Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington

08/14/2025

Last summer, Earlean Ross was diagnosed with stage IV lung cancer at just 57 years old. Her doctors in Mississippi gave her a grim prognosis, telling Earlean

08/13/2025

🩺 Welcome, Dr. Rebecca Davis!

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is proud to welcome Rebecca Davis, MD, as our newest medical oncologist.

A Louisiana and Baton Rouge native, Dr. Davis is board-certified in internal medicine and medical oncology. She brings extensive experience and a deep connection to our community, with training from LSU in New Orleans, Baton Rouge, and Shreveport.

She will see patients at our Baton Rouge General Medical Center and Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Gonzales locations, offering the most advanced cancer care close to home.

📖 Learn more about Dr. Davis joining Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center: https://bit.ly/4mHYT5T
👉 Visit marybird.org/doctor/davis to make an appointment.

08/12/2025

Next weekend, we’re bringing health screenings AND community fun to Webb’s Barbershop in Baton Rouge! 🧑🏽‍⚕️

Join us Saturday, August 23, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. for the return of Barbershop Bash. 🎉

This FREE event gets you access to:

✅ Prostate and colorectal cancer screenings
✅ Biometric screenings
✅ Health vendors
✅ Food, music & family activities

Come and go as you please. Appointments are required for screenings. 👉 Visit pogo.marybird.com to reserve yours now!

Find all the event info at: marybird.org/barbershopbash

📸 Check out highlights from last year’s event below and don’t miss your chance to be part of this year’s!

08/11/2025

🚧 Expansion Progress in Gonzales!
We’re making exciting progress on the expansion of our Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Gonzales, bringing even more advanced, patient-centered cancer care to the Ascension Parish community.

This nearly 6,000 sq. ft. expansion includes:
✔️ A new infusion suite
✔️ More exam rooms
✔️ On-site lab and pharmacy
✔️ Enhanced access to services like clinical trials, navigation and palliative care

Once complete this fall, this location will serve up to 300 patients each month, more than double its current capacity, and bring critical care closer to home for so many across the region.

💛 Join us in making this possible.
Through our Invest in Ascension campaign, 100% of every gift stays in the local community to support this life-saving work.

🔗 Learn more and invest today: marybird.org/investinascension

08/11/2025

🩺 Did you know? Both boys and girls can be exposed to HPV.

The HPV vaccine is recommended for everyone ages 9–26 and can help prevent the cancers it causes.

Protect yourself and your loved ones by talking to your doctor or visiting your pharmacy today.
American Cancer Society

08/09/2025

🩺 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 Bill Baptist Church, August 12 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.

08/07/2025

Clinical trials give patients access to promising new treatments. At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, we believe that access should be available for everyone.

Every patient that comes through our doors is evaluated for clinical trial eligibility. This is part of our commitment to offering the highest standard of care. These trials can improve outcomes while helping us find safer, more effective therapies for the future of cancer care.

Thanks to our partnership with LSU Health Sciences Centers LSU Health Sciences Centers and the National Cancer Institute Community Oncology Research Program, we’re able to bring leading-edge clinical research to communities throughout Louisiana, reaching nearly 80% of the state’s population.

🎥 In this video, Dr. Lin shares how clinical trials are making a difference for our patients right now.

Visit marybird.org/research to learn more or see if you qualify for a trial.

You can also reach out to our Clinical Research office at (225) 215-1375 or email clinicalresearch@marybird.com.

08/05/2025

💈 A huge thank you to our friends at Sport Clips Haircuts of Greater Louisiana and Southern Mississippi!

We are so grateful for your incredible donation of $8,000 to support skin cancer awareness and patient assistance programs across our network. Your generosity helps provide vital resources such as transportation and nutrition support, easing the burden for patients and families facing cancer.

We’re honored to have partners like you rallying the community around compassionate, patient-focused care. Together, we are making a meaningful difference to triumph over cancer. ❤️

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08/05/2025

🥇 We are excited to announce that our Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington TV spots have won the Gold Award in Television Advertising at the 2025 Healthcare AdAwards!

This national recognition highlights our commitment to sharing meaningful stories and delivering compassionate, world-class cancer care for the Northshore community.

Special thanks to our creative partner, SASSO, for their vision and collaboration on this award-winning campaign.

🎥 Watch the Gold Award-winning Covington TV spot here and to learn more about our Breast Specialist Program, visit marybird.org/breast-specialist-program.

08/01/2025

Healing is stronger with community.🤝

At Mary Bird Perkins, our support groups and wellness classes create a supportive space to connect, share, and find strength together. Whether you’re navigating cancer, caring for someone who is, or working through survivorship, you are not alone. 🎗️

Here’s what’s happening this month:

Baton Rouge
• Guided Movement for Wellness by Elena Keegan, Educator Registered Yoga Teacher – Monday, August 4 at 10 a.m. *Yoga mat, towel and water bottles are provided.
• Metastatic (Stage IV) Cancer Support Group – Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
• Cancer Support Group – Fridays at 10 a.m.

Covington
• Breast Support Group for African American Women – Mondays: August 11 & August 25 at 6 p.m.
• Meditation Class –Tuesdays: August 5 & August 19 at 9:30 a.m.
• Tai Chi Class – Tuesdays at 5 p.m.
• Facing Cancer Together – Wednesdays: August 13 & August 27 at 12 p.m.
• Veterans Combating Cancer – Thursdays: August 7 & August 21 at 9 a.m.
• Chair Yoga & Meditation – Thursdays at 1 p.m.

Gonzales
• Support Group – Tuesdays at 1 p.m.
• Mindful Chair Yoga – Thursdays at 11:30 a.m.
• Healing Arts Workshop: It’s All In The Details – August 11 from 10 – 11:30 a.m.

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

You belong here — and we’re here for you.

Learn more or register at marybird.org/survivorship.

07/31/2025

🌟 Meet Natasha Gay, our newest nurse practitioner on the Prevention on the Go team!

A Baton Rouge native, Natasha has dedicated her career to helping others, a calling inspired by her own family’s health challenges. From her grandmother’s sudden passing to her mother’s battle with gastric cancer, Natasha knows first-hand how important early detection and compassionate care can be.

Now, she’s bringing screenings and education directly to communities across Louisiana and southwest Mississippi.

Read Natasha’s inspiring story in this week’s blog: https://bit.ly/4lSJFL8

07/31/2025

🌟 Meet Natasha Gay, our newest nurse practitioner on the Prevention on the Go team!

A Baton Rouge native, Natasha has dedicated her career to helping others, a calling inspired by her own family’s health challenges. From her grandmother’s sudden passing to her mother’s battle with gastric cancer, Natasha knows first-hand how important early detection and compassionate care can be.

Now, she’s bringing screenings and education directly to communities across Louisiana and southwest Mississippi.

Read Natasha’s inspiring story in this week’s blog: https://bit.ly/4lSJFL8

07/29/2025

📣You're invited to a Men’s Health Webinar

Join Dr. Matthew Mutter, Urologist at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Metairie, for a FREE and anonymous online webinar covering important men’s health topics, including:

✔️ Erectile dysfunction
✔️ Urinary incontinence
✔️ Signs, symptoms & treatment options
✔️ Live Q&A – get your questions answered anonymously

🗓️ Date: Thursday, August 7th at 6 p.m.
🎯 Sponsored by Boston Scientific Urology
💻 No cost. No pressure. Just helpful info.

Take charge of your health from the comfort of your home.

👉 Register now and reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/44ZtPaF

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

07/11/2025

☀️ 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

06/13/2025

🏆 Congratulations to Dr. Jack Saux, named Best Oncologist in West St. Tammany Parish as part of Sophisticated Woman Magazine’s Northshore’s Best awards!

We’re proud to celebrate this well-deserved recognition of Dr. Saux’s dedication, compassion and commitment to excellence in cancer care. Patients across the Northshore know they’re in expert hands. 👏

06/12/2025

“They made my journey easier” – Chris Hitchens, colorectal cancer survivor, on Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center’s patient navigation program. From answering questions to helping coordinating care and break down barriers, our patient navigation team is 100% focused on helping cancer patients and their loved ones throughout treatment and survivorship.

To learn more, visit marybird.org/service/patient-navigation-and-social-services/.

06/06/2025

What a celebration! ❤️ 🦋

Thank you to everyone who joined us in honoring our incredible cancer survivors.
To our survivors, your courage and determination inspire us every day. We are grateful to walk alongside you and to continue fighting cancer together, every step of the way.

Tag a survivor you’d like to honor. 🎗️

Special thanks for Netchex for sponsoring our butterfly release! 🦋

06/06/2025

Transportation shouldn’t be a barrier to lifesaving cancer care. However, for many patients in rural areas, getting to and from treatment appointments can be one of their biggest challenges. That’s why we're so thankful for the support of International Paper, whose generosity has enabled us to provide transportation assistance to patients in Washington Parish.

Thank you, International Paper, for helping us achieve our mission to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. ❤️

05/28/2025

Join us next week in Covington as we honor the strength and courage of cancer survivors! 💜🦋

You're invited to our Cancer Survivors Day Celebration on Wednesday, June 4 at 1:30 p.m. at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Covington.

The afternoon will include special guests, cupcakes, and a moving monarch butterfly release in tribute to survivors and loved ones.

🦋 Dedicate a butterfly in honor or memory of someone special.
📍 1203 S. Tyler St., Covington, LA
📞 RSVP encouraged: (985) 875-5325

Special thanks to Netchex for sponsoring the butterfly release. You can purchase a butterfly here: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/Km9ZHg?vid=1jthyh