Cancer and Careers' 12th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer will be held virtually on Friday, June 24, 2022! This free, daylong event, which explores the complexities of balancing treatment and recovery with employment is open to patients, survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, advocates, employers/HR and anyone else touched by cancer. We know that not everyone has... Read more »
About this event What is cancer? What is oncology? What is the oncologist's role in cancer care/treatment? What should you know about cervical canver? How important is cervical cancer screening? What is the HPV test? Why is the HPV vaccine important? When should you begin breast cancer screenings? What are breast cancer risk factors? How... Read more »
We greet you with open arms and a warm heart. The American Indian Cancer Foundation (AICAF) is excited to host the virtual cancer support circle. This group is open to Native survivors, caregivers, and relatives who have been affected by cancer. In this group, we will get to know one another and discuss our experiences... Read more »
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BDahXuDhSwiShhnVzBP6yw This one-hour session will teach participants about advance care planning. Advance Care Planning is a process of understanding, reflecting on, and discussing future medical decisions regarding of age and current health status. All adults should think about, discuss and create an advance care plan. Having an advance care plan is truly a gift... Read more »
We greet you with open arms and a warm heart. The American Indian Cancer Foundation (AICAF) is excited to host the virtual cancer support circle. This group is open to Native survivors, caregivers, and relatives who have been affected by cancer. In this group, we will get to know one another and discuss our experiences... Read more »
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dKq5XMXVRuWUGL0B1W_RTA We all know that we should eat well, but what does that really mean? With a focus on long-term solutions instead of short-term diets, learn about the basics of a healthy eating pattern. The session will cover: • How what we eat impacts our health • Healthy eating patterns • Portion control •... Read more »
Survivorship Series- International agencies around the world recommend a plant-based diet to reduce the risk of cancer development and its recurrence for cancer survivors. Alison Tierney, MS, RD, CD, CSO, a board certified oncology dietitian, will join us for a workshop to educate us on what a plant-based diet is, how it reduces risk, and... Read more »
Program Details Please join LLS for a free virtual education program for patients and their families. Participants will learn about immunotherapy options for children with Leukemia and Lymphoma. Participants will gain a better understanding about some of the most recent innovations in treating the most common leukemias and lymphomas of childhood. Attendees will be introduced to the field of immunotherapy in cancer treatment and gain insight into how novel therapies are... Read more »
Program Details Please join LLS for a free virtual education program for patients and their families. Participants will learn about what we know about the epidemiology of blood cancers and potential environmental factors that might contribute. Participants will gain a better understanding about the risk factors for the development of blood cancers. Participants will also learn about the 10,000 Families Study and the research we are conducting on environmental chemicals and their potential role in the... Read more »
Helping Cancer Survivors Thrive: A Look at Equity, Data, and Culturally Responsive Survivorship Programming In honor of National Cancer Survivor Month, please join us for a special webinar featuring guest speakers from two member organizations: the Wisconsin Cancer Reporting System (WCRS) and the American Indian Cancer Foundation (AICAF). Together we'll explore: Wisconsin's latest cancer survival data, and what the trends tell us.... Read more »