Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Springhill

10/28/2026

Barbershop Bash Mississippi, presented by United Health Foundation, is coming soon! 💈🎗️

Join us in Natchez on Saturday, November 14 for a free community health event featuring prostate and colorectal cancer screenings, along with biometric screenings, health vendors, food, music and activities for the whole family.

📅 Saturday, November 14
⏰ 9 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Don’s Barber Style Shop
6 St. Catherine Street, Natchez, MS

Visit the link in the comments to learn more or to make an appointment.

Help us spread the word and share this free screening opportunity with someone who may benefit.

10/26/2026

⛳️💗 What an incredible way to tee up support for cancer care.

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is incredibly grateful to Air Liquide for selecting us as the beneficiary of this year’s Tee Up Fore Life Golf Tournament at Carter Plantation.

In the first year of this partnership, the event raised an amazing $224,500+ to support Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Gonzales and help strengthen care for patients and families across the Ascension community.

We’re especially thankful to everyone who helped make the tournament possible, from the Air Liquide team and sponsors to the golfers and supporters who came together for such a meaningful cause.

This partnership is a powerful example of what can happen when a community rallies around a shared mission. We are honored to be part of it and deeply grateful for Air Liquide’s commitment to advancing cancer care close to home.

Thank you for helping us make a lasting impact. 💕

10/24/2026

Getting screened is one of the most important things you can do for your health. 💙

Free cancer screenings are available in communities across Louisiana this October, making it easier to take that step close to home.

UPCOMING FREE CANCER SCREENINGS:

📍 Greensburg – St. Helena Parish Hospital Rural Health Clinic
📅 Monday, October 26 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
🩺 Screenings Available: Breast, Colorectal & Skin

📍 Clinton – Police Jury
📅 Wednesday, October 28 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
🩺 Screenings Available: Breast, Colorectal & Skin

Screenings are free, and the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center team can help you understand which screenings may be right for you based on your age and risk factors.

Make your appointment today online or call (225) 215-1234. Find the scheduling link in the comments.

10/23/2026

10/23/2026

This week, we’re celebrating the incredible team members behind two important areas of patient care. 💜

In recognition of National Pharmacy Week and Medical Assistants Recognition Week, we’re shining a light on the pharmacy and medical assistant teams across Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.

Their work may look different from role to role and location to location, but the impact is shared, helping patients feel supported, helping care teams stay connected and helping each day run with compassion and excellence.

📸 Take a look at just a few of the team members we’re proud to celebrate this week, and join us in celebrating some of the outstanding pharmacy professionals and medical assistants who make a difference every day.

To our pharmacy professionals and medical assistants: thank you for the expertise, dedication and heart you bring to our patients, families and one another every day. 👏

10/22/2026

A day dedicated to health, early detection and the Northshore community. 🙌

Live Well Northshore, presented by the Ben Blanchard Foundation, brought free cancer screenings to the Covington Trailhead, giving community members an opportunity to take charge of their health while staying close to home.

This year, 128 participants received 228 cancer screenings. Of those who participated, 40% had never been screened before, a powerful reminder of why bringing screenings directly into the community matters.

📸 Take a look back at some of our favorite moments from the day!

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making Live Well Northshore possible!
Humana Healthy Horizons | Chevron | Netchex | Boston Scientific | Cleco

Missed Live Well Northshore? 🎗️ Free cancer screenings are offered in communities across Louisiana throughout the year. Click the link in the first comment to find an upcoming screening near you. 👇

10/21/2026

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center has taken a unique path in an era of healthcare consolidation.

A new Greater Baton Rouge Business Report feature explores how Mary Bird Perkins has maintained its independence as a nonprofit organization focused exclusively on cancer care while building a growing network of partnerships with hospitals and healthcare organizations across Louisiana.

That model allows Mary Bird Perkins to concentrate its resources on outpatient cancer care while working with partners that provide access to services such as operating rooms, emergency departments and inpatient facilities. Some partnerships are primarily facility-based, while others include deeper financial and governance collaboration.

Our President and CEO, Dr. Jonas Fontenot, says that kind of independent, cancer-focused model has become increasingly rare nationwide:
“We’re always capable of accomplishing more when we work together with a partner.”

That collaborative approach has helped Mary Bird Perkins expand access to cancer care while remaining focused on its mission and maintaining its independence.

👉Read the full story from the link in the comments. A subscription is required to read the full article.

10/20/2026

When facing breast cancer, you shouldn't have to navigate different specialists and treatment decisions on your own. 💗

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, our comprehensive breast cancer program brings specialized breast surgeons, medical oncologists, radiation oncologists and advanced imaging together to evaluate your individual needs and build a personalized treatment plan.

🎗️ That collaborative approach can mean faster answers, better coordination between specialists and a care plan designed specifically for you.

Discover more reasons patients choose Mary Bird Perkins for their cancer care through the link in the comments. ⬇️

10/19/2026

Clinical trials shape the future of cancer care. And for local patients, bringing an innovative cancer treatment closer to home can make a meaningful difference. 🔬💙

This National Pharmacy Week, we're highlighting the specialized pharmacy team helping make that possible at Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center.

Our dedicated research pharmacy supports clinical trials by safely managing investigational medications, complex treatment plans and the strict protocols required to bring emerging cancer therapies to patients.

💊 Our research pharmacy currently supports active clinical trials at our Essen, Covington and Metairie locations.

Their work happens largely behind the scenes, but its impact can reach patients today while helping shape cancer treatment for the future.

Read more about our dedicated research pharmacy and the team behind it through the link in the comments.

10/17/2026

Getting screened is one of the most important things you can do for your health. 💙

Free cancer screenings are available in communities across Louisiana this October, making it easier to take that step close to home.

UPCOMING FREE CANCER SCREENINGS:

📍 Baton Rouge – Woman's Hospital
📅 Tuesday, October 20 | 4:30 p.m. – 7 p.m.
🩺 Screenings Available: Breast & Colorectal

📍 Jonesville – Ford's Food Center
📅 Thursday, October 22 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
🩺 Screenings Available: Breast, Colorectal & Skin

📍 Columbia – Brookshire's
📅 Friday, October 23 | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
🩺 Screenings Available: Breast, Colorectal, Prostate & Skin

Screenings are free, and the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center team can help you understand which screenings may be right for you based on your age and risk factors.

Make your appointment today online or call (225) 215-1234. Find the scheduling link in the comments.

10/16/2026

NORTHSHORE: Tomorrow is your chance to step up for your health. ❤️

Live Well Northshore, presented by Ben Blanchard Foundation, is happening Saturday at the Covington Trailhead, offering FREE screenings for four types of cancer:
🎗️ Breast
🎗️ Colorectal
🎗️ Prostate
🎗️ Skin

📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 Covington Trailhead | 419 N. New Hampshire St.

Thank you to our incredible sponsors for making Live Well Northshore possible!
Humana Healthy Horizons | Chevron | Netchex | Boston Scientific | Cleco

More details in the link in the comments. We can't wait to see you tomorrow at Live Well Northshore!🎊

10/06/2026

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: your reminder to know when you should be screened. 🎗️

For women at average risk, annual clinical breast exams and mammograms are recommended starting at age 40. If you have a family history of breast cancer or other risk factors, talk with your healthcare provider about whether you may need additional or earlier screening.

Screening can help find breast cancer before symptoms appear, when there may be more options for successful treatment. 🩷

💡 Knowing your risk, what changes to watch for and when to get screened can help you take a more active role in your breast health.

Learn more about breast cancer, including screening recommendations, risk factors, symptoms and treatment options, through the link below. 👇

10/01/2026

💗 October is here, and it’s time to GEAUX PINK!

All month long, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is inviting our communities to come together in support of those impacted by cancer.

Whether you wear pink, host a fundraiser, rally your workplace, school or team, or simply help spread the word, every effort can make a meaningful difference for patients and families.

Geaux Pink is about showing support, raising awareness and standing together with those facing cancer, right here in the communities we call home.

💕 Join us this October and help make an impact.

09/09/2026

During GYN Cancer Awareness Month, we’re reminding women that changes in their health are worth paying attention to, and that getting answers may start with asking more questions.

If you’ve received a diagnosis, have concerns about persistent symptoms or simply want another perspective on your care, seeking a second opinion can help you feel more informed and confident about your next steps.

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, you can connect directly with one of our physicians to discuss your diagnosis, treatment options or concerns. A referral is not always required to start that conversation. If something doesn’t feel right, or if you’d like another expert perspective, don’t wait to take the next step.

To make an appointment with one of our physicians, visit the link in the first comment.

06/07/2026

Today is National Cancer Survivors Day. 🎗️

At Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center, we join communities across the country in honoring the strength, resilience and hope of cancer survivors.

Behind every survivor is a journey filled with challenges, milestones, courage and the support of loved ones who walked beside them along the way.

Today, we celebrate the survivors in our community and recognize the incredible strength they show every day. Their stories remind us why this work matters and inspire us to continue bringing compassionate, patient-centered cancer care close to home.

To every survivor: thank you for allowing us to be part of your journey. We celebrate you today and every day. 💝

05/04/2026

For our first Melanoma Monday, we’re sharing a powerful reminder of why early detection matters. 💛

When Trudie Jarreau visited Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center's Prevention on the Go mobile medical unit for a free mammogram, she never expected that mentioning a small spot on her neck would lead to a diagnosis that could save her life. With support from our team and patient navigation services, she was able to get answers and begin the follow-up care she needed.

🎗️ Her story is a meaningful reminder not to ignore changes in your skin and not to put off getting screened.

📖 Read the blog: https://bit.ly/3ORHQmG