Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative

Celebrating International HPV Awareness Day 2022
2022-03-04 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago) | Webinar/Web Conference
This seminar will focus on raising awareness about HPV cancer prevention and promoting action to increase HPV vaccination coverage. Additional information on this seminar will be released in the next few weeks.

Mitigating the Effects of the COVID-19 Pandemic on HPV Vaccination Coverage
2022-03-03 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
This seminar will highlight the urgent need to lessen the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on HPV vaccination coverage, which has resulted in millions of missed doses and multiple missed opportunities for HPV cancer prevention. Speakers include Dr. Debbie Saslow, American Cancer Society; Judy Klein, UNITY Consortium; Dr. Cheryl Kovar, East Carolina University; and Dr. Kunal Saxena, Merck. The session will be moderated by Dr. Greg Zimet, Indiana University.

UW Carbone Cancer Center and Division of Extension Speed Networking Event
2022-03-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
On Wednesday, March 3rd, join for a speed networking opportunity to connect researchers and scientists to Wisconsin communities with the goal to create new partnerships for research. We hope that UWCCC members from all programs will attend to learn more about engaging with communities for their research. We will hear from community members on “best practices” for engagement, as well as share a Toolkit aimed specifically at scientists / researchers for engagement with communities.

Follow this link to register for the event.

No Longer Invisible: Learning from Survivors
2022-03-02 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
This seminar will elevate the voices of HPV cancers survivors to improve HPV cancer prevention. Panelists include Jason Mendelsohn, SupermanHPV; Lillian Keppler, HPV Cancer Alliance; and Rikki Rockett, drummer for the rock band Poison. The session will be moderated by Tamika Felder, founder and chief visionary officer of Cervivor. This seminar is co-organized with the UCSD Health Moores Cancer Center.

Improving HPV Vaccination Coverage: Starting at Age 9
2022-03-01 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
This seminar will provide an overview of the importance of starting HPV vaccination at age 9 to increase on-time vaccination coverage and optimize prevention of HPV cancers. Speakers include Dr. Robert Bednarczyk, Emory University; Dr. Tamera Coyne-Beasley, University of Alabama at Birmingham; and Dr. Sherri Zorn, The Polyclinic. The session will be moderated by Dr. Michelle Bowden, University of Tennessee Health Science Center and Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital. This seminar is co-organized with the Memphis and Shelby County HPV Cancer Prevention Roundtable.

Innovation in EHRs for Oncology Care, Research, and Surveillance
2022-03-01 08:00 - 11:00, 2022-02-28 08:30 - 16:00
On February 28 and March 1, 2022, the National Academies will host a workshop on the use of electronic health records in oncology care.

About this event

On February 28 and March 1, 2022, the National Cancer Policy Forum and the Computer Science and Telecommunication Board, will host a 1.5 day public workshop to examine opportunities to improve patient care and outcomes through collaborations to enhance innovation in the development, implementation, and use of electronic health records (EHRs) in oncology care, research, and surveillance.
For more information, please visit: https://www.nationalacademies.org/event/02-28-2022/innovation-in-electronic-health-records-for-oncology-care-research-and-surveillance-a-workshop
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Addressing Inequities in HPV Vaccination Coverage and HPV Cancers
2022-02-28 12:00 - 13:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
This seminar will feature an in-depth conversation to address the disparities associated with HPV vaccination coverage across Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) communities. Speakers include Dr. Ronny Bell, Wake Forest University School of Medicine; Dr. Marvella Ford, Medical University of South Carolina and Hollings Cancer Center; Dr. Deanna Kepka, University of Utah and Huntsman Cancer Institute; and Dr. Jesse Nodora, University of California, San Diego. The session will be moderated by Andrea Stubbs, St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. This seminar is co-organized with the UCSD Health Moores Cancer Center.

