NATCHITOCHES, LA - Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Natchitoches is hosting a community open house event on Tuesday, July 28 for local residents, guests and elected officials. Patients across the region now have access to Louisiana's largest and most comprehensive cancer care network dedicated to cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and survivorship. At this event, the public can visit and explore everything their local Cancer Center has to offer.

This event is open to the public and members of the media.

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Tour the Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center facility
• Learn about the oncology services available in Natchitoches and the surrounding region
• Meet members of the Cancer Center team and staff
• Hear a brief informational program
• Enjoy light refreshments and giveaways
• Connect with healthcare professionals, community members, and local business leaders

Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is a regional cancer care organization that has been fighting cancer for more than 50 years. Serving the community since 2024, the Cancer Center in Natchitoches is one of twenty-two centers located across Louisiana and Southwest Mississippi. Residents are able to conveniently access local oncology services, hematology, endocrinology and gynecology services, ensuring seamless care close to home.

To learn more about Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center in Natchitoches, visit marybird.org/location/natchitoches/.Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center is Louisiana's largest cancer care organization and has been leading the fight against cancer for more than 50 years. Founded in Baton Rouge in 1971 by a group of community leaders, the Cancer Center now serves every region of Louisiana and communities across southwest Mississippi. With the most expansive team of highly-trained oncologists leveraging innovative therapies and technologies, Mary Bird Perkins is offerinf the most personlized treatment options available in the Gulf South. The Cancer Center's emphasis on community-based care allows patients to access these resources close to home. From early detection through our innovative Prevention on the Go screening and education program, to diagnosis, treatment and life after cancer, Mary Bird Perkins offers a wide array of individualized support services to improve survivorship and lessen the burden of cancer. For more information, visit marybird.org.