Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Alexandria

07/26/2025

🩺 Take the next step toward protecting your health.

Cancer is most treatable when caught early — and we’re bringing FREE SCREENINGS straight to your community to help make that possible. Whether it’s your first screening or you’re a screening pro, we’re here for you. 💛

Upcoming Screening Dates:

📍 GRAMERCY: Winn-Dixie, July 30 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal, and skin

Don’t wait — screenings are free, easy and potentially life-saving. 🎗️

🔗 Visit marybird.com/get-screened to learn more.

07/24/2025

💈Our Fall 2025 Barbershop Bashes are coming to a community near you!

Mary Bird Perkins is bringing free prostate and colorectal cancer screenings, biometric checks, health vendors, food, and music straight to the barbershop, because taking care of your health should be easy.

📍Fall 2025 Dates and Locations:
📅 Baton Rouge – August 23 at Webb's Barbershop
📅 Morgan City – September 13 at Skinner's Barbershop
📅 Natchez, MS – November 15 at Don and Son's Barbershop
📅 Monroe – December 6 at Cloyd's Barber School

These events are free, fun, and focused on health. Bring your crew and take charge of your wellness!

🔗 Learn more at: marybird.org/barbershopbash

07/19/2025

🩺 Take the next step toward protecting your health.

Cancer is most treatable when caught early — and we’re bringing FREE SCREENINGS straight to your community to help make that possible. Whether it’s your first screening or you’re a screening pro, we’re here for you. 💛

Upcoming Screening Dates:

📍 GONZALES: St. Theresa of Avila Catholic Church, July 22 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal, skin and prostate
📍COVINGTON: ❌CANCELED: Shops of 21, July 22 at 9 a.m. – Breast and colorectal
📍CLINTON: RKM Primary Care, July 23 at 9 a.m. – Breast and colorectal
📍BATON ROUGE: George’s Place, July 24 at 5 p.m. – Colorectal, oral, prostate and skin

Don’t wait — screenings are free, easy and potentially life-saving. 🎗️

🔗 Visit marybird.com/get-screened to learn more.

07/12/2025

🩺 Take the next step toward protecting your health.

Cancer is most treatable when caught early — and we’re bringing FREE SCREENINGS straight to your community to help make that possible. Whether it’s your first screening or you’re a screening pro, we’re here for you. 💛

Upcoming Screening Dates:

📍 BATON ROUGE: Woman’s Hospital, July 15 at 4:30 p.m. – Breast and colorectal
📍 LORANGER: RKM Primary Care, July 18 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal and skin
📍 HAMMOND: Hammond Primary Care, July 19 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal and skin

Don’t wait — screenings are free, easy and potentially life-saving. 🎗️

🔗 Visit marybird.com/get-screened to learn more.

07/11/2025

☀️ Summer sun is here—are you protected?

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the U.S., but it's also one of the most preventable. Learn how to safeguard yourself and your loved ones from harmful UV rays while still enjoying the outdoors.

From sunscreen tips to early warning signs, our latest blog gives you everything you need to stay safe this summer.

🔗 Read more now: https://bit.ly/3IDrtq8

Mary Bird Perkins’ Prevention On the Go (POGO) offers free skin cancer screenings in towns and cities throughout Louisiana and southwest Mississippi. Want to

07/10/2025

📸 Untie the Ribbons 2025: Roots of Wellness 🌿

Last month, we were honored to host our annual Untie the Ribbons educational event at Greater King David Baptist Church, Baton Rouge , with this year’s theme focused on "Roots of Wellness." 🌱

We explored the powerful connection between genetics, family history, and cancer, and heard inspiring and informative messages from:
🩺 Dr. Constance Blunt (Mary Bird Perkins)
🔬 Dr. Jennifer Caldwell (Pennington Biomedical Research Center)
💪 Chris Hitchens, cancer survivor and advocate

More than 40 community members joined us for this empowering evening, with the opportunity to engage with local health vendors, connect with others, and learn valuable tools for wellness and prevention.

🙏 Special thanks to our incredible sponsors, ExxonMobil Baton Rouge and the Kay Yow Cancer Fund, for supporting this impactful event.

