Image of the cancer ribbons

Cancer Awareness Ribbons

Pink—Breast Cancer
Teal—Ovarian Cancer
Clear—Lung Cancer
Purple—Pancreatic Cancer
Purple—Leiomyosarcoma
Orange—Leukemia
Black—Melanoma
Dark Blue—Colon Cancer
Burgandy—Multiple Myeloma
Grey—Brain Cancer
Blue—Prostate Cancer
Gold—Childhood Cancers
Lavender—All Cancers
Lime—Lymphoma
Peach—Uterine Cancer
Kelly Green—Kidney Cancer
Burgandy/Ivory—Head & Neck Cancers
Yellow—Sarcoma/Bone Cancer
Yellow—Bladder Cancer
Teal/White—Cervical Cancer
Emerald Green—Liver Cancer
Periwinkle Blue—Esophageal Cancer

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Welcome to
Mesquite Cancer HELP Society


MCHS Mission Statement


“The more educated you become the better prepared you will be to prevent and/or fight it”

Mesquite Cancer HELP Society commits itself to the local public providing the best cancer prevention education they have to offer. Patients’ needs are met with empathy and courtesy. Survival is emphasized by giving patients the facts and tools required to communicate with their doctors and manage their cancer. Faith and strength of mind are reinforced and patients/staff stand hand-in-hand for the challenge of their life and the fight for survival.


Testimonials


Because at a time when it seems there is little hope, the Mesquite Cancer HELP Society shines it’s beacon of hope to all local cancer patients who apply regardless of condition or social economic status. Thank You.
Debra Basora - Breast Cancer Survivor
The Mesquite Cancer HELP Society has done so much for me and my appreciation is overwhelming. They give me round trip fuel reimbursement from Mesquite to St. George for my doctor’s appointments, radiation treatments, cancer tests, physical therapy and pain management treatments. They paid for my first voice box with Indwelling Prosthesis. Mesquite Cancer HELP Society has been a savior to me.
Henry Hall - Laringeal Cancer Survivor
I am grateful to Mesquite Cancer HELP Society for all the financial and emotional support they have given me. I am also glad to be part of an organization who continues the fight against cancer with compassion and support.
Mary Marten - Lung Cancer Survivor
I was very lost and frustrated trying to work with insurance companies. The Mesquite Cancer HELP Society helped me work with them straightening out all of the problems and dealing with my cancer bills. They literally saved my life and my sanity
Nola Reid - Uterus Cancer Survivor
In August 2004, I was diagnosed with colon cancer. I had no idea where to go or what to do, and then I found Yoli Bell, in the little construction shack on Mesquite Boulevard which was the home to the Mesquite Cancer HELP Society. It was there that I found hope, kindness, information, warmth and friendship, all of which together added the help, which pulled me through. I am eternally grateful.
Angela Romano-Fotos - Colon Cancer Survivor
When the big “C” visited my wife and me, we were relegated to financial, physical, and emotional isolation. We felt so ALONE! After 5 years, my wife lost her battle to cancer and mine started 10 months later. Mesquite Cancer HELP Society was there for us, and to this day, we are grateful. They have been a godsend and a rock to cling to and always vigilant for me and all of Mesquite.
Tom Stettler - Prostrate Cancer Survivor

Cancer Articles

Presented by:

Cancerwise | Cancer blog from MD Anderson Cancer Center


Gaining Ground on Prostate Cancer

Thirty years ago, the five-year survival rate among men diagnosed with prostate cancer hovered at around 69%. Thanks to medical advances and treatment options, survival rates today are notably high, at nearly 100% after five years

Posted on 29 July 2010 | 6:30 am

International Symposium: Update in Uro-Oncology

Specialists from MD Anderson Cancer Center recently participated in a Uro-Oncology Update on July 8 -9, 2010. More than 1600 Chileans die each year from prostate cancer. Recent studies have shown that with an annual exam, this number is reduced by 20 - 50%.

Posted on 28 July 2010 | 12:24 pm

Mama Said There'd Be Days Like This -- and Mama Was Right!

Just over a year ago, I had successful surgery to remove a lemon-size brain tumor. But, after all the steps forward I have taken, lately I've been taking a few steps back. Just when I thought all was well, I began feeling funny. There was nothing I could call and describe to my doctor -- I just knew that I didn't...

Posted on 28 July 2010 | 6:43 am

The Power of the Third Party

By Victor Scott, MD Anderson Staff WriterEver wonder if the $25 you donate to a cause can really make a difference? At MD Anderson, the answer is definitely "yes." And there are so many ways to give. One way is through what we call "third-party events."Third-party events are defined as fundraising events sponsored by individuals or organizations that are not...

Posted on 27 July 2010 | 11:33 am

Symptoms, Quality of Life Gaining on Physicians' Radar

Physicians are learning to pay more attention to patient concerns such as symptoms and quality of life, in addition to tumor shrinkage and other treatment issues.Michael Fisch, M.D., professor and chair of the Department of General Oncology at MD Anderson, took that message to a recent video with The Wall Street Journal's Market Watch.Asking patients closed-ended questions that set them...

Posted on 26 July 2010 | 11:35 am

Communicating Care

Starting just three years ago, the Interpersonal Communication and Relationship Enhancement program or I*CARE, is an online education tool that seeks to improve interactions between cancer patients, their families and clinicians.

Posted on 26 July 2010 | 7:45 am

MD Anderson's Sisters in South America are #1 and #2 in Regional Ratings

The South American business magazine America Economia rated Latin American hospitals and clinics for the first time in their November 2009 issue, and two of our Sister Institutions

Posted on 23 July 2010 | 9:46 am

Boost Your Eco-Health IQ

Discover small steps you can take to reduce your exposure to everyday toxins and possibly your cancer risk, learn how to reduce your carbon "food" print, and get the latest on effects of CT scans and cell phones.

Posted on 22 July 2010 | 9:12 am

Patient-to-Patient Telephone Support Makes the Difference

The support line is among Anderson Network's most successful programs. Since 1986, it has linked more than 20,000 patients nationwide. Callers and volunteers are welcome, no matter where they received or are receiving treatment.

Posted on 21 July 2010 | 3:32 pm

The Benefits of Oncology Massage

Oncology Massage is an approach to massage therapy based in both compassion and specialized massage treatments to help people manage their experience with cancer. Review of the scientific literature indicates Oncology Massage helps improve quality of life. Benefits include improved relaxation, sleep, and immune function as well as relieving anxiety, pain, fatigue and nausea.

Posted on 20 July 2010 | 9:37 am