Varenicline as a Smoking Cessation Tool for Long-term Recovery
2022-02-25 13:30 - 14:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
Varenicline, an FDA-approved prescription smoking cessation aid, is an effective evidence-based treatment for reducing tobacco use among individuals with mental health and substance use challenges, while enhancing long-term recovery.
Join the National Behavioral Health Network for Tobacco and Cancer Control, and the Behavioral Health and Wellness Program at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus on February 24th from 2:30–3:30 p.m. ET for a deep dive into the benefits, challenges and emerging trends around the use of varenicline for tobacco cessation in individuals with mental health and substance use challenges.
By joining this webinar, you will:
• Discuss the role of pharmacological treatments in smoking cessation
• Learn about the benefits of varenicline for long term recovery in individuals with serious mental illness (SMI)
• Identify approaches to use in tandem with Varenicline to enhance smoking cessation outcomes
• Gain practical tools to initiate conversations with patients around the use of varenicline for smoking cessation
The webinar will feature the following speakers:
• Chad Morris, Ph.D., Professor of Psychiatry and Director of the Behavioral Health & Wellness Program at the University of Colorado, Anschutz Medical Campus

OUT: The National Cancer Survey - Black, Indigenous & People of Color (BIPOC) Findings Launch
2022-02-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
In 2020, The National LGBT Cancer Network launched OUT: The National Cancer Survey. One of the largest-ever studies of LGBTQI+ people with cancer. This month, we will share our BIPOC report, which focuses on the unique cancer journeys of our BIPOC survey participants. Join us to learn how these experiences can help improve cancer care. We will share takeaways from the survey data and hear from a panel of BIPOC, LGBTQ+ individuals on their cancer journeys.

Racism as a Public Health Crisis: The Black Community and Lung Health
2022-02-16 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Beginning in 2020, across the country, elected leaders have been passing resolutions declaring racism a public health crisis. According to the American Public Health Association, there have been 231 declarations at local, county, and state levels. Milwaukee County was the first place in the country to make a declaration, and we will hear from one of the key individuals behind that work, Lilliann Paine. We will also hear from thoracic surgeon, Dr. Ozuru Ukoha who will speak to the clinical implications of these types of declarations, and how these declarations must be followed with action.
Event Date: February 16, 2022
Event Start Time: 11am CDT/12 EDT
Venue: Virtual
This is a national DEI event organized in recognition of Black History Month.

The Spotlight Series: Nurse Jenny Ovide & Pastor Dan Czaplewski
2022-02-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Jenny Ovide, or “Nurse Jenny,” has spent 21 years of her career at All Saints Family Health Center as the Community Medical Clinical Coordinator on Milwaukee’s north side, combining creativity, health education, and community engagement. The clinic hosts a garden, greenhouse, workout track, and a collaborative farm with Mount Calvary Community Development Corporation (MCCDC), which is a nonprofit led by Reverend Dr. Daniel P. Czaplewski.
“Pastor Dan” is the pastor at Mount Calvary Lutheran Church in Milwaukee and works with Nurse Jenny in partnership with Ascension St. Joseph’s Hospital and Ascension All Saints Family Health Center to direct their signature program: Farm to Hospital and Community. In this program, interns are employed to operate an urban farm that provides fresh, naturally grown vegetables to at-risk communities while developing the workforce. MCW family medicine residents and medical students work alongside in the garden, delivering food, assessing patients for food insecurity, and holding healthy cooking/tasting classes in the teaching kitchen.
Nurse Jenny and Pastor Dan find it a humble challenge to listen to the community’s needs and help find ways to tackle the complicated and important issue of food insecurity and its effects on health.
We hope to see you on February 9!
Register here: https://mcw-edu.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIod-uvqzkqHtdiHnpOgnn9PXEQcQ2q82ms

Communication Approaches for Increasing Awareness of the Link Between Alcohol and Cancer
2022-02-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Communication Approaches for Increasing Awareness of the Link Between Alcohol and Cancer

Register For This Webinar

Event Type: Webinar

Date: February 9,‌ 2022

Time: 11:00 PM – 12:00 PM CST

Alcohol is a well-established human carcinogen, but widespread awareness of this fact remains low. Significant research gaps across the cancer control continuum remain, especially about how to effectively increase awareness and limit alcohol consumption.
In this webinar, experts will address the lack of awareness of the link between alcohol and cancer with a specific focus on communication challenges of modest risk ratios, exposures with mixed effects on health outcomes, and the evolving nature of science with its incumbent uncertainties. Presenters will also discuss communication strategies based on novel research and lessons learned from the tobacco control field.
This webinar kicks off a 2022 quarterly series on alcohol and cancer. The webinar series builds on a 2020 NCI workshop and a recent paper addressing alcohol and cancer to further explore research concerning alcohol as a target for cancer prevention and control. Future topics include co-use of alcohol and other substances, alcohol use in cancer patients and survivors, and alcohol-related policies.
Reasonable Accommodations
Individuals who need reasonable accommodations to participate in this event should contact ncidccpsbrpadvances@mail.nih.gov. Requests should be made at least five business days in advance of the event.

Speakers:
Priscilla Martinez, M.Phil., Ph.D.
Scientist
Alcohol Research Group
Public Health Institute
Lecturer
School of Public Health
University of California Berkeley

Jennifer L. Hay, Ph.D.
Director, Genomics, Risk & Health Decision Making Laboratory
Member and Attending Psychologist
Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Seth M. Noar, Ph.D.
James Howard and Hallie McLean Parker Distinguished Professor
Director, Communicating for Health Impact Lab
Hussman School of Journalism and Media
Member, Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Moderator:
Heather D’Angelo, Ph.D., M.H.S.
Program Director
NCI Behavioral Research Program

Understanding and Addressing Racial Disparities in Cancer Outcomes, Care, and Treatment
2022-02-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
KFF and the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) are hosting a web event featuring oncologists, patient advocates, and policy researchers with expertise in equity and cancer care to examine persistent racial disparities in cancer.
Expert panelists will share real-life experiences, provide context on the latest data, and discuss a range of actions which could help ensure that all individuals with cancer receive the highest quality, equitable cancer care and help to eliminate disparities in cancer outcomes.
The event will also feature the release of a new KFF brief presenting the latest data on racial cancer disparities and discussing the multiple factors that drive them.

Freshstart Smoking Cessation​ Program
2022-02-02 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-01-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-01-19 17:30 - 18:30, 2022-01-12 17:30 - 18:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
Are You Ready to Quit Smoking? ​
Jbaaccoin Advocate Aurora Health’s 4 Week (weekly for 4 weeks) Smoking Cessation Program, Freshstart, sponsored by the American Cancer Society. ​
The primary goal of Freshstart is to help participants plan a successful quit attempt by teaching effective ways to overcome nicotine dependence. Freshstart is designed to help any tobacco user, including those who may be unsure about wanting to quit, and specifically addresses ambivalence about quitting. The information, activities and discussion topics help participants discover why they smoke and what motivates them to quit.​

Freshstart is offered at no cost. ​
Anyone who wants to quit using tobacco can participate in Freshstart. ​
You will be required to attend all four sessions for program credit.​​

When:​
Wednesday Jan 12, 2022: 5:30-6:30 PM​
Wednesday Jan 19, 2022: 5:30-6:30 PM​
Wednesday Jan 26, 2022: 5:30-6:30 PM​
Wednesday Feb 02, 2022: 5:30-6:30 PM​
Where: ​
The comfort of your own home!​
Freshstart will be offered virtually via Zoom​

NNN Webinar - Surviving the Journey through Cervical Cancer
2022-01-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
The Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan’s National Native Network with Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center (Accredited Provider) present a webinar.
Title: Surviving the Journey through Cervical Cancer
Date: Wednesday, January 26, 2022
Time 3 – 4 p.m. EDT
Presenter:
Amanda Hill-Youngers, CNM, MSN
Certified Nurse Midwife
Oyate Health Center
Target Audience:
Physicians, nurses, health educators, administrators, and support staff working with American Indian and/or Alaska Native communities.
Learning Objectives/Outcomes
At the conclusion of this activity, the healthcare team will be able to:
1. Examine the progress and lifetime risk for cervical cancer in women with an abnormal pap smear.
2. Identify best practices for referral and treatment of cervical cancer.
3. Participate in the experience of one cervical cancer survivