Practical Health for Cancer Survivors

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Practical Health

The practical health needs of cancer survivors are real and important. Financial concerns, the return to work and the ability to manage a household are all concerns that cancer survivors may have. Click below to explore resources to help manage practical issues that you or someone you know may be faced with after being diagnosed with cancer.

Last Updated: 11/04/2020 3:40:50 PM

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Georgia CORE launches "Weird Looking Stools" to spark life-saving conversations around the state

With much anticipation, Georgia CORE has launched “Weird Looking Stools,” a statewide awareness campaign using unexpected art to normalize and prompt life-saving conversations about colon cancer and increase voluntary check-ups.

9/19/2025

Lawmakers conclude listening tour on access to cancer care

Rep. Lee Hawkins, R-Gainesville, the committee’s chairman, said he and other lawmakers are working on drug pricing and other issues. He wrapped up the committee’s listening tour by saying the General Assembly will continue to study cancer care access.

7/14/2025

PCOM S. Georgia student receives third cancer research award

Med student from south Georgia wins awards to advance cancer research.

5/08/2025