Cancer Center at University Hospital NJ

06/09/2026

🌿 JUST 7 DAYS TO GO! 🌿

Are you a cancer survivor looking for a way to reduce stress, improve balance, and reconnect with your body and mind?

Join us for Tai-Chi: Survivorship Wellness Through Gentle Movement, a special wellness event designed to support healing beyond treatment.

✨ Guided Tai-Chi Instruction with Harry Legg
✨ Learn strategies to reduce cancer-related fatigue from UH Physical Therapist Dr. Amanda Kara
✨ Wellness resources and survivorship support
✨ Healthy refreshments
✨ Giveaways and prizes
✨ Connect with fellow survivors

📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 University Hospital Cancer Center
D-Level (Solarium)

📲 Scan the QR code on the flyer or call 973-972-0961 to register.

Take a moment for yourself. Your healing journey deserves it. 💙

06/09/2026

Ovarian cancer is often called the “silent disease” because its symptoms can be subtle and easily overlooked. Knowing the signs can help lead to earlier diagnosis and treatment.

Know the Signs:

▪️ Bloating
▪️ Pelvic or abdominal pain
▪️ Feeling full quickly
▪️ Frequent or urgent urination
▪️ Fatigue
▪️ Changes in bowel habits

Know Your Risk:

▪️ Family history of ovarian or breast cancer
▪️ Increasing age
▪️ Endometriosis
▪️ Obesity

Early Detection Matters

There is currently no routine screening test for ovarian cancer for women at average risk. Pay attention to persistent symptoms and talk to your healthcare provider if something doesn’t feel right.

UHCC Can Help

University Hospital Cancer Center offers:
✔️ Gynecologic Oncology Care
✔️ Advanced Diagnostics
✔️ Surgery & Chemotherapy
✔️ Genetic Counseling
✔️ Survivorship Support Services

✨ Awareness starts with knowledge. Listen to your body, know your family history, and take charge of your health.

📞 Connect to Care at University Hospital Cancer Center Call 973-972-5108 to learn more about ovarian cancer risk assessment, diagnosis, and treatment options.

06/02/2026

💜 National Cancer Survivor Awareness Month 💜

Every survivor has a story of strength, courage, resilience, and hope.

National Cancer Survivor Awareness Month is a time to honor those who have faced cancer, celebrate their victories, acknowledge their challenges, and recognize that survivorship is about much more than completing treatment. It is about living well, healing, thriving, and finding support every step of the journey.

At University Hospital Cancer Center, we are proud to celebrate and support our survivors through education, wellness, community connection, and resources designed to help individuals navigate life beyond cancer.

🌿 Join us for two special survivorship events this June:

🧘🏾 Tai-Chi: Survivorship Wellness Through Gentle Movement
📅 Tuesday, June 16, 2026
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

🌸 Survivorship in Bloom: Planting Seeds of Healing
📅 Saturday, June 27, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 University Hospital Cancer Center

Both events will feature:

✨ Wellness-focused activities
✨ Educational resources and survivorship support information
✨ Community connections and encouragement
✨ Giveaways and take-home resources
✨ Opportunities to learn about services available to survivors and their families

Whether you are a survivor, caregiver, family member, or friend, we invite you to join us as we celebrate resilience, healing, and hope.

📞 Call today to register: 973-972-5108

We would be honored to serve you and support your survivorship journey.

06/01/2026

**🌿 Tai Chi Class: Survivorship Wellness Through Gentle Movement 🌿**

Join us on **Tuesday, June 16, 2026, from 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM** for an afternoon dedicated to wellness, movement, and healing.

Cancer survivors are invited to reconnect with their bodies and minds through the calming practice of Tai Chi with **Harry Legg**, Guest Instructor. Participants will also learn practical strategies to reduce cancer-related fatigue from **Dr. Amanda Kara**, Physical Therapist at University Hospital.

**Event Highlights:**
• Guided Tai Chi instruction with Harry Legg
• Expert education on managing cancer-related fatigue with Dr. Amanda Kara
• Lunch and refreshments served
• Giveaways and wellness resources
• Opportunities to connect with fellow survivors

**Location:**
205 South Orange Avenue
D-Level (Solarium)
Newark, NJ

Whether you are newly navigating survivorship or looking for new ways to support your health and well-being, this event offers valuable tools, resources, and community.

