In late November, NCC’s Jorge Arambula traveled to Fort Worth, Texas, to attend the American Cancer Society’s National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable Conference. Jorge, who is NCC’s lead staffer working on colorectal cancer initiatives, said the conference stands out as one of the most impactful events he’s had the privilege of attending.
Cervical cancer incidence and mortality is relatively low compared to some other cancers in Nevada. However, with proven effective prevention and screening methods such as HPV vaccination and Pap/HPV screening, Nevada's rates should be much, much lower.
The following Quick Facts and Tools/Resources documents provide information on cervical cancer prevention, early detection, and disparities.
We're kicking off Paint Nevada Pink on October 1 with a celebration at Locomotion Plaza for our Bras for a Cause -- raising awareness for breast cancer screening on blinged out bra at a time. Anyone can register to enter a bra into the event, then get to work decorating it. Pick a theme, make it pretty, make it funny --- just keep it family friendly! We'll showcase all of the bras in a mini fashion show before lighting the Reno Arch pink at 7:30 p.m.
Join us for the fun. We'll have the street shut down so you can get photos under the pink arch.
NCC's office will be closed Thursday and Friday following the Nevada Cancer Control Summit for team building and strategy planning.
Save the date for the 2025 Nevada Cancer Control Summit. This one-day event will feature educational sessions and workshops, exhibits, networking and a reception and poster exhibit. Stay tuned for more details in the coming months.
National Cancer Survivors Day is an annual celebration of life that is held in hundreds of communities nationwide, and around the world on the first Sunday of June. It is a CELEBRATION for those who have survived, an INSPIRATION for those recently diagnosed, a gathering of SUPPORT for families, and an OUTREACH to the community.
Skin cancer is the most common cancer, but it's easier to treat when found early. So don't let that mole get out of control! Get it checked at the Biggest Little Skin Cancer Screening May 7.
Come to this FREE skin check clinic to get peace of mind for your body's largest organ.
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We'll have Colleen the Inflatable Colon out for the Get Your Rear in Gear 5K walk for colorectal cancer awareness. The event is hosted by our friends at Colorectal Cancer Coalition to raise funds and awareness for colon cancer.
Join us for this fun annual event featuring community health resources and information.