Phelps Health to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day June 7

Phelps Health is gearing up to honor National Cancer Survivors Day (NCSD) with a breakfast celebration for area cancer survivors 8:00-10:00 AM on Saturday, June 7, at Greentree Christian Church, located at 800 Greentree Road in Rolla.

This year’s theme, “Beating the Odds,” sets the tone for a fun occasion. All cancer survivors in the community, regardless of where they received treatment, are invited to attend. According to the National Cancer Survivors Day Foundation, anyone living with a history of cancer, from diagnosis onward, is considered a survivor. 

“We welcome you and a guest, and look forward to celebrating with you,” said Lorie Bourne, registered dietitian at the Phelps Health Delbert Day Cancer Institute (DDCI) and chair of the Cancer Survivors Day Steering Committee. 

The event will feature a free breakfast, commemorative t-shirts and other entertaining activities.

Celebrated in June every year, NCSD serves as a day of celebration, inspiration, family support and community outreach. The day highlights the resilience of survivors and offers hope to those currently facing a cancer diagnosis.

This year’s event will feature a special address by Keri Brookshire-Heavin, senior vice president, chief operating officer and chief nursing officer at Phelps Health. The steering committee thanks the Phelps Health Foundation and Colton’s Steakhouse & Grill for their generous sponsorship of this event.