Cancer is a diagnosis that no one ever wants to hear because it is frightening and can leave you with more questions than answers.  Difficult and potentially deadly, cancer causes more deaths in Licking County than any other disease. 
 

In response, Licking Memorial Hospital (LMH) is pleased to offer a comprehensive event for community members interested in learning more about cancer.  In one unique evening, experts will address the most prevalent forms of cancer within the Licking County community.  Beginning at 5:30 p.m., informational tables will provide important updates on cancer risks, screening recommendations and resources.  Speakers will include Oncologist Aruna Gowda, M.D., Gastroenterologist Mohammed Mazumder, M.D., Dermatologist Thomas Hagele, M.D., M.B.A., and Genetics Navigator Susan Fantini.   These specialists will speak at 6:00 p.m. on the topics of lung, colon and skin cancers, and genetic testing.  Skin cancer screenings and lung cancer screening assessments will be available immediately following the panel discussion.

The best defense against cancer is prevention and early detection.  Join us on Thursday, June 28, at 5:30 p.m. in the LMH First Floor Conference Rooms for Defeating Cancer.  A boxed meal will be provided for all participants.  The event is free; however, space is limited to the first 50 registrants.  To register, call (220) 564-2527 or register online at www.LMHealth.org.