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World Lung Cancer Day

World Lung Cancer Day is August 1. LUNG FORCE Hero Melinda M. shares her powerful story to highlight the importance of lung cancer screening for those at high risk and to inspire others to protect their lung health.

Posted
07/31/26 3:23 PM

The Five S’s of Sun Safety

July is UV Awareness Month! UV exposure is the leading cause of most skin cancers, so be sure to practice these sun‑safety tips all year long to protect your skin. Have a fun and safe summer!

Posted
07/17/26 11:01 AM

The UV Index and Your Skin

Understanding the UV Index is an important part of practicing everyday sun safety. By recognizing the level of UV exposure risk and taking the right steps to protect your skin from the sun.

Posted
07/16/26 3:55 PM

A Bit About the Coalition

Cape Atlantic Coalition for Health is a regional chronic disease prevention coalition funded by the New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Cancer Control and Prevention. Our purpose is to reduce the state's cancer burden and improve health outcomes for people with, or at risk for, cancer and other chronic diseases in Atlantic and Cape may counties. For more information on comprehensive cancer control, visit www.njcancer.gov. Shore Medical Center is the lead agency for Atlantic and Cape May counties. The CACH is working on a variety of projects to improve our community's health. You can help by becoming involved by being a member or volunteer. Anyone interested should call 609-653-3923.

Cape Atlantic Coalition for Health

c/o Shore Medical Center, Cancer Center
100 Medical Center Way
Somers Point, NJ 08244
Phone: 609-653-3923