyone. While smoking is a major risk factor, it is not the only cause. Understanding the warning signs, reducing risk factors, and seeking medical attention when symptoms persist can make a meaningful difference.

🩺 Know the signs:
• Persistent cough
• Shortness of breath
• Chest pain
• Coughing up blood
• Unexplained weight loss
• Ongoing fatigue

Early detection saves lives. If you or someone you know has persistent symptoms, don't delay seeking medical advice.

Today, let's choose compassion over stigma, knowledge over fear, and hope over silence.

Together, we can breathe hope, promote awareness, and help save lives. 💙

08/01/2026

August is Appendix Cancer Awareness Month.
Though rare, appendix cancer is very real and often misunderstood.

📌 Quick Facts:
– Fewer than 2 people per million are diagnosed each year.
– Often found by accident during appendectomies or scans.
– There are different types, including mucinous adenocarcinoma and goblet cell carcinoma.
– Early detection is tough, but awareness can save lives.

At Pink Warrior Angels, we stand with every rare cancer fighter.
Let’s honor the warriors, raise awareness, and advocate for more research. 💛🎗️

07/22/2026

TODAY'S THE LAST DAY TO NOMINATE!
Today is your final opportunity to nominate High Desert Cancer Connection in the Best of the Desert Community's Choice Awards.

If you believe in our mission of supporting cancer patients, survivors, caregivers, and their families, we'd be honored to receive your nomination for:

• Best Nonprofit Organization

Nominate here: https://yourchoiceawards.com/victorville/

Thank you for your support and for believing in the work we do.

The Best of the Desert Community's Choice Awards celebrates the best businesses and organizations in the Victorville area!

07/20/2026

Wednesday Is the Last Day to Nominate!
There's still time to nominate High Desert Cancer Connection in the Best of the Desert Community's Choice Awards.

If High Desert Cancer Connection has touched your life or supported you, a loved one, or a caregiver during the cancer journey, we'd be honored to receive your nomination for:

• Best Nonprofit Organization

Nominate here: https://yourchoiceawards.com/victorville/

Thank you for supporting our mission of bringing hope, resources, and encouragement to those affected by cancer in our community.

The Best of the Desert Community's Choice Awards celebrates the best businesses and organizations in the Victorville area!

07/17/2026

Nominations Close Wednesday!
We're asking for your support in this year's Best of the Desert Community's Choice Awards.

If High Desert Cancer Connection has touched your life or supported you, a loved one, or a caregiver during the cancer journey, we'd be honored to receive your nomination for:

• Best Nonprofit Organization

Nominate here: https://yourchoiceawards.com/victorville/

Thank you for supporting our mission to provide hope, resources, and encouragement to those impacted by cancer throughout the High Desert.

The Best of the Desert Community's Choice Awards celebrates the best businesses and organizations in the Victorville area!

07/15/2026

REMINDER: Today is Cancer Support Group at 12

07/09/2026

07/06/2026

Weekly Wellness Program🌿

07/06/2026

Healing Strong support group this weekend.

07/01/2026

🎗️ Bone Cancer & Sarcoma Awareness Month | July 1 – July 31

Every journey begins with awareness. This Bone Cancer and Sarcoma Awareness Month, let's stand together to spread knowledge, encourage early detection, and support those courageously fighting these conditions.

Early diagnosis can make a life-changing difference. By raising awareness, supporting research, and showing compassion, we can inspire hope for patients, survivors, and their families.

Together, we can build a future where awareness leads to action and hope leads to healing.

Support. Educate. Advocate. Make a Difference. 💛🎗️