Part of the mission of the Hollings Cancer Center is to advance the understanding of cancer. To that end, we seek to move beyond our hospitals and facilities into the communities we serve. Our community and outreach programs increase awareness and understanding of the importance of cancer prevention,early detection, and timely treatment. It also is important to us to support our cancer survivors, and we have a number of innovative programs.  Finally, outreach is a two way initiative. We welcome area residents to join our volunteer program and join our efforts to make hope a reality.

Prevention
Our prevention programs include screening events, a mobile health unit, multiple breast cancer prevention programs, smoking cessation programs, and genetic counseling.

Survivorship
The Hollings Cancer Center provides support groups, the Looking Glass Shop, Dragon Boat Charleston, Camp Bluebird, psycho-oncology services, Middle Eastern dance, yoga, and other sponsored events.

Cancer Disparities Program
The Hollings Cancer Center Cancer Disparities Program, led by Dr. Marvella E. Ford, brings critical resources to those who need it them most, and its leadership advocates for policies and services that focus on the disproportionate health burden facing minority populations in our state.

Volunteer Opportunities
There are many ways in which you can make a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families.The Hollings Cancer Center Cancer Disparities Program, led by Dr. Marvella E. Ford, brings critical resources to those who need it them most, and its leadership advocates for policies and services that focus on the disproportionate health burden facing minority populations in our state.