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Cancer Conversations: Partnerships and Cervical Cancer Elimination

During this discussion panel, we will explore lessons learned in the development and implementation of a statewide action plan to eliminate cervical cancer as a public health problem in Alabama. You will learn motivational strategies to engage partners toward the elimination of cervical cancer as a public health problem in their respective jurisdictions.

White Ribbon Relay Brings Lung Screening Awareness

Over the past several weeks we’ve been participating in a relay—a White Ribbon Relay, that is. NCC staff and members have been signing and handing off a white ribbon for Lung Cancer Awareness. Why?  

Lung cancer remains one of the most pervasive and deadly forms of cancer worldwide, with its devastating impact felt by countless families. In 2021 alone, Nevada saw 1,636 new cases of lung cancer; it is the leading cause of cancer deaths in the state.

Cancer Plan: Rural Stakeholder Meeting

Join us as we launch our 2026-2030 Nevada Cancer Plan development. At this stakeholder meeting, we'll review Nevada's cancer data, share an analysis of the plan revision survey results, and roll up our sleeves to begin work on the goals for the next five-year cancer plan. Attendees should be prepared to engage in the meeting to share ideas, discuss challenges, and provide perspective. 

This meeting is reserved for those who live and/or work or serve people living in rural communities. This includes:

Cancer Plan: Black Community Stakeholder Meeting

Join us as we launch our 2026-2030 Nevada Cancer Plan development. At this stakeholder meeting, we'll review Nevada's cancer data, share an analysis of the plan revision survey results, and roll up our sleeves to begin work on the goals for the next five-year cancer plan. Attendees should be prepared to engage in the meeting to share ideas, discuss challenges, and provide perspective. 

Cancer Plan: LGBTQ+ Community Stakeholder Meeting

Join us as we launch our 2026-2030 Nevada Cancer Plan development. At this stakeholder meeting, we'll review Nevada's cancer data, share an analysis of the plan revision survey results, and roll up our sleeves to begin work on the goals for the next five-year cancer plan. Attendees should be prepared to engage in the meeting to share ideas, discuss challenges, and provide perspective. 

Cancer Plan: Reno Stakeholder Meeting

Join us as we launch our 2026-2030 Nevada Cancer Plan development. At this stakeholder meeting, we'll review Nevada's cancer data, share an analysis of the plan revision survey results, and roll up our sleeves to begin work on the goals for the next five-year cancer plan. Attendees should be prepared to engage in the meeting to share ideas, discuss challenges, and provide perspective. 

We invite anyone interested in helping to guide the state's cancer control efforts to attend this event.

Who Should Attend:

Cancer Plan: Las Vegas Stakeholder Meeting

Join us as we launch our 2026-2030 Nevada Cancer Plan development. At this stakeholder meeting, we'll review Nevada's cancer data, share an analysis of the plan revision survey results, and roll up our sleeves to begin work on the goals for the next five-year cancer plan. Attendees should be prepared to engage in the meeting to share ideas, discuss challenges, and provide perspective. 

We invite anyone interested in helping to guide the state's cancer control efforts to attend this event.

Who Should Attend:

Webinar: Empowering Health Through Lung Cancer Awareness, Screening and Treatment

The Nevada Minority Health and Equity Coalition, in partnership with Genentech, UNLV School of Public Health and the American Lung Association, host this webinar and workshop.

Featuring Dr. Mehta, a leading expert, we'll explore vital topics including prevention, early detection, and innovative treatments for lung cancer. Gain valuable insights and be part of the movement toward better lung health.

Register here.