Emily Ames is a medical student at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine. During her summer vacation, she decided to launch a sunscreen drive to gather the essential sun safety tool for those who might be in need.
In September, she delivered more than 60 tubes and bottles of sunscreen to Nevada Cancer Coalition’s Sun Smart Nevada program.
Join this informative educational event which will feature hematology oncology providers and survivors who will share their strategies for living well during and after treatment for blood cancers. This is an opportunity to connect with others dealing with a blood cancer diagnosis and learn about community resources and support.
Cancer and Careers will hold it's 10th annual West Coast Conference on Work & Cancer virtually on Saturday, October 19, 2024! This free, daylong event explores the complexities of balancing treatment and recovery with employment and is open to patients, survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, employers, advocates, HR professionals and anyone else touched by cancer.
Join NCCS for a webinar "Family Building and Cancer."
Being diagnosed with cancer at a young age could mean your future fertility is at risk. During this educational webinar for cancer patients and their care teams, we'll discuss what young cancer patients need to know about fertility preservation and building a family in survivorship, including non-traditional methods like adoption, surrogacy, and embryo donation.
Join us for the 2024 Nevada Oncology Society (NOS) Fall Conference, an exceptional opportunity to reconnect with your colleagues and local clinicians in-person this autumn. Our complimentary event is designed to provide valuable insights and foster collaboration within Nevada's oncology community. Mark your calendar and register today for an event that promises to enhance your knowledge and strengthen professional relationships within the Nevada oncology community.
A first-ever survey conducted by Huntsman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah researchers reveals that residents in frontier areas of the Mountain West face significant barriers to health care. The Community Health Assessment Survey (CHAS) is the first of its kind to focus solely on patients in rural and frontier areas. Rural counties have fewer than 100 people per square mile while frontier areas have seven or fewer per square mile.
Join the American Cancer Society (ACS) for a free, interactive webinar on fertility preservation and oncofertility navigation. Attendees will gain practical strategies to navigate and support fertility preservation for cancer patients. This online event breaks down the world of patient navigation with leading experts in a one-hour session packed with insights, strategies, and Q & A.
Expert panel:
Maggie Rogers, MPH (Facilitator)
Director, Pediatric, Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Support, American Cancer Society
Many cancer survivors experience cognitive changes during and after treatment, a phenomenon often referred to as "chemo brain." This condition, more formally known as Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment (CRCI), can significantly impact a survivor's quality of life and daily functioning.
Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment encompasses a range of cognitive difficulties that cancer patients and survivors may experience. Common symptoms include:
Nevada is set to benefit from a share of a $6.8 million grant aimed at replicating Kentucky's success in lung cancer screening. The Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation awarded the funding to a collaborative project led by the University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center and the University of Colorado Cancer Center.
The four-year initiative will bring the QUILS™ (Quality Implementation of Lung Cancer Screening) System to Nevada and Mississippi, two states chosen for their high lung cancer burden and low screening rates.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and a great opportunity to normalize the conversation about breast cancer screening. Below you'll find updated quick facts and resources to use for newsletters, social media messaging, patient communications, or other communications.