Webinar: What You Need to Know About Prostate Cancer Screening
American Cancer Society presents this webinar for Cancer Coalitions.
This webinar will discuss the history & biology of PSA testing and its clinical use; as well as explore the process of shared decision making, how it can best be implemented by doctors, and what patients need to consider in order to make an informed decision about being screened for prostate cancer.
Prevent Cancer Dialogue: Minimal Residual Disease (MRD): Exploring the impact on cancer early detection and personalized care
In this session, speakers will delve into the cutting-edge science of Minimal Residual Disease (MRD) testing, a revolutionary approach to cancer detection. We’ll explore how these tests can help determine prognosis/relapse risk, find early recurrence and individualize treatment to improve patient outcomes.
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Prevent Cancer Dialogue: Diversifying Clinical Trial Participation
In this session, speakers will share best practices and key barriers in connecting patients to clinical trials following a cancer diagnosis. We will explore novel approaches to improve patient recruitment, retention and equitable access to clinical trials. More details to come!
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Prevent Cancer Dialogue: Updates on Young-Onset Cancers
Cases of young-onset cancer – cancer diagnosed in individuals ages 18-49 – have been rising at alarming rates. What do we really know about this trend? What do providers need to understand so that symptoms aren’t missed in their younger patients? In this session, speakers will provide an update on the latest information related to young-onset breast and colorectal cancers, as well as current research and known risk factors. We will also explore potential strategies to address this concerning trend. Moderated discussion and Q&A will immediately follow speaker presentations.
Rural HPV Vaccination Learning Community
The American Cancer Society (ACS) and the ACS National HPV Vaccination Roundtable (HPVRT) are inviting rural healthcare partners to join a collaborative learning community aimed at connecting partners and improving on-time HPV vaccination rates among adolescents aged 9–13.
The Learning Community offers an opportunity to collaborate, share insights, and gain valuable knowledge to help combat HPV-related cancers in rural populations. By participating, you will have access to:
CELL Series: Expanding Access to Cervical Cancer Screening: The Role of Self-Collection
Join us for a discussion on the emerging role of self-collection for cervical cancer screening and its potential to improve access, especially in rural and trauma-informed care settings. Learn about the SHIP Trial, how self-collection compares to traditional screening methods, and when we might expect to see broader implementation.
Featuring:
Deanna Kepka, PhD, MPH
College of Nursing & Huntsman Cancer Institute
University of Utah
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Coffee for Colorectal Cancer Screening
Join NCC and the Reno-Sparks Tribal Health Center team to learn more about colorectal cancer prevention and early detection. We'll have Colin the Inflatable Colon open for tours, free coffee, goodies, and at-home stool-based colon cancer screening kits available to take home.
Colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer death among men and women in Nevada. Finding growths, called polyps, early before they become cancer can stop the disease before it starts.
Webinar: Community Health Workers' Role Across the Cancer Continuum
Join the Mountain West Cancer Collaborative for a dynamic webinar highlighting the vital role of Community Health Workers (CHWs) in cancer prevention, education, and patient support. Experts from the Mountain West Region will share best practices for developing culturally responsive education programs, explore strategies to reduce health disparities, and showcase successful CHW-led initiatives. Participants will engage in discussions on enhancing CHW involvement in cancer care and take away actionable insights to strengthen community-based efforts.
Walk With a Doc: Colon Health with Dr. Ovunc Bardakciolu
Join Dr. Ovunc Bardakcioglu (Dr. B) for March's Walk with a Doc. Dr. B will be presenting on colon health in honor of March as Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The walk is an opportunity to have fun and meet new people, walk at your own pace, and ask questions of the doctor.
Participation is free and open to the public. The event is hosted by UNLV Health. For more information call 702-660-UNLV.