Wellness Starts Here. At the GW Cancer Prevention and Wellness Center, located on the historic St. Elizabeths campus in Southeast Washington, DC. The Wellness Center was established as a welcoming space for proactive, community-centered health and wellness. Just steps from the Congress Heights Metro Station, it focuses on reducing cancer risk and improving overall well-being, especially for historically underserved residents in communities East of the River.
Help us raise $10,000 to power community programs at our new home for prevention, connection, and everyday health and wellness.
A Community Hub for Health and Hope
More than a building, the Wellness Center is a hub for empowerment and connection. Through expert-led classes, community events, and clinical research opportunities, it helps individuals take control of their health using the six pillars of lifestyle medicine. Your gift will support future programming to include:
• Fitness & Movement: beginner-friendly classes, walking groups, chair yoga, strength & balance
• Cancer Screenings: screening navigation, reminders, transportation support, follow-up help
• Food & Nutrition: cooking classes, pantry connections, budget-smart grocery tours
• Stress & Sleep: mindfulness, breathwork, sleep hygiene, coping skills for patients & caregivers
• Community Joy: family movie nights, health fairs, neighborhood events that bring us together
When faced with cancer, there are many difficult questions
Who are the best doctors? Where can I get help? Will I get well? But there's no question about where to go: The GW Cancer Center.
The GW Cancer Center boasts state-of-the-art research facilities dedicated to cancer discovery through interdisciplinary collaboration with scientists and clinicians throughout GW.
We are pleased that you have selected the GW Cancer Center to provide your cancer care and support. The information found here will acquaint you with available information and resources.
The GW Cancer Center provides a comprehensive range of research education and career development programs designed to equip the next generation of scientists and health care providers.
The GW Cancer Center Patient Experience
Joy West
Vocal Cord Cancer
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Jeffrey Gray
Prostate Cancer
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Claudia Acosta
Colon Cancer
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We’re a cancer center that brings science to the bedside for prevention and treatment, delivers interdisciplinary care, is engaged with our diverse communities to understand their cancer priorities, and influences policy across health systems.