**Registration is required. Scan the QR code or call 973-972-0961 to reserve your spot today.**

**Take charge of your health and discover the power of movement, wellness, and connection!**

05/18/2026

💙🩺 Nurses Appreciation Month 🩺💙

This May, University Hospital Cancer Center proudly celebrate the heart, strength, compassion, and dedication of our incredible nurses during Nurses Appreciation Month 2026! From providing exceptional patient care to offering comfort, hope, and healing every single day, our nurses are true healthcare heroes who make a lasting difference in the lives of so many.

Join us as we honor and recognize our amazing nursing team with a series of fun, meaningful, and uplifting themed celebrations throughout the month! 🌟
✨ Celebration Lineup:
🦸‍♀️ May 18 – Superhero Day
Wear your superhero gear as we celebrate the everyday heroes among us.
🌸 May 19 – Nurses Bloom Day
A day dedicated to growth, appreciation, and recognizing the beauty nurses bring to patient care.
🤍 May 20 – Remember Our Nurses
Taking time to reflect, honor, and appreciate the compassion and dedication nurses show daily.
🧠 May 21 – Stroke Awareness Day
Helping raise awareness and education surrounding stroke prevention and care.
🙏 May 22 – Day of Gratitude
Share messages, words of encouragement, and appreciation for our nursing staff.
🌍 May 27 – Parade of Nations
Celebrate culture, diversity, and the incredible backgrounds that make our nursing community strong.
🎉 May 28 – Crazy Scrub Day
Bring out your brightest, funniest, and most creative scrubs for a day full of laughter and fun!
💃🏾 May 29 – Afrobeats Zumba
End the celebration with energy, movement, music, and wellness through an exciting Afrobeats Zumba experience!
Thank you to all of our nurses for your unwavering commitment, resilience, and compassionate care. Your impact reaches far beyond the bedside, and this month we celebrate YOU!

Don’t forget to thank all the nurses in your lives and communities. 💙

05/14/2026

May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, and at UHCC we’re committed to helping our community recognize the signs, understand the risks, and feel empowered to seek care early.

Bladder cancer can affect anyone, and early conversations with a healthcare provider can make a difference. This month, we’re sharing important information about symptoms, prevention, and access to support because awareness leads to action.

Pay attention to changes in your body. Ask questions. Advocate for yourself and your loved ones.

📞 Call your provider if symptoms persist.
No provider? Contact us today 973-972-5108

💙Swipe through to learn more and help us spread awareness throughout our community.

04/22/2026

Some cancers don’t make noise early—and that’s why awareness matters. Esophageal cancer often goes unnoticed until symptoms begin to interfere with everyday life. Paying attention to changes in swallowing, ongoing reflux, or unexplained discomfort can make a real difference.

This month is a reminder to listen to your body, know your risks, and prioritize preventive care. Early conversations lead to earlier action.

Need support or care options? Call University Hospital Cancer Center @ 844-CANCERNJ (844-226-2376)

04/09/2026

04/09/2026

Head and neck cancer doesn’t always start with dramatic symptoms. Sometimes it’s a sore in the mouth that won’t heal, a lump in the neck, or trouble swallowing that just doesn’t go away.

These signs can be easy to ignore—but early detection can protect your speech, swallowing, and quality of life.

Swipe through to learn more about:

*What “head and neck cancer” means

*Areas of the body that can be affected

*Major risk factors, including to***co, alcohol, HPV, and poor oral health

*Symptoms you should never ignore

*How to connect to care at University Hospital / Rutgers Cancer Institute

If you have any of these symptoms that persist, please call your healthcare provider.
If you do not have a provider, call 844-CANCERNJ (844-226-2376) to connect to care.

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Head and neck cancer is easier to treat when it’s found early.
Let’s make sure our community knows what to look for.

04/03/2026

Fresh air. Fresh resources. Real community. 💙

Join us for the Fresh Air Resource Fair—a day dedicated to health, wellness, and connection right here in Newark.

🗓 Saturday, April 11, 2026
⏰ 10 AM – 2 PM
📍 CityPlex 12 (Parking Lot), 360 Springfield Ave, Newark, NJ

This isn’t just an event—it’s access.

✔️ Free health screenings
✔️ Community resources
✔️ Family-friendly activities
✔️ Food, games & giveaways

Whether you’re coming for information, support, or just a good time with your family—this space is for YOU.

No barriers. Just community.

Pull up. Bring your people. Let’s prioritize our health together.

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