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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
MEMPHIS, TENN., October 2, 2024 – The Ride 2 Rosemary® cycling team, a group of Memphis men who cycle to raise money for West Cancer Foundation, will kick off its annual 525-mile journey from Germantown, Tenn., to Rosemary Beach, Fla., on Saturday, Oct 12. Now in its 14th year, the group of 71 cyclists will […]
MEMPHIS, TENN., September 24, 2024 – West Cancer Foundation, a Memphis-based nonprofit that provides free cancer services to improve patient outcomes, today announced it has expanded its executive team with the appointment of Cynthia Bowers as Director of Community Engagement and Outreach. In this role, Bowers is responsible for connecting with various community groups, businesses, physicians […]
West Fight On 2024: A Record-Breaking Success in the Fight Against Cancer On behalf of West Cancer Foundation, we extend our deepest gratitude to those who made this year’s West Fight On a tremendous success. Thank you to everyone who ran, walked, cycled, cheered, celebrated, volunteered and donated to make West Fight On 2024 […]
As the dust settles on this year’s West Fight On, we are filled with immense pride and gratitude. The event, which has become a cornerstone in our mission to develop and fund programs that break through barriers to cancer care, achieved a milestone that exceeded even our highest hopes. This year’s West Fight On was […]
MEMPHIS, TENN., August 29, 2024 –The University of Tennessee Health Science Center’s College of Nursing has received a $144,469 grant from the West Cancer Foundation that will support innovative educational opportunities to prepare nurses and nursing students to meet the specific needs of oncology patients. The project, Providing the Oncology Workforce Education and Resources (POWER) […]
