Working Together to Help Cancer Patients in the Greater Lowell Community
Saints Medical Center and the American Cancer Society renew agreement.

Lowell, MA, September 3, 2008 – Today Saints Medical Center renewed the “Collaboration Agreement” with the American Cancer Society. Each year Saints Medical Center serves hundreds of newly diagnosed cancer patients in the Greater Lowell community. Saints Cancer Center offers an exceptional range of patient care services, including radiation oncology and medical oncology treatments, hematology services, counseling and support, massage therapy, Reiki and patient education.

"By combining the resources of two organizations committed to the welfare of our community, the union of Saints Cancer Center and The American Cancer Society enables us to provide optimal comprehensive cancer care and services. Our mutual focus is on prevention, early detection, as well as, the treatment of cancer with a personal, human touch. Our patients are our family and we are family to our patients.” says Janice Arcand, RNC, MBA, administrator of hematology and oncology services. 

The “Collaboration Agreement” ensures that all newly diagnosed cancer patients at Saints Medical Center are informed of all resources, programs and services provided by the American Cancer Society. Many of the programs and services provided by the American Cancer Society are aimed at improving the quality of life for local cancer patients; by providing transportation for patients to and from treatment through Road to RecoverySM; helping cancer patients cope with appearance related side effects from chemotherapy or radiation treatments, by teaching hands-on cosmetic techniques through Look Good. . .Feel Better®; and many other programs and services available to patients in the Greater Lowell area.