Mercer County to Host Cancer Prevention Walk

Event aims to raise awareness and support for those affected by cancer.

Published on Feb. 20, 2026

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The Mercer County Coalition for Healthy Communities is organizing a cancer prevention walk in Princeton, West Virginia on February 24, 2026. The event will feature guest speakers from WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital and aims to raise awareness about cancer prevention and offer support to those affected by the disease.

Why it matters

Cancer can impact people of all ages, so it's important to promote early detection and prevention. This walk provides an opportunity for the community to come together, learn about cancer resources, and show support for those dealing with the disease.

The details

The cancer prevention walk will take place at noon, starting at the Children's Home Society of WV in Princeton. Candace Harless, the chairperson for the Mercer County Coalition for Healthy Communities, emphasized the importance of cancer prevention and early detection, noting that the disease can happen at any stage of life.

  • The cancer prevention walk will take place on February 24, 2026.

The players

Mercer County Coalition for Healthy Communities

A local organization in Mercer County, West Virginia that is hosting the cancer prevention walk.

WVU Medicine Princeton Community Hospital

A healthcare provider that will have guest speakers at the cancer prevention walk.

Candace Harless

The chairperson for the Mercer County Coalition for Healthy Communities.

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What they’re saying

“Cancer prevention is for everybody. When we are younger, we kind of think it's an older disease. It's as if we don't have to worry about it until we're in our later years. Cancer can happen at any point in life and it's really important to know about the early detection and prevention part of cancer so it's not too late. You can get the support and resources you need in the community.”

— Candace Harless, Chairperson, Mercer County Coalition for Healthy Communities

The takeaway

This cancer prevention walk is an important community event that aims to raise awareness, provide support, and promote early detection of cancer, which can impact people of all ages. By coming together, the Mercer County community can learn about available resources and take steps to prioritize their health.