Highland Society Members Honored at Dinner

Eat a Sub: Help a Patient Since 2013, Jersey Mike’s Subs in Laurinburg and Pembroke have raised almost $200,000 through the Scotland Memorial Foundation to support Scotland Cancer Treatment Center patients. Last year, customers eagerly stood in line to purchase their sub and helped raise over $24,000. Franchise owner Ron Gibson chose to support Scotland Cancer Treatment Center to honor his mom and dad who he lost to cancer. Since then, other family members have faced similar battles, so Ron and his family know firsthand the needs of patients seeking treatment. “Many of our patients need help with transportation, medication, wigs, and more,” said Jennifer Wilkes, director of the Cancer Center. “Jersey Mike’s financial support is vital to us providing the additional help our patients need.” The Cancer Center had 10,800 visits last year. Through donations from individuals and businesses like Jersey Mike’s, these patients were assisted with $58,000 this past year. During the month of March, customers are encouraged to donate or round up when buying their meal. On March 26, 100 percent of sales will support cancer patients. Orders can be placed by phone ahead of time. Order placed on the mobile app must be placed on March 26 to count towards the Day of Giving. “This is always such an exciting day to see all our friends and family come out to support such a worthy cause,” said Misty McMillan, executive director of the Foundation. “I’m always amazed at the smiles that are on each face while they wait in long lines. That’s true generosity.” The Day of Giving at Jersey Mike’s locations at 12280 McColl Road in Laurinburg and 409 West Third Street in Pembroke will benefit the Scotland Cancer Treatment Center. The Laurinburg location can be reached at 910-266-0013 and the Pembroke location can be reached at 910-521-4055.

Scotland Memorial Foundation and Scotland Health Care System partnered with the Scotland County Health Department to host their annual Women’s Health Event – Healthy TogetHER on February 6 at The Highlands. Over 160 women registered for the new format evening event which included local vendors, chair massages, facials, free health screenings, and more activities geared toward women and their health. Dr. Hannah Woriax, surgical oncologist, spoke to those in attendance about the importance of breast health and regular self-checkups. She also answered questions from the audience and encouraged them not to skip their mammograms. Sandra Wilkes, a registered dietitian nutritionist held a cooking demonstration and challenged women to make healthy eating choices. She warned against TikTok fad diets but instead encouraged women, as they lined up to try the freshly made cabbage soup, to find food they enjoy making it easier to maintain healthy eating habits. During the night participants could graze the spread of healthy food options including grilled chicken, pasta salad, fruits, and vegetables. Guests could also paint small art pieces which studies show help reduce stress levels. Each woman in attendance received a goodie bag with a healthy eating plate designed to aid in portion control. The first 20 women registered received a plush bathrobe. Throughout the night door prizes were given away including a Michael Kors purse from Scotland Health partners in Imaging and Mammography. “Any time you change the format of an event, you don’t always know how it will be received,” said Misty McMillan, executive director of the Foundation. “This event proved to be a success, and I think the women in attendance not only got to learn about their health but experience it.” According to McMillan, one attendee when leaving the event shared that she felt better than when she came. “That’s what it’s all about – how we can make our neighbors and communities feel better.”