Cancer

posted by Darcie Follon on Thursday, May 21, 2026 Skin cancer is one of the most common and most preventable cancers affecting our community. In this important Skin Cancer Awareness Month blog, learn simple ways to protect your skin, recognize the warning signs of melanoma using the ABCDEs, and understand why early detection matters. Plus, discover how local dermatology care at Spencer Hospital makes skin health more accessible close to home.

posted by Darcie Follon on Thursday, March 26, 2026 Colon cancer is one of the most common cancers in our community—but it's also one of the most preventable. This Colon Cancer Awareness Month, learn who should be screened, what warning signs to watch for, and how simple lifestyle changes can lower your risk. With local screening and treatment options available, taking charge of your health has never been more accessible.

posted by Darcie Follon on Thursday, January 22, 2026 Radon is an invisible gas that can build up in homes and increase the risk of lung cancer, especially in local counties where levels are known to be high. During Radon Action Month, Clay County Public Health is encouraging residents to learn why testing every home is important and how easy it is to take action. Read our blog to learn how radon testing can help protect your home and your health.

posted by Darcie Follon on Thursday, January 22, 2026 January is Cervical Cancer Screening Month, and we want to remind women how important preventive care can be. Cervical cancer develops in the cells of the cervix, often caused by long-term infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). The good news is that cervical cancer is highly preventable and treatable when caught early through routine screenings.

posted by Mindy Sylvester on Monday, August 18, 2025 Did you know Clay County has higher rates of certain cancers, like prostate cancer and melanoma? At Abben Cancer Center, we're here to help with prevention tips, screenings, and expert care—so you and your loved ones can stay healthy, right here at home.