Missouri Cancer Associates

For the month of MAY, we highlighted the Culture Key of INITIATIVE - We see a need and we take action to get it done. We are proud to announce LOUIS LOGAN as our 44th award winner for our Culture Recognition program. Louis has been with MCA less than 2 years but has made a HUGE impact! He is a natural seeker of knowledge and consistently demonstrates initiative in all he does. He recently displayed initiative when he saw a collapsed patient in our parking lot and assis...ted him into his car. Once in the car, the patient stopped breathing. Louis called for assistance and, without hesitation, lowered the patient to the ground and performed CPR. Louis is a rock star and we will be cheering him on to his goal of becoming a CRNA this fall as he continues his educational journey! Congrats Louis!

Happy Retirement Susan Small! Susan has been an integral part of our radiation team for 12 years! She’s felt every emotion alongside our patients throughout their cancer journeys. To know Susan is to love her. She has the biggest heart and will be sorely missed. Retirement will be sweet for Susan as it means a new season to enjoy more time with grandbabies and her garden! We know she won’t be idle that’s for sure! CONGRATS Susan! ENJOY every well deserved minute!

Wishing Mung a happy 5-year workaversary! Mung is one of our three Nurse Practitioners. We are lucky to have her expertise, warm smile, and caring heart. Congrats!

Foods that are rich in fiber are important for those on a diabetic diet. But fiber-filled foods can help anyone manage their weight, heart health, and more. Click to learn about the importance of fiber and find some great tips on which foods to eat! https://www.everydayhealth.com//type-2-diabetes-live-bette

Today is National Best Friends Day! For many of us, best friends become family, and having their support during trying times can make all the difference. Plus, they know how to make you laugh. Reach out to your best friend today and let them know how much you appreciate them! In their honor, share a story about how your best friend helps make your life better.

There for you every step of the way! From diagnosis to survivorship! #strongertogether

May the new year bring you peace, joy, and happiness! #newbeginnings

We have the best ENGAGEMENT committee!! They continue to add Christmas spirit by surprising us with little gifts and random acts of kindness. We appreciate the thoughtfulness that went into making Christmas for our staff and patients special this year. Thank you!

For the month of December, we highlighted the Culture Key of ENGAGEMENT -- We are empowered to play an active role and bring new ideas to the enhancement of the MCA experience. We are proud to announce the 39th award winner as Tammy Allphin. Tammy has been a member of the MCA team for only 5 months, but she has made a BIG impact in a short amount of time! Tammy is always willing to help out a fellow co-worker with their work load. She demonstrates the culture key of ENGAGEMENT perfectly as she contribute to celebrate birthdays and special events around the office. Tammy is always involving, sharing and encouraging her co-workers and has taken on additional duties. Congrats TAMMY!

TWELVE Days of Inspiration. On the 11th day of inspiration, our patients gave us... the power of YES YOU CAN! #MCAPatientsRock #TwelveDaysOfInspiration #Strength

Scheduling wellness visits with your primary doctor is important for adults. Wellness exams are comprehensive visits that allow physicians to identify preventive measures that can keep you healthy. This includes adult vaccinations, depression and memory testing, cancer risk, and additional screenings your doctor may prescribe.

TWELVE Days of Inspiration. On the 12th day of inspiration, our patients gave to us....behind every scar, there is an untold story of survival. #MCAPatientsRock #TwelveDaysOfInspiration #Strength

In a huge step forward for our patients and communities, front line staff at Missouri Cancer Associates & Urology Associates of Central MO received their first round of the COVID-19 vaccine today. The arrival of a vaccine has brought hope to our community as we continue to battle the pandemic. In order to control the spread of the coronavirus, it's important to remain vigilant - #WearAMask, keep your distance, wash your hands.

