Pictured: Shana Fair, Speaker Host; Jen Fannin, Manager of Cancer Registry Services at Southeastern Med; and Oziel Jeffries, Byesville Rotary President Elect.
Jen Fannin, Manager of the Cancer Registry Services at Southeastern Med, explained that part of her job is to collect cancer data and track cancer patients in Guernsey County. She reassured club members that all patient information gathered is confidential.
Fannin reported that about 200 new cancer cases are diagnosed every year in Guernsey County. The most common diagnoses are breast, colon and lung. Southeastern Med is working to make a difference in cancer patient outcomes by being proactive in providing in screening for breast and colon cancer.
Southeastern Med offers free colonoscopy screenings based on income. Some patients qualify for a free colonoscopy while others will pay only a small per cent of the cost. At present, Southeastern Med is holding contest to give away a free colonoscopy. This contest is open to everyone no matter what their income. The drawing will be Monday, May 14. Registration forms are available in the hospital lobby.
The Power Me Pink Project, allows Southeastern Med to offer free clinical breast exams and mammograms to low income women. This program, which is funded by the Komen organization, provides about 30 free screenings a month. Additionally, Southeastern Med would like to begin providing screening for skin cancer.
Fannin said that people diagnosed with cancer often, “…feel alone and angry and are affected by feelings of grief.” She pointed out the Cancer Committee at Southeastern Med is dedicated to providing spiritual and emotional support to cancer patients, their caregivers, and friends. They have established several groups aimed at helping anyone affected by cancer.
Fannin and Nancy Neff are co-facilitators for the Cancer Copers group which meets every 2ed Thursday of the month at 6:00pm at the Community Health Link. Each month different speakers discuss a topic related to cancer. This group welcomes walk-ins and everyone affected by cancer. The Breast Cancer Support Group, facilitated by Deb Leonard, meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6:00pm at the community Health Link.
Fannin pointed out that if people are not comfortable joining a group, they can ask to talk to someone on a one to one basis. Cancer patients are matched with a cancer survivor who is willing to share his or her experience. Southeastern Med also hosts a Cancer Resource Center which is open daily and provides all kinds of free information about cancer.
Byesville Rotary meets every Tuesday, 7:30 am, at the Stop Nine Senior Center at 60313 (GPS use 60299) Southgate Road, Byesville. Anyone interested in learning more about the Byesville Rotary is welcome to attend a meeting or call 740-685-3828, or 740-685-8294
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