Messino Cancer Centers

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours. Today and every day, we are grateful for the opportunity to care for and learn from our inspiring patients, and to work alongside such compassionate colleagues and partners. Wishing you a beautiful and peaceful holiday.

11/26/2025

Dr. Shantae Lucas, Darlene Boone, RN, CNM, and the Messino team have been hard at work gathering and packing up toy donations for Western North Carolina Toys for Tots to bring smiles to little faces this holiday season! 🎅✨

We're proud to have such compassionate leaders making a difference in both the clinic and the community.

11/24/2025

Family Caregivers Month is celebrated every November to recognize and honor the millions of unpaid family caregivers in the United States who support loved ones with illness, disability, or other needs. Over 53 million Americans provide unpaid care to family members, friends, and neighbors, often while balancing other responsibilities. The Caregiver Action Network is the nationally recognized leader of National Family Caregivers Month and is an excellent resource for caregivers and those who would like to learn more about volunteer and donation opportunities.
Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q03RrzJg0

11/17/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
More than 225,000 Americans will be diagnosed with lung cancer this year. But there is hope. And there is help. The American Lung Association is an excellent resource if you'd like to learn more about the disease, explore educational materials, or learn how to give back via donation or volunteer opportunities. Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q03Rrmrz0

11/13/2025

Looking for a quick and healthy snack to keep you fueled throughout the day?
Who isn't?!
Join AON dietitian Madelyn Wilcox, RD, CSO, LD, as she shows you how to make easy, homemade granola bars that are perfect for life on the go.
Whether you need a grab-and-go breakfast, a midday energy boost, or a post-workout bite, these homemade granola bars make it simple to stay nourished, no matter how busy your schedule gets.
https://hubs.li/Q03T4t_60

Learn how to make easy, homemade granola bars that are perfect for life on the go with just a few simple ingredients.

11/12/2025

November is Stomach Cancer Awareness Month.
More than 30,000 Americans will be diagnosed with stomach cancer this year. But there is hope. And there is help. Hope For Stomach Cancer is an excellent resource if you'd like to learn more about the disease, explore educational materials, or learn how to give back via donation or volunteer opportunities. Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q03Rr36H0

11/11/2025

Today we honor the courage and sacrifice of all who have served. Thank you, veterans, for your courage and dedication.

11/10/2025

This Nurse Practitioner Week, we celebrate the heart of community cancer care: exceptional nurse practitioners who bring skill, compassion, and dedication to every patient they serve. Your commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered oncology care makes a meaningful difference to patients each and every day. Thank you for the vital work you do!

11/04/2025

November is Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.
More than 67,000 Americans will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer this year. But there is hope. And there is help.
The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network (PanCAN) is an excellent resource if you'd like to learn more about the disease, explore educational materials, or learn how to give back via donation or volunteer opportunities.
Learn more here: https://hubs.li/Q03RnsL40

10/31/2025

From our team of ghouls and ghosts to you—
🎃 Happy Halloween! 🎃
Stay safe, enjoy the treats, and don’t let the goblins scare you! 👻

10/29/2025

At Messino Cancer Centers, Dr. Martin Palmeri and our dedicated care team are passionate advocates for our patients—working tirelessly to ensure access to the treatments and support that bring hope and healing. View the recent NBC story.

A health insurance dispute is preventing a North Carolina man from getting a cancer drug his doctors say is necessary.

10/23/2025

****Breast Cancer Awareness Month****
Our Sylva location pinked out to encourage !
Will you with us?
Share a stat, a pic, or a resource, and in the comments. 💗