Anchorage, AK – July 15, 2025 –Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation (AIOF), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding access and improving cancer care for all Alaskans, is thrilled to announce the First Annual Cancer Screening Day at the Alaska State Fair on Thursday, August 21, 2025. Held between Raven Hall and the Farm Exhibit on the Fairgrounds, this event underscores AIOF’s mission to ensure every Alaskan has access to life-saving cancer screening and education in a welcoming, community-centered environment.
From 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM AKDT, fairgoers can take advantage of free prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests for prostate cancer screening, get screened for breast cancer with a mammogram in the mobile mammography unit provided by Providence Imaging Center, receive an HPV vaccine through Let Every Woman Know along with consult with medical professionals from a wide range of cancer screening specialties. All services offered on Cancer Screening Day are free of charge to attendees, except for mammograms, which will bill your insurance or help provide financial assistance through Alaska Breast & Cervical Heath Check for those that are eligible.
From 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM AKDT, fairgoers are invited to participate in free prostate-specific antigen (PSA) tests for prostate cancer screening, receive HPV vaccinations through Let Every Woman Know and consult with medical professionals representing a wide range of cancer screening specialties.
Mammograms will also be available on-site through the Providence Imaging Center’s mobile mammography unit. While mammograms are not free and will be billed to your insurance, the Alaska Breast and Cervical Health Check Program will be available for those who may may be eligible for financial assistance.
“At Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation, we believe early detection is the key to better outcomes,” said Jess Gutzwiler, Vice President of Community Engagement & Philanthropy at AIOF, “By bringing our community partners together on the platform of the Alaska State Fair we are working on bringing screening to a fun environment where people already are. We want to uplift our community partners and empower Alaskans to prioritize their health in a setting they already love.”
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with a diverse group of non-profits across the cancer screening and awareness who will provide information on cancer screening and prevention. Informational booths and one-on-one consultations will address questions about prostate, breast, and other cancer screenings, ensuring fairgoers leave informed and empowered.
Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with a diverse group of nonprofits dedicated to cancer screening and awareness. These organizations will offer valuable information on cancer prevention and early detection. Informational booths and one-on-one consultations will be available to address questions about prostate, breast, and other cancer screenings, ensuring fairgoers leave feeling informed, supported, and empowered to take charge of their health.
Cancer Screening Day reflects AIOF’s commitment to health equity, building on its programs like the AIOF Patient Support Fund, which helps Alaskans overcome financial barriers to cancer treatment. By hosting this event at the Alaska State Fair, AIOF aims to reach wide and diverse audience, from urban communities to remote villages, fostering a culture of proactive, informed health management across the state.
No registration is required for PSA tests or consultations, and walk-ins are welcome. Attendees will be able to pre-schedule their mammograms, however walk-ins are welcome as well, may experience brief waits during peak hours. The event complements the Alaska State Fair’s vibrant atmosphere, blending health education with family-friendly activities.
No registration is required for PSA tests or consultations and walk-ins are welcome. While attendees are encouraged to pre-schedule their mammograms, walk-ins will also be accepted; however, brief wait times may occur during peak hours. This event complements the vibrant atmosphere of the Alaska State Fair, blending essential health education with family-friendly activities to create an engaging and impactful experience for all.
For more information about Cancer Screening Day or AIOF’s mission, visit www.aiofak.org and follow the event that has been created on Facebook here: https://facebook.com/event/123456
About Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation
Founded to improve cancer care across Alaska, the Aurora Integrated Oncology Foundation (AIOF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to expanding access to screening, treatment, and support services. Through initiatives like the Aurora Cancer Care Fund and community health events, and various philanthropic donations AIOF ensures all Alaskans, regardless of location or financial status, receive exceptional cancer care.