Baptist Health Mission

As a witness to the love of God through Jesus Christ, Baptist Health exists as a voluntary, not-for-profit organization to promote and improve the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of the people and communities it serves through the delivery of quality health care services provided within a framework of fiscal responsibility.

March 2, 2016 Renew Your Strength Educational Series Join us for Renew Your Strength Educational Series Tuesday, 3/8 at Noon for "Caregiver Yesterday, Patient Today" as we hear from a daughter who cared for her mother with breast cancer and years later found herself facing a similar battle. Learn how hope anchors the soul in trying times. Light refreshments will be served in Montgomery Cancer Center's Education Conference Room on the 2nd Floor of 4145 Carmichael Road, Montgomery, AL. Read It All	March 2, 2016 March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of death among cancer in the US. Overall, the lifetime risk of developing colorectal cancer is a little less than 1 in 20 (5%). Regular screening can prevent many cases of colorectal cancer altogether by removing polyps. Screening can also help find colorectal cancer early when it is small and has not spread to other parts of the body. Colorectal cancer is easier to treat when it is caught early. When caught before it has spread to other parts of the body the 5 year survival rate is about 90%. Only 4 in 10 colorectal cancers are found at this early stage when the cancer has not spread outside the colon or rectum. When the cancer has spread outside the colon and rectum, the survival rate is lower. Read It All
February 29, 2016 MCC Launches New Education Series - Renew Your Strength "...but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." - Isaiah 40:31 Read It All	February 9, 2016 Come Join Our Weekly Cancer Support Group Whether you are someone with cancer or someone close to you has cancer, it can be very helpful to talk with others in a similar situation who will understand what you are going through. Support from others who understand can help to improve your ability to cope, your ability to feel more in control over your situation and give you a sense of hope. Read It All
February 1, 2016 National Cancer Prevention Month The American Institute for Cancer Research estimates that one-third of the most common cancers could be prevented with the combination of a healthy diet, regular physical activity, and maintaining a healthy body weight. They recently released the following top ten recommendations for cancer prevention Read It All	January 21, 2016 The USPSTF Published Final Recommendations on Breast Cancer Screening Read It All
January 11, 2016 January is Cervical Health Awareness Month According to The American Cancer Society, Cervical cancer used to be one of the most common causes of death for American women. Over the past 30 years, the number of cervical cancer deaths has decreased by more than 50%. The main reason for this decrease is that women are receiving regular Pap tests. Usually there are no symptoms associated with early cervical cancers and pre-cancers. Regular Pap tests and pelvic exams are the best way to find cervical cancer early. Early detection is key to improving the outcomes of treatment. Read It All	January 4, 2016 Our road to success is under construction beginning January 5, 2016 Montgomery Cancer Center - Montgomery location will begin a renovation of our main entrance on January 5, 2016. This includes the main driveway off Carmichael Road and main entrance to the building. Construction is expected to be completed in April 2016. Read It All