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Lung Cancer
December
A virtual class for those in the Fairmont, Mankato and New Prague area offering compassionate, cancer-related education and support. Share your experiences and learn about coping with the challenges of cancer. Caregivers are welcome to attend.
Call the Andreas Cancer Center to register. You will receive a Zoom link upon registration, which you then click on when it's time for the group to start. Check your junk mail if you don't see it in your email inbox.
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