Focus Hawaii American Cancer Society
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Description
Hosted by Lance Chase, this Focus Hawaii episode features an in‑depth discussion with American Cancer Society volunteers Shirlee Goodgame and Dr. Jerald Takesono, who share their experiences serving Windward Oahu communities through cancer education, prevention programs, patient support services, and volunteer‑driven initiatives. Together they explain ACS efforts such as smoke‑free youth programs, nutrition and early‑detection education, oncology nursing recognition, cancer‑survivor support groups, transportation assistance, equipment lending, and the vital role of volunteers in sustaining these services. The episode highlights local challenges, community outreach needs, personal stories of cancer survival, and the positive impact ACS programs have on patients and families throughout Hawai‘i.
Length of Video
00:29:15
File Size
2.5GB
Archives Call Number
22.FH
Air Date
1991
Keywords
American Cancer Society, ACS Hawaii, cancer education, cancer prevention, community health outreach, Windward Oahu, volunteer programs, cancer support services, Smoke‑Free Class of 2000, oncology nursing, Nurse of Hope, patient assistance, Angels on Wheels, Toppers program, breast cancer support, chemotherapy recovery, health education, St. Francis Medical Center, Hauʻula community, cancer awareness, fundraising events, wellness and nutrition, public health initiatives, Hawaii healthcare
Disciplines
Life Sciences | Medicine and Health Sciences
Recommended Citation
Chase, Lance; Goodgame, Shirlee; and Takesono, Dr. Jerald, "Focus Hawaii American Cancer Society" (1991). Focus Hawaii. 118.
https://digitalcollections.byuh.edu/focushawaii/118