Over the past year NCC has been working with the University of Nevada, Reno School of Public Health to learn more about perceptions, behaviors, and knowledge about breast cancer screening among Nevadans, with a special focus on Black Nevadans. The results of the research, which combined a statewide online survey and a series of focus groups with Black women across the state, is available now.
Natalie, the founder of Cancer Community Clubhouse, moved to Reno from Texas and immediately saw a need. As a metastatic cancer thriver she knew that having a place to reconnect with life, learn, engage with others who knew what life with cancer was like, and gain emotional support was vital -- and Reno didn't have that.
Sarah joined the NCC team in August 2023. She was born and raised in North Texas, but she moved to Reno to take advantage of the area's mountains and outdoor activities. Sarah received her MBA from University of Texas at Arlington. She is excited to bring her years of experience in outreach and training to her new role as Community Engagement Manager. In her free time, Sarah is an outdoor enthusiast enjoying a variety of hobbies including rock climbing, hiking, paddle boarding, and skiing.
September is a busy cancer awareness month recognizing prostate, uterine, ovarian, leukemia, lymphoma, thyroid and childhood cancers. While many of these cancers do not have early detection tests or prevention messages, NCC is sharing quick facts on several for providers and public health partners to use and share.
Join NCC and other partners at this mini health fair event hosted by Puentes and Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority. We'll have information on hand about screening for cancer, preventing cancer, and resources for those diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers.
Relay for Life is a fundraising event for American Cancer Society. It brings together teams to honor survivors, celebrate life and remember those lost to cancer.
Relay for Life is a fundraising event for American Cancer Society. It brings together teams to honor survivors, celebrate life and remember those lost to cancer.
A quick internet search on "cancer diet" and "cancer nutrition" can yield hundreds of results -- some of them high quality and with sound, evidence-based information and others that are, let's just say, a little gimmicky.
It can be hard to decipher what's helpful and what's not, especially during an emotionally charged, stressful time such as following a cancer diagnosis. We recommend following a few key guidelines to find high-quality nutrition information.
Cancer impacts many aspects of our community members' lives and even has long-term effects, such as future family building. We hear so many people expressing their grief around this and thinking they can not have a family in any way.
Reconnect with your colleagues and local clinicians in-person this fall at the Nevada Oncology Society (NOS) 2023 Fall Conference! This complimentary event will lay the groundwork for improving care delivery in our community through valuable insights on the current—and forthcoming—legislative climate, as well as tactical tips for transforming how you care for your patients.
Agenda yet to be announced.