Grand Lake Regional Cancer Center

08/19/2025

⛳️ Take a Swing at Pediatric Cancer! ⛳️
On August 22, 2025, at Safari Golf Club in Powell, OH, there is a day of golf, fun, and fundraising—all to benefit The Cure Starts Now, honoring the lives of Elena Desserich, Ayla Slivka, and Harleigh Vanhorn.

📍 Safari Golf Club
🗓️ Friday, August 22, 2025
⏰ Shotgun start at 1:00 PM (Registration opens at Noon)
🎉 19th Hole Bash begins at 6:00 PM

Try your shot at a $10,000 prize for hole in one at our specially marked hole.

Event details and registration can be found here: https://oncourseforeacure.org/

💛 Proceeds support pediatric cancer research, especially for DIPG, a rare and devastating brain cancer.

Join us as we take a swing at cancer! Proceeds benefit pediatric cancer research in honor and celebration of Elena Desserich, Ayla Slivka, and Harleigh Vanhorn, three incredible young girls whose lives were cut short because of a form of brain cancer called DIPG. Hole in one competition, putting com...

08/18/2025

A hopeful mindset can lift you through the hardest moments. Focus on your inner strength, and let it guide you toward healing and growth.

08/17/2025

To the caregivers out there, your strength and dedication make a world of difference. For those of you who have cared for a loved one with cancer, what advice do you have for others in a similar role?

Whether it’s finding balance, knowing when to ask for help, or staying patient, your wisdom is invaluable.

08/16/2025

Despite early tests showing no cause for concern, Olivia Munn was later diagnosed with an aggressive form of breast cancer at just 43 years old.

Since then, she’s faced multiple surgeries — including a double mastectomy and hysterectomy — and undergone hormone suppression therapy, all while choosing to freeze her eggs for the future.

Read More: https://www.nbc.com/nbc-insider/olivia-munn-breast-cancer-bcra-score

Olivia Munn has been raising breast cancer awareness since her own diagnosis in 2023, including a simple assessment risk test she says saved her life.

08/15/2025

Radiation treatments are painless. Most patients hear a buzzing noise when the machine is turned on and treatment is being received.

08/14/2025

🌟 Finding the right care is the first step in your journey. At Grand Lake Regional Cancer Center, we offer compassionate and individualized cancer care that focuses on you. Get in touch today to learn more.

📞 419-462-9212

08/13/2025

Tip: 🤲 Hand Hygiene
Busy hallways and fairgrounds are hotspots for germs. Keep hand sanitizer on hand and wash up before eating or after touching shared surfaces to help prevent sniffles and stomach bugs this school and fair season.

08/12/2025

Allen County Fair is celebrating the 175th Allen County Fair. Throughout the years, the fair has undergone a tremendous amount of infrastructure changes and expansion.

Festivities will be available for all ages to enjoy August 15th – 23rd 2025.

👏 With one of the finest fair facilities in the state, the fairgrounds are a hub for family-friendly entertainment and community fun.

🗓️ Check out the full event schedule https://allencofair.com/

08/11/2025

Every new day holds fresh possibilities. Trust in your strength, lean on those who care, and look forward to the good that’s still to come.

08/10/2025

Living with cancer or caring for a loved one with cancer can feel overwhelming at times. But positivity can be powerful. What’s one thing that always brightens your day during tough times? Share your positivity tips, whether it’s a favorite hobby, an inspiring song, or a simple routine that helps you stay hopeful.

Let’s support one another with ideas that boost our spirits!

08/09/2025

In our latest blog, we’re sharing practical, encouraging tips to help support your health during treatment—from hydration and rest to gentle movement and nourishment that works for you.

Whether you’re in treatment, a survivor, or supporting a loved one, we invite you to take a few moments and read.

🔗 Read the full blog here:https://grandlakeregionalcancercenter.org/nutrition-and-wellness-tips-for-cancer-patients/

At Grand Lake Regional Cancer Center (GLRCC), we know that every cancer journey is different. That’s why we emphasize care on an individualized basis—including how you nourish your body and mind throughout treatment. While there’s no universal “cancer diet,” there are general wellness tips...

08/08/2025

This type of radiation is generated by the linear accelerator so you will not be radioactive. When the machine is off, no radiation is present and it does not linger in your body. You may be around friends and family without any concern.