Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington

05/04/2026

For our first Melanoma Monday, we’re sharing a powerful reminder of why early detection matters. 💛

When Trudie Jarreau visited Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center's Prevention on the Go mobile medical unit for a free mammogram, she never expected that mentioning a small spot on her neck would lead to a diagnosis that could save her life. With support from our team and patient navigation services, she was able to get answers and begin the follow-up care she needed.

🎗️ Her story is a meaningful reminder not to ignore changes in your skin and not to put off getting screened.

📖 Read the blog: https://bit.ly/3ORHQmG

05/01/2026

You never have to go through this alone. ❤️

Our monthly support groups and wellness classes are here to help you feel supported, connected, and guided—wherever you are in your journey.

🔖Save this post to come back to it easily throughout May.

Here’s what’s happening this month across Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center locations:

📍 Baton Rouge
• Metastatic (Stage IV) Cancer Support Group – Tuesdays at 1pm
• Cancer Support Group – Fridays at 10am
• Guided Movement for Wellness – Monday, 5/4 at 10am

📍 Covington
• Tai Chi Class – Every Tuesday at 5pm
• Yoga Class – Every Thursday at 1pm
• Breast Support Group – Wednesdays, 5/6 and 5/20 at 11am
• Veterans Combating Cancer – Thursdays, 5/7 and 5/21 at 9am
• Meditation Class – Tuesdays, 5/5 and 5/19 at 9:30am
• Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer) Support Group – Tuesday, 5/5 at 3pm
• Facing Cancer Together Support Group – Wednesdays, 5/13 and 5/27 at 11am
• Breast Support Group for African American Women – Mondays, 5/11 and 5/25 at 6pm

📍 Gonzales
• Support Group – Tuesdays at 1pm
• Mindful Chair Yoga – Thursdays at 11:30am
• Healing Arts Workshop: Henri Rousseau – 5/11 at 10am

📍 Houma
• Together We Can – 3rd Wednesday of every month

📍 CENLA (Virtual)
• Virtual Cancer Support Group – Thursday, 5/14 at 1pm

Are you looking for connection, movement, or a space to talk? There’s something here for you. 💖

05/01/2026

May is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, and throughout the month, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center will be sharing important reminders about skin cancer prevention, early detection and opportunities to get screened. ☀️💜

Be sure to follow along on Mondays in May as we spotlight Melanoma Monday and help connect our communities with information and resources that could make a difference.

We’re also kicking off the month with free skin cancer screenings on Monday, May 4 in:
📍 LaPlace — CashSaver | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
📍 Winnsboro — Mustang Lucy Cafe Parking Lot | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

🔗 Learn more and sign up: https://marybird.org/services/get-screened/

05/01/2026

It’s Patient Experience Week, and this week we celebrated the people behind every moment of care at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center across the Northshore. 🎊❤️

The patient experience is shaped by more than clinical care alone. It’s the teamwork of people across every department, clinical and non-clinical, working together to support patients and families through every step of the journey.

From physicians and nurses to scheduling, human resources, marketing, finance and beyond, every person plays a role in creating a compassionate, seamless experience for the patients we serve across the Northshore.

Thank you to our Northshore team members for the difference you make every day. 🎗️

💬 Help us celebrate them together!

05/01/2026

It's Patient Experience Week and that means all week we celebrated the people behind every moment of care. 🎊❤️

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, the patient experience is shaped by so much more than clinical care. It’s the collaboration of team members across every department, both clinical and non-clinical, working together to support patients and families through every step of the journey.

From physicians and nurses to our scheduling department, human resources, marketing, finance, and beyond, every single person plays a part in creating a compassionate, seamless experience for our patients.

At our centers, exceptional care isn’t delivered by one person, it’s built by a team.

Thank you to all of our team members across the Mary Bird Perkins network who make a difference every day. 🎗️

💬 Is there someone who has made a difference in your journey? Drop their name below so we can celebrate them together!

05/01/2026

Support, connection, and care—right here in Covington. ❤️

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, our support groups and wellness classes are designed to help you feel more at ease, more informed, and more supported throughout your journey.

Here’s what’s happening this month:

• Tai Chi Class – Every Tuesday at 5pm
• Yoga Class – Every Thursday at 1pm
• Breast Support Group – Wednesdays, 5/6 and 5/20 at 11am
• Veterans Combating Cancer – Thursdays, 5/7 and 5/21 at 9am
• Meditation Class – Tuesdays, 5/5 and 5/19 at 9:30am
• Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer) Support Group – Tuesday, 5/5 at 3pm
• Facing Cancer Together Support Group – Wednesdays, 5/13 and 5/27 at 11am
• Breast Support Group for African American Women – Mondays, 5/11 and 5/25 at 6pm

📍 All support groups are held at:
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center Administration Building
630 S. Tyler St, Covington, LA

For more information or to get connected:
📞 985-898-0589
📧 amartin@marybird.com

04/30/2026

Today is THE day! 🥃🎊

Join us to gather for the Bourbon Raffle drawing and celebrate the incredible support from our community and the impact it makes for patients and families at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make this event a success. 🙌

And a special thank you to our sponsor, Jani-King Gulf Coast, for their support in bringing this annual event to life. 🙏

🎉 Stay tuned for winner announcements!

