(KBTV) – June is National Cancer Survivors Month.
Millions of survivors are recognized during the month. Piedmont Macon is hosting various events to celebrate survivors and connect with the community.
- Cancer survivors will be recognized with purple ribbons on the Cancer Survivor Tree of Hope. Patients, their families and employees can write the name of a cancer survivor – or in memory of someone who was lost to cancer – on a ribbon, which will be tied to a tree in front of Building C.
- A Cancer Survivor Celebration is scheduled for Wednesday, June 4 at 1 p.m. in the Cancer Center Classroom, 330 Hospital Drive, Building C, Suite 120. This is a special Stronger Together Support Group celebration for cancer survivors that will include a drum circle experience with Dr. Gloria Cisse and Rodney Mason from The Southern Center for Choice Theory in Macon.
- A “Healthy Eating and Cancer Treatment” class is scheduled from 10 to 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 12 in the Cancer Center. Presented by a registered dietitian from the hospital, the class includes information on maintaining a healthy weight, following a healthy diet and staying physically active. A live food preparation and tasting will follow the presentation.
KBTV’s Dr. Karlisha Booze talked with Kimberly Lewis, who is the manager for Oncology Services, about the topic and dives into common types being seen in the population as well as challenges patients face after treatment. To watch the full interview, click here.
Anyone looking to attend any of the events can RSVP by calling call 478.765.4805.
Karli Bee TV 