Mercy Cancer Network

03/28/2020

This CNN feature highlights several "CNN Heroes," including Pittsburgh Mercy's Dr. Jim Withers --- always there for people experiencing homelessness in the City of Steel.

From treating patients in a Brooklyn hospital and on the streets of Pittsburgh to getting soap into the hands of those who need it, CNN Heroes are fighting to save lives during the pandemic.

01/18/2018

Trinity Health joins with others to develop a meaningful and logical solution to unwarranted drug shortages and price increases.

A group of large hospital systems plans to create a nonprofit generic drug company to battle shortages and high prices.

12/15/2016

Our toolkit helping hospitals and health systems shift their investment dollars into local wealth building strategies that meet community health needs.

07/17/2015

A new study suggests that early signs of pancreatic cancer may be detectable in blood, as we explain: http://1.usa.gov/1e2VxYd

04/15/2015

Cancer is caused by changes in a person's genome that allow a tumor to form. So, what's cancer genomics? We explain: http://1.usa.gov/1aNYZ7u

04/10/2015

St. Joseph Mercy Oakland has LIMITED openings for free screenings on Saturday, April 11 for women who meet the following criteria:

• reside in Oakland County
• have no health insurance or are underinsured
• need a screening mammogram
• are age 40 or older or have a palpable mass (one that can be felt)

Availability is LIMITED and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis to women who meet the above criteria. Reservations are MANDATORY. Call 1-800-372-6094 for a possible appointment.

04/06/2015

Dale and Alicia Pangman battled his cancer together, hand in hand. Now they are taking on a new challenge together: Helping other cancer patients undergoing treatment. Read more about how this awesome couple is giving back: http://bit.ly/1NnjeHB

03/27/2015

Barak Goodman's "CANCER: THE EMPEROR OF ALL MALADIES" airs Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday at 9 on PBS, telling the story of how far we've come in the fight so far.

03/26/2015

When it comes to breast health, comprehensive care means addressing all aspects of breast health in a personalized manner. We provide a wide range of programs and clinics combined with all the latest diagnosis, treatment and research options to meet women at any stage of their journey.

03/26/2015

There are 3 methods of screening for early signs of colorectal cancer. Can you name them? http://1.usa.gov/1EGcKwQ