Take Back Day – Saturday, October 27
The National Prescription Drug Take Back Day addresses a crucial public safety and public health issue. According to the 2016 National Survey on Drug Use and Health, 6.2 million Americans misused controlled prescription drugs. The study shows that a majority of abused prescription drugs were obtained from family and friends, often from the home medicine cabinet. The […]
“Pink Game” Supports Resources for Cancer Survivors
Thursday night, the Eisenhower H.S. volleyball team and their coaches presented the CCSI Charitable Foundation with a check for $349, which was raised for their “Pink Game” against Urbana H.S. These funds will be used to provide much appreciated patient resources to our local cancer survivors. Pictured: Shannon Nail, LPC, Counselor/Patient Advocate – Cancer Care […]
Women’s Wellness Event
CCSI’s Dr. Philip Dy will be one of the featured presenters at HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital’s upcoming Women’s Wellness Event, “Navigating a Cancer Diagnosis: What to Expect on Your Journey”. Thursday October 18, 2018 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM Thelma Keller Convention Center 1202 N Keller Drive Effingham IL 62401 Admission is free; however, […]
Dr. James Wade, III Receives David King Community Clinical Scientist Award
The Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC) has selected Dr. James Wade, III to receive the 2018 David King Community Clinical Scientist Award. “The David King Community Clinical Scientist Award recognizes active community clinical research leaders. Award winners have demonstrated leadership in the development, participation, and evaluation of clinical studies and/or are active in the development […]
Dr. Wade Named Finalist for Entrepreneur of the Year Chamber Award
Decatur, IL – The Greater Decatur Chamber of Commerce has announced the finalists for the “Entrepreneur of the Year” award, which will be presented on September 13, 2018 at the annual Chamber Awards Ceremony. The finalists in this category are Terri Chance, owner of Mister Softee, Debbie Hill, owner of Debbie’s Diner, and Dr. James […]
Free Prostate Cancer Screenings
Prostate Cancer is the most common non-skin cancer among American men. Men age 50 and older and African American men age 40 and older should get screened. DMH Cancer Care Institute, Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois, Carpenters Local 742 and the Us TOO support group have teamed up to offer free prostate cancer screenings. Free […]
Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois Expands Services to Greenville
Greenville, IL – Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois (CCSI) is pleased to announce the opening of its newest clinic in partnership with HSHS Holy Family Hospital in Greenville. Bassam Maalouf, MD, and Kristi Toennies, FNP, AOCNP, are seeing patients in Greenville on Mondays as of July 30, 2018, within the Specialty Clinic at HSHS Holy […]
Welcome Leah D. Teichmiller, PA-C
Effingham, IL – Cancer Care Specialists of Illinois (CCSI) is pleased to announce the addition of Leah D. Teichmiller, Physician Assistant, to its practice in May 2018. She primarily sees patients at Crossroads Cancer Center in Effingham and provides services in coordination with Dr. Philip Dy and Dr. Hanna Saba. Teichmiller obtained her Bachelor of […]
4th Annual KERBYSTRONG 100
This Saturday, July 21st at Macon Speedway, don’t miss the 4th Annual KERBYSTRONG 100 Race to Win the Fight Against Cancer! We are proud to sponsor this exciting race for a GREAT cause once again! Kerby Strong is dedicated to raising funds to help local cancer patients through inspiration, education and support. Come out and enjoy […]
National Cancer Survivors Day 2018
Come Celebrate With Us! National Cancer Survivors Day Thursday, June 14th at 6:00 pm Decatur Conference Center and Hotel 4191 W. US Route 36 Hosted by: Cancer Care Specialists Charitable Fund Decatur Memorial Hospital HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital RSVP by June 8th to 217-876-4750