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Council Member John Elliott says he is cancer-free after surgery, urges screenings
Oconee County Council · July 7, 2026
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Summary
Council Member John Elliott told colleagues on July 7, 2026, that he is cancer-free after surgery following a colon cancer diagnosis and encouraged residents to get annual screenings.
During Council Member Comments at the July 7 meeting, Council Member John Elliott disclosed that he had a recent colon cancer diagnosis but said that following surgery he is now cancer-free.
Mr. Elliott used the update to urge residents to obtain yearly cancer screenings. Chairman Matthew Durham welcomed Mr. Elliott back during Member Comments. No additional medical details were provided in the meeting record.