TWELVE Days of Inspiration. On the 10th day of inspiration, our patients gave us...not to take on big things. Instead, make big things small and small things big! #MCAPatientsRock #TwelveDaysOfInspiration

Dealing with daily pain is difficult. For those navigating arthritis or other issues that cause joint and muscle pain, here are some tips to help alleviate some measure of pain. Always talk with your doctor before starting a new exercise routine. https://www.arthritis-health.com//11-ways-relieve-pain-nat

‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and foodlots of food. Here are some tips on how to manage diabetes during the holidays.

Thank you to Our Lady of Lourdes 8th grade girls volleyball team for raising over $3,000 in memory of coach Lisa Wright. The Gurucharri Foundation helps MCA cancer patients in need. We appreciate the community support!

TWELVE Days of Inspiration. On the 9th day of inspiration, our patients gave us..."despite the knockdowns in life, we have to get back up and live life!" #MCAPatientsRock #TwelveDaysOfInspiration #Strength

For the month of October, we are highlighting the Culture Key of Passion - Showing that we do what we love and love what we do. We are proud to announce our 37th award winner for our Culture Recognition program, Alicia Allison. Alicia has been greeting patients with a smile at MCA for almost 14 years. Alicia gets to know patients and frequently will escort a patient to the lab, radiation dressing area, or wherever they need to go-all of which make the patient experience at MCA even better! Alicia shows passion for her job and toward patients each and every day. We are so proud to have her a part of our team! #MCAStaffRock

More than ever, we have to look out for one another. Getting your annual flu shot not only protects you, but it can help protect your loved ones who may be at high-risk. The CDC recommends everyone over the age of 6 months get a flu shot. Let's take care of each other.

Congratulations to MCA staff winners for wearing pink all October to celebrate #breastcancerawarenessmonth! Congrats to 1st place- Barbara Bulanda, 2nd place- Jaynee Akers and 3rd place- Anna Ingles! #PinkOut

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Lung cancer doesn’t usually cause symptoms until it has spread. That’s why the idea of screening looking for lung cancer in people who do not have any symptoms can be helpful. It has the potential to find the cancer earlier, when it might be easier to treat. The American Cancer Society has provided a list of guidelines on who should consider early screening for lung cancer.

Halloween2020! We love to have fun at MCA! Check out our creative staff and their costumes. 1st place: PET/CT Techs: Sanderson Sisters 2nd place: Radiation Therapy Techs: Neon Dancers... Thanks to everyone who dressed up! Our physicians especially loved the Call Center's replica of their 2019 Holiday card--check it out!. #HappyHalloween

MCA's Annual Pumpkin Contest was a huge hit! Thank you for each department for your participation! This year we also added online voting and had great engagement! The winners are..... 1st place winner-Oscar the Grouch! Decorated by our Central Business Office Team 2nd place winner-Military Man! Decorated by our Pharmacy Team

Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women, but due to COVID-19, many people delayed or canceled their cancer screenings and exams. Preventative screening can help detect cancer early, when it is easier to treat. For those at higher risk for lung cancer, getting yearly low-dose CT scans before symptoms start may increase survival rates by as much as 20 percent. Don’t wait. Screen today. : https://www.boone.org//Stewart-Cance/Lung-Cancer-Screening)

Movember is the annual charity event when guys grow out their moustaches during the month of November to help raise funds and awareness for men’s healthspecifically, mental health and suicide prevention, prostate cancer, and testicular cancer. Click to learn more about the cause and charity events.

We've got a major treat for you. We know that Halloween may look a little different this year, but here's a list of spooky treats you can make at home that will scare up some smiles.

#GivingBack We appreciate the Kirksville Country Club Golf Team for donating $1,100 worth of gas cards. It's through generous community support that we can assist our patients with additional support.

Pick your favorite pumpkin! MCA staff teamed up to creatively design pumpkins for a #halloweenpumkin contest. Vote by adding your favorite pumpkin's number in the comments below by noon on Friday (October 30) and we will announce the winner. Pumpkins will be on display in the Columbia location all week. Vote in person or below in the comment section!