🔗 Learn more: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bourbonbeatscancer/

04/29/2026

What a great day at Live Well Delta in Monroe! 💜

🔍 At this year’s event, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center provided 186 screenings, and more than 51% of those screened had never been screened before.

That’s why events like Live Well Delta matter. By bringing free screenings and health resources directly into the community, we can help more people take an important step toward prevention and early detection.

👏 Thank you to everyone who joined us, and a special thank you to our presenting sponsor, MMR Group, for helping make this important event possible.

04/29/2026

🚨 LAST DAY! 🚨

Today is your final chance to grab Bourbon Raffle tickets and support patients and families receiving care at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Hammond. 🎗️🥃

To help us go out big, Monkeys In A Barrel has donated an incredible bonus giveaway: the first 3 releases of the WhistlePig Bottled-in-Barn Farm Stock Rye, plus merch.

When you buy tickets today, you’ll be in the running for that one-of-a-kind prize plus 100+ raffle prizes.
And really… what’s another ticket or four when:
🥃 Every $25 ticket gives you another entry
🥃 Your support makes a direct impact for people fighting cancer in our community

A special thank you to our sponsor, Jani-King Gulf Coast, for helping make this event possible.

🎉 Drawing and winners announced tomorrow!

🔗 Get your tickets now before it’s too late: https://rafflecreator.com/pages/46375/bourbon-raffle-2026

04/29/2026

A moment worth celebrating. 🎉

We are deeply grateful to Lipsey’s for their generous $60,000 investment in Mary Bird Perkins’ Cellular Therapy Program, made possible through their 25th Annual March Madness initiative.

Mary Bird Perkins is proud to be the first cancer center in the Baton Rouge region to offer fully outpatient CAR T-cell therapy for eligible patients with select blood cancers. This advanced immunotherapy uses a patient’s own immune cells to fight cancer, and now, eligible patients can receive this treatment during the day and return home, supported by a specialized care team every step of the way.

Led by Dr. Andrew P. Dalovisio, this program represents what’s possible when a community rallies around its patients.

Lipsey’s support will help us expand access to CAR T-cell therapy, strengthen patient assistance and travel programs, train specialized care teams, and enhance our facilities — accelerating the future of cancer care right here in our region.

Thank you, Lipsey's Guns! This is what it means to invest in people.

04/28/2026

Precision care starts with what we can see. 🔍

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, our Diagnostic Imaging services play a critical role in delivering accurate, timely cancer care. Using advanced scanning technologies, we produce high-quality images with speed and precision — providing the data needed for more accurate diagnosis, treatment planning, and palliative therapies.

Patients at the Cancer Center benefit from convenient access to a full range of services, including digital X-ray, CT, MRI, and other diagnostic tests, all delivered by a team specialized in imaging for cancer patients.

The right care starts with the right information. 🎗️

🔗 Learn more: https://marybird.org/service/diagnostic-imaging/

04/27/2026

It’s happening this week. 🥃🥳

The Bourbon Raffle benefiting Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is your chance to support patients, families, and access to cancer care across our communities — while grabbing your chance to get a bottle or two of really awesome bourbon.

🚨🎟 The last day to purchase tickets: Wednesday, April 29

Every ticket helps make a meaningful impact and bring care, support, and resources closer to those who need it most.

A special thank you to our sponsor, Jani-King Gulf Coast, for helping make this event possible. 🙏

🔗 Learn more & grab your tickets: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bourbonbeatscancer/

04/27/2026

It’s Bourbon Raffle week! 🥃🥳

Now’s the time to get your tickets for a chance to win a bottle or two of bourbon, while being part of something meaningful... supporting cancer care right here in our community. 🎗️

🚨🎟 Ticket sales close Wednesday, April 29.

Every ticket helps support patients and expand access to care close to home.

Thank you to our sponsor, Jani-King Gulf Coast, for making this possible. 🙏

🔗 Get details & tickets: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bourbonbeatscancer/

04/27/2026

As we continue spotlighting Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center’s features in the latest Trends in Healthcare edition of the Greater Baton Rouge Business Report, we’re proud to highlight “Care, candidly,” which features Jodi Conachen, chief operating officer of Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. 💜

📖 The article is part of a broader conversation about what is working, what is changing and what lies ahead for healthcare in Louisiana. Jodi’s perspective helps reflect the thoughtful leadership, patient-centered focus and commitment to progress that continue to shape the work of Mary Bird Perkins.