Together, we’re growing healthier communities — from the roots up. 💜

07/08/2025

💈 That’s a wrap on Barbershop Bash Northshore! 💈

If you missed it, you missed out!

From lifesaving cancer screenings to local health resources, music, food, and family fun, this event brought the community together in a powerful way. 💪

Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a big thank you to United Health Foundation for sponsoring this important event.

Couldn’t make it? Visit marybird.org/get-screened to learn more about upcoming screenings and events.

07/05/2025

🩺 Take the next step toward protecting your health.

Cancer is most treatable when caught early — and we’re bringing FREE SCREENINGS straight to your community to help make that possible. Whether it’s your first screening or you’re a screening pro, we’re here for you. 💛

Upcoming Screening Dates:

📍 BATON ROUGE: Star Hill Baptist Church, July 8 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal and skin
📍 WALKER: Stine Home & Yard, July 9 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal and skin
📍 GREENSBURG: St. Helena College & Career Academy, July 11 at 9 a.m. – Breast, colorectal and skin

Don’t wait — screenings are free, easy and potentially life-saving. 🎗️

🔗 Visit marybird.com/get-screened to learn more.

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from all of us at Mary Bird Perkins! ❤️🤍💙

Celebrate with sunshine and fireworks, and don’t forget to protect the skin you’re in. ☀️

Skin cancer is one of the most preventable cancers. Here’s how you can reduce your risk while enjoying the outdoors:

🔹 Always use a broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30.
🔹 Apply 1 ounce (about a shot glass full) of sunscreen each time.
🔹 Reapply every 2 hours, or after swimming or sweating.
🔹 Wear sun-protective clothing, a wide-brimmed hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.
🔹 Stay in the shade when possible and avoid peak sun hours (10 AM–4 PM).

This Fourth of July, protect your skin—because every layer of protection matters.
Stay safe, stay sun smart, and enjoy the holiday! 🎇

07/02/2025

Baton Rouge Pride was our destination this past weekend, where we connected with participants to share the importance of early cancer detection and provide screening information to the community.
Our inflatable colon helped spark important conversations around colorectal cancer awareness, reminding attendees that getting screened can save lives.
Mary Bird Perkins provides free cancer screenings year-round to underserved communities and minority populations. These vital services are made possible through the generosity of community giving.
📍See when we’ll be in your neighborhood: marybird.org/get-screened

07/01/2025

Power comes with community.

Mary Bird Perkins’ support groups and wellness classes are here to help you connect with others, share your journey, and find hope and healing together.

Take a look at this month’s opportunities for support:

Gonzales:
• Mindful Chair Yoga – Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.
• Support Group – Tuesdays at 1 p.m. 🤝
• Healing Arts Workshop: Times Two – Monday, July 14, 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. 🎨

Covington:
• Veterans Combating Cancer – Thursdays: July 3 and July 17 at 9 a.m.
• Chair Yoga & Meditation – Thursdays at 1 p.m. 🧘‍♀️
• Meditation Class – Tuesdays: July 1 and June 15 at 9:30 a.m.
• Breast Support Group for African American Women – Mondays: July 14 and July 28 at 6 p.m. 💕
• Breast Support Group – 1st & 3rd Wednesdays at 12 p.m.
• Tai Chi Class – Tuesdays at 5 p.m.
• Facing Cancer Together – Wednesdays: July 9 and July 23 at 12 p.m.

Baton Rouge:
• Metastatic (Stage IV) Cancer Support Group – Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
• Cancer Support Group – Fridays at 10 a.m. 🎗️
• Guided Movement for Wellness – Elena Keegan – Monday, July 7 at 10 a.m.

Houma:
• Together We Can – 3rd Wednesday of each month 🤝

For more details or to join a group, visit marybird.org/survivorship.

06/30/2025

TIP: A healthier future starts with the choices you make today.

Dr. Varnado, medical oncologist at Mary Bird Perkins, encourages men to ditch the ci******es and reduce alcohol intake.

Why? Because to***co and alcohol are linked to cancers of the liver, lungs, and mouth.

Here are the steps you can take:
✔ Quit smoking (or never start)
✔ Avoid secondhand smoke
✔ Limit alcohol to 2 drinks per day

Your health is worth protecting.