Nassif Community Cancer Center

02/19/2026

Our very own Ann Richardson was featured in the February edition of the KCRG-TV9 and Community Savings Bank Surprise Squad! Nominated by her friend and colleague Mona Cook, Ann was recognized for making a difference in the lives of cancer patients on a daily basis while facing a cancer diagnosis of her own.

“It’s so different sitting in the patient’s chair," says Richardson. "I mentioned before the fears, anxieties. Those are real. And I think I have a greater perspective for the patients when they start talking about that. I get it more. I understand it more.”

Nurse Ann Richardson is one of the first faces to greet new patients at the Nassif Community Cancer Center in Cedar Rapids.

02/18/2026

Thanks to the team at GreatAmerica for stopping by our Gems of Hope workshop this afternoon! This fun group helped us create gifts of hope - including cards and bracelets - for local cancer patients!

Want to volunteer with Gems of Hope? We host a Gems of Hope workshop on the third Tuesday of each month from 1-2 p.m. at the Community Cancer Center. Join us in bringing hope to cancer patients!

02/17/2026

Restorative yoga is often considered more meditation than movement, making it a practice everyone can do regardless of age, gender, size or athletic ability. This class returns to our exercise class schedule in February! The February 18 session is full, but there are still spots open for our February 24 session. Register at the link below!

February 18 >> CLASS FULL
February 24 >> https://bit.ly/RestorativeYogaFeb24

Click below to learn more about what to expect at this class!

Sheri Plough discusses restorative yoga, how it differs from regular yoga, how it can benefit patients and much more.

02/14/2026

Today we celebrated Valentine's Day, or as we like to call it at UnityPoint Health, You Matter Day! Today at the Community Cancer Center and St. Luke's Radiation Center, we took time to recognize our team members with a card and some goodies to thank them for all they do for our patients! We also had some treats for our patients as they came in for appointments to show our appreciation for them trusting us with their care!

02/12/2026

Craving an oncology dietitian-approved dessert? Give this cranberry flax pumpkin bread a try!

Cranberry Flax Pumpkin Bread – American Institute for Cancer Research Two of the season’s most-loved foods come together in this delicious homemade bread. Pumpkin’s potent beta-carotene and cranberries’ anthocyanin phytochemicals […]

02/06/2026

Tomorrow is the last day to place your order for Hope Blooms 2026! Click below to order a beautiful bunch of daffodils (or donate them) and help support local cancer patients!

If the Community Cancer Center played a role in your care, your gratitude can make a difference for cancer patients. Donate today!

02/05/2026

Cancer screening saves lives. As we recognize today and in February, take a moment to learn about current cancer screening recommendations and share this article with the ones you love to remind them of the importance of regular cancer screening.

Screening for cancer can save your life. Do you know when you should start screening tests for certain cancers?

02/03/2026

Our Executive Director Andrea Watkinson stopped by Everyday Iowa to share about our Hope Blooms campaign! Place your order by Friday, February 6 and support local cancer patients in Eastern Iowa! >> https://bit.ly/HopeBlooms2026

You have until 2/6 to purchase daffodils, blankets or stuffed animals for patients in treatment-or keep them as a reminder of the hope you helped create. Proceeds support cancer patients & families in Eastern IA

01/29/2026

Restorative yoga is often considered more meditation than movement, making it a practice everyone can do regardless of age, gender, size or athletic ability. This class returns to our exercise class schedule in February! Each session is limited to 10 participants. Register at the links below!

February 18 >> https://bit.ly/RestorativeYogaFeb18
February 24 >> https://bit.ly/RestorativeYogaFeb24

Click below to learn more about what to expect at this class!

Sheri Plough discusses restorative yoga, how it differs from regular yoga, how it can benefit patients and much more.

01/20/2026

“Early detection can save your life. Since being diagnosed with cancer, I’ve had some of the scariest appointments I’ve ever had, but I still walk out of each one so thankful that I have the opportunity to tackle these challenges. Not everyone has that opportunity, and thanks to early detection, I do.”

In March 2024, Leslie Coffin of Marion, IA, had a mammogram that led to a breast cancer diagnosis - and a genetic discovery that may have saved her life.

Leslie's routine mammogram led to a breast cancer diagnosis—and a genetic discovery that may have saved her life.

01/17/2026

A few of our Gems of Hope volunteers are pictured here with one of our Hope Blooms baskets. Our team delivered baskets to some of our community partners to help spread a little sunshine in the community. All Hope Blooms proceeds support patients and families impacted by cancer. Order your daffodils, or purchase daffodils to be donated to a local cancer patient, now through February 6! >> https://bit.ly/HopeBlooms2026

01/16/2026

"I can’t express how much the gift touched my heart. It brought a little bit of light to our lives during this difficult time!"

These are the words of Kristin, the daughter of a patient at the Community Cancer Center. Through our Family Care Program, we were able to provide a children's book and matching puppy plush toy for Kristin's son, Oliver.

The Family Care Program, which is funded by a grant from the Aiming for a Cure Foundation, was established to provide extra support for cancer patients with young children or grandchildren, because cancer affects the whole family. In addition to gifts like these, the Family Care Program provides education and resources, as well as special events for families throughout the year.