👉 Read the article: https://bit.ly/4mNQC1E

04/25/2026

Taking care of your health starts with one simple step—getting screened. 🎗️

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center brings free cancer screenings into the community, making it easier to access care close to home. Early detection can save lives, and we’re here to help you take that first step. 👣

Upcoming Screenings:

📍 Covington – Walgreens on Hwy 21
📆 April 29 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Screenings: Breast, Skin & Colorectal

📍 Franklinton – Jack Brown's Food Store
📆 May 1 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Screenings: Breast, Colorectal, Prostate & Skin

🔗 Learn more or get screened: www.marybird.org/get-screened

04/24/2026

Live Well Delta is happening tomorrow! 🎉

Join Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center for a FREE community event to support your health and wellness. At Live Well Delta, you'll get access to cancer screenings, prevention education, and valuable wellness resources, all in one place for your convenience.

We’re proud to help make care more accessible by bringing these services directly into the community, empowering individuals to take a proactive approach to their health. 🎗️

A special thank you to our presenting sponsor, MMR Group, for their help in making these services available to all. 🙏

Ready to take your next step toward better health? We’ll see you tomorrow!

📍 Mac's Fresh Market | 1427 Winnsboro Road, Monroe, LA
🔗 Learn more: https://marybird.org/delta/live-well-delta/

04/23/2026

We’re proud to expand access to cancer care even further in Central Louisiana.

Vernon Oncology Clinic in Leesville is now Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center. 🎊

Patients and families in the Leesville area can continue to receive the compassionate, trusted care they know locally, now with the added strength of Mary Bird Perkins’ statewide network, comprehensive resources and coordinated support. Kanchan Upadhyay, MD, will continue to see patients at this location, helping ensure a seamless transition for the community.

With services including medical oncology, lab services and infusion therapy, this transition helps bring high-quality cancer care closer to home while building on an already strong foundation of care in the community. Additional supportive care and early detection services are also planned for the future. ❤️

Where you receive care matters, and having it nearby can make all the difference.

📍 Now serving the Leesville community at 1000 N. 5th St.
🔗 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4vKErqc
👍 Follow our Leesville page: Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Leesville

04/22/2026

04/22/2026

We're taking a moment this Volunteer Appreciation Week to celebrate the incredible individuals who give their time, compassion, and energy to support patients and families across the Mary Bird Perkins network. 🤝

Our volunteers play a vital role in the care experience. They offer comfort, guidance, and a reassuring presence when it’s needed most. Their impact is felt in every interaction, every smile, and every moment of support.

Because of our volunteers, care extends beyond treatment and into the heart of what it means to truly support our community. 💛

To every volunteer: thank you for the difference you make each and every day. 🎗️

Are you a volunteer? Drop a ❤️ in the comments so we can celebrate you!

Ready to lend a hand?
🔗 Learn more or get involved: https://marybird.org/volunteer/

04/21/2026

The Bourbon Raffle is happening next week! 🥃

Now is the time to secure your tickets and be part of a bigger cause — supporting cancer care, patients, and families across our communities. ❤️

This year’s Mary Bird Perkins Bourbon Raffle features two top prizes bourbon lovers dream about:
🥃 Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Year – bold and beautifully balanced, with rich caramel, oak and spice notes

🥃 Van Winkle Special Reserve Lot “B” 12 Year – smooth and refined, with hints of vanilla, toasted oak and gentle sweetness

Every ticket purchased helps Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center continue delivering life-saving care and expanding access to services close to home.

🎟 Ticket sales close Wednesday, April 29.

A special thank you to our sponsor, Jani-King Gulf Coast, for making this event possible!

Don’t miss your chance to give back and get in on an incredible raffle.

🔗 Learn more & snag tickets: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bourbonbeatscancer/

04/21/2026

🚨 Important update for our Covington community:
The LymphEd class scheduled for Thursday, April 23 at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington has been postponed.

We appreciate your understanding and will share the rescheduled date as soon as it is confirmed. We expect the class to be rescheduled sometime in May. 💜

04/09/2026

The impact of cancer care goes far beyond treatment. 💞

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, every service, every innovation, and every moment of support is driven by one goal: improving the lives of patients and families across our communities.

Our latest Impact Report video highlights the progress we’re making together — from expanding access to care and advancing technology to strengthening support services that meet patients where they are.

And behind every number is a life touched, a family supported, and a community made stronger.

🎥 https://bit.ly/4cmkCNl

04/08/2026

💜 LymphEd: A Free Lymphedema Education Class 💜

LymphEd is a free educational class designed to help cancer survivors understand lymphedema risk, prevention, and early warning signs through education and early intervention.

📍 Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington
📆 Thursday, April 23
⏰ 3 – 4 p.m.
💲 Free of charge

This class is open to survivors and caregivers affected by treatments involving lymph node removal or radiation, including breast, head and neck, gynecologic, prostate, and colorectal cancers.

🩺 You’ll learn:
• What lymphedema is and common misconceptions
• Early signs to watch for
• Everyday strategies to help reduce risk
• What to do if symptoms appear

Led by a board-certified oncology physical therapist and certified lymphedema therapist from Geaux Fight Physical Therapy, in partnership with Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.

👉 Learn more: https://bit.ly/4cqvf2F
Supporting survivorship starts with education. 💜