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Meritus Offers Free Initial Breast Screening Appointment

Meritus Health’s John R. Marsh Cancer Center offers a free initial appointment with a physician for a breast screening and to order necessary imaging.

In a Breast Cancer Awareness Month post, Meritus encouraged anyone who notices a breast lump or other changes to seek evaluation from a health care provider. Not all breast lumps are cancer.

Meritus also offers Circle of Hope, a support group open to all cancer survivors. Participants can share experiences, listen and connect with others. No registration is required.

For more information, visit Meritus Health’s John R. Marsh Cancer Center.

Photo credits to Meritus Health

Franklin County Employees Raise $7,224 for United Way

Franklin County employees raised $7,224.12 for the United Way of Franklin County through the organization’s annual fundraising campaign. A total of 139 employees across 26 departments participated through monthly dress-down

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