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Picnic Party: FirstHealth honoring Cancer Survivors Day June 16 in Pinehurst
PINEHURST — Cancer affects everyone. Nearly 17 million people are living with and beyond cancer in the United States, and there are more than 43 million cancer survivors across the world.
OPINION: I lost my daughter due to toxic water exposure — I deserve my day in court
For decades, veterans, their families, and civilian staff stationed at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina have sought justice for the unlawful exposure to toxic water. Due to an obscure North Carolina statute, those impacted have been denied the opportunity to seek justice via the judicial system. Proposed legislation currently under review in the U.S. Senate would rectify this egregious breach of justice.
Fundraiser, cornhole tournament to benefit children of Hamlet woman who died of cancer
ROCKINGHAM — A fundraiser scheduled for Saturday will raise money to go into a trust for the children of a recent local cancer victim.
Exercise science major uses research projects to help her mom recover from cancer
WINGATE — Connecting what you’re taught in the classroom to the world around you should be the goal for every student. For Wingate exercise science major Gracie Moree, the opportunity to do research that could address an immediate need within her family was both rewarding and inspiring.
Clara McLean House and The Healing Garden celebrate 10 years of service
PINEHURST — Ten years of hospitality and hope will be celebrated on Thursday, May 5, during a rededication of The Foundation of FirstHealth’s Clara McLean House and The Healing Garden.
‘Don’t Avoid Key Screenings:’ Moore County woman encourages others after colorectal cancer scare
PINEHURST — Colorectal polyps and colorectal cancer don’t always cause symptoms. Someone could have colorectal cancer and not know it, making regular screenings for colorectal cancer critical.
Richmond County bikers raise $10k to help bar owner with cancer treatment
ROCKINGHAM — Richmond County’s biker community rolled out from the Hide-A-Way Tavern on Saturday to benefit one of their own: the bar’s owner.
Former student memorialized at Richmond Senior
ROCKINGHAM — One former student will be forever remembered with a memorial tree, plaque and bench at Richmond Senior High School.
Drive-thru party highlights 2021 Cancer Survivors Day celebration
PINEHURST — Cancer affects everyone. Nearly 17 million people are living with and beyond cancer in the United States, and there are more than 43 million cancer survivors across the globe.
Celebrating together while apart: FirstHealth Cancer Survivors Day goes virtual
PINEHURST — Cancer survivors throughout the Sandhills will gather together — while staying apart — for the 33rd annual National Cancer Survivors Day.