The Truth About Cancer

Wednesday, April 16 at 8:00 PM
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Why does anyone still die of cancer? Award-winning filmmaker Linda Garmon shares the story of her husband’s battle with the disease. She also documents other cancer stories that take place in the same hospital and institutions where her husband was treated.

Part science, part personal catharsis, part character-driven storytelling, this powerful documentary uncovers the truth about cancer and tell us where we stand in fighting the battle against the disease. Immediately after, news journalist and breast cancer survivor Linda Ellerbee hosts a 30-minute follow-up discussion, “Take One Step: A Conversation About Cancer with Linda Ellerbee.” The panel covers the importance of prevention and screenings, what to expect if you or a loved one is diagnosed and how to live with the disease.

During the broadcast, WVIZ/PBS viewers will have an opportunity to speak directly with health professionals about their questions and concerns. Free resource guides will also be available from ideastream and The Gathering Place.

Download the Living with Cancer resource guide PDF

To order The Truth About Cancer on DVD, call 800-255-9424 or visit Shop PBS.

FREE SKIN CANCER SCREENINGS OFFERED THIS SPRING
1 in 5 Americans will develop some form of skin cancer during their lifetime

The American Cancer Society, American Academy of Dermatology and the Cleveland Dermatological Society are sponsoring free skin cancer screenings throughout April and May.  May is National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention month. This free screening is part of a national campaign to encourage early detection and to teach prevention. Area Dermatologists will conduct the screenings. Reservations may be made by calling the sites. 

Fisher Titus Hospital (Norwalk) 4/26 (419) 668-8101 ext. 6417
Elyria Memorial 4/26 (440) 329-7860
University Hospital Chagrin Highlands 5/2 (216) 844-7394
University Hospital-Westlake 5/3 (216) 844-7394
Cleveland Clinic Cancer Center at Fairview 5/10 (877) 234-3488
Akron General Medical Center 5/10 (330) 344-2462, 888-454-9914
Southwest General Hospital 5/10 (440) 816-8035
Cleveland Clinic Independence 5/10 (216) 986-4060
Hillcrest Hospital 5/10 (440) 312-6242
Lake Hospital 5/10 (440) 953-6000
University Hospital-Twinsburg 5/10 (216) 844-7394
Warren 5/20 (877-700-4647)

Skin cancer is the most common and the most preventable type of cancer. More than one million people in the United States will be diagnosed with skin cancer this year.

Damage due to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun is the biggest culprit linked to skin cancer. However, the majority of skin cancers can be prevented with proper protection from the sun. Early detection is critical to the successful treatment of skin cancer.

Appointments for the skin screenings are scheduled on a first-come, first serve basis. Individuals must call to schedule an appointment. 

For more information about skin cancer, call the American Cancer Society toll free anytime at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit the web site at www.cancer.org.

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