East Georgia Cancer Coalition

East Georgia Cancer Coalition The EGCC is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit organization uniting cancer resources across 53 counties in east GA

East Georgia Cancer Coalition serves 53 counties in Georgia. Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in GA and our region accounts for 55.9% of Georgia's cancer related deaths. In order to ensure that our community is receiving sufficient cancer support and education we give presentations on prevalent cancer types, advocate for preventative screenings, disseminate health messages in the community, and refer individuals to relevant resources. Please tell your friends about the EGCC and "Like" our page for updated information regarding programs in the community and daily health tips and advice from our health education specialists. Please visit our web page eastgeorgiacancercoalition.org and click on the "Donate Now" icon at the bottom of the page if you would like to donate to our organization.

10/18/2025

Did you know: Liver cancer is the fifth most common cancer worldwide and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in men.

10/16/2025

Symptoms of breast cancer include a lump in the breast, bloody discharge from the ni**le, and changes in the shape or texture of the ni**le or breast. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms, schedule an appointment with your doctor.

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10/15/2025

A hearty roasted butternut squash soup with Yukon potatoes, sweet potatoes, onion, carrot, and celery. This dish is easy to prepare. Visit Hearty At Home for more easy recipes! Every click, pin & share helps fight cancer

A hearty roasted butternut squash soup with Yukon potatoes, sweet potatoes, onion, carrot, and celery. This dish is easy to prepare.

10/13/2025

Did you know: Men can develop breast cancer. This is because they also have breast tissue. Less than 1% of all breast cancers occur in men.

10/11/2025

Despite progress, breast cancer remains a leading cause of cancer death in women under 50. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women in the U.S. (after non-melanoma skin cancer) and the second-leading cause of cancer death after lung cancer.

10/09/2025

Early detection significantly improves breast cancer outcomes, with high survival rates for localized cancers. Getting screened for breast cancer on a regular basis is essential for early detection. Talk to your doctor about breast cancer screening.

10/06/2025

Key risk factors of breast cancer include increasing age, family history, certain inherited gene mutations, obesity, alcohol use, and to***co use. Talk to your doctor about your risk for breast cancer!

10/04/2025

October is liver cancer awareness month. Liver cancer is a malignant tumor that originates in the liver.

10/02/2025

October is breast cancer awareness month. Breast cancer is a common cancer in the U.S. affecting primarily women, though men can also develop it.

09/29/2025

Risk factors for uterine caner include increasing age, obesity, a high-fat diet, certain genetic disorders like Lynch syndrome, and hormonal exposures such as longer exposure to estrogen without the balancing effect of progesterone.

09/27/2025

Key symptoms of uterine cancer includes abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, and discharge. If you are experiencing these symptoms, talk to your gynecologist about getting screened.

09/25/2025

September is uterine cancer awareness month. Uterine cancer is more commonly known as endometrial cancer, and is a gynecological cancer affecting the uterus (womb).

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315 Riverbend Road, Ste 3006
Athens, GA
30602

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East Georgia Cancer Coalition serves 53 counties in Georgia. Cancer is the 2nd leading cause of death in GA and our region accounts for 55.9% of Georgia's cancer related deaths. In order to ensure that our community is receiving sufficient cancer support and education we give presentations on prevalent cancer types, advocate for preventative screenings, disseminate health messages in the community, and refer individuals to relevant resources. Please tell your friends about the EGCC and "Like" our page for updated information regarding programs in the community and daily health tips and advice from our health education specialists. Please visit our web page eastgeorgiacancer.org and click on the "Donate Now" icon at the bottom of the page if you would like to donate to our organization.