Georgia Cancer Center outreach to address disparities among Blacks
Augusta Chronicle A new outreach effort from the Georgia Cancer Center into Augusta Housing Authority communities aims to help reduce disparities in cancer rates and death among residents and help them avoid those things that increase their risk. Dr. Marlo Vernon of the cancer center will be leading the Augusta arm of the CHANGE initiative – Cancer Health Awareness through Screening and Education, funded by the American Cancer Society and Pfizer. The outreach will enroll up to 150 residents in five housing communities for educational sessions on breast, prostate and colorectal cancers, th...
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