Michelle’s cancer journey began without warning or symptoms during a routine dental check-up that led to unexpected findings. Her dentist, who as a matter of course checks patients’ blood pressure, found Michelle’s to be very high. Turns out she had a series of lymph nodes on her collarbone that were pressing against the artery in […]
When it comes to supporting a cause as meaningful as cancer research and patient care, every effort counts. West Cancer Foundation relies on contributions from individuals and corporate partners to advance our mission of breaking barriers to cancer care and improving patient outcomes. Here’s a guide with creative and easy ways to get involved and […]
MEMPHIS, TENN., February 11, 2025 – West Cancer Foundation, a Memphis-based nonprofit that provides free cancer services to those in need and funds research to improve cancer care, today announced the She to Sea cycling event will occur March 22-26. The event, now in its fourth year, brings together 22 women who will cycle from […]
2024 By the Numbers: The Impact of Your Support Because of generous donors like you, our wonderful corporate partners and grant funders, West Cancer Foundation is able to provide free cancer services to those in need. Whether screenings for preventive care or practical services for cancer patients in active treatment, your donations are saving […]
-Community and Healthcare Leaders Add Specialized Expertise to Board Roster- MEMPHIS, TENN., January 22, 2025 – West Cancer Foundation, a Memphis-based nonprofit that provides free cancer services to those in need and funds research to improve cancer care, today announced the addition of Jarvis Greer, Wendy Likes and Tish Towns to its Board of Directors. […]
West Cancer Foundation Launches Free Mental Health Counseling Program for Cancer Patients and Their Caregivers Going through cancer treatment is not only a physical battle, it’s also a mental and emotional one — and not just for cancer patients, but also for their caregivers. That’s why we are so proud to announce the launch […]
MEMPHIS, TENN., December 4, 2024 – West Cancer Foundation, a Memphis-based nonprofit that provides free cancer services to those in need and funds research to improve cancer care, today announced the launch of its free mental health counseling program. The program provides mental health counseling by licensed therapists at no cost to cancer patients—including those […]
In a significant move to advance oncology nursing education, West Cancer Foundation recently awarded a transformative $144,469 grant to the University of Tennessee (UT) Health Science Center College of Nursing. This funding supports the POWER for Nursing Program, designed to address the need for skilled oncology nurses. The grant will directly fund two students as […]
Help us Give the Gift of Early Detection This Breast Cancer Awareness Month October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to come together, raise awareness and champion the importance of early detection. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, accounting for nearly 30% of all new female cancers each year. […]
October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, a time to come together, raise awareness and champion the importance of early detection. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide. It accounts for about 30% of all new female cancers each year, according to the American Cancer Society. This year more than 310,000 new cases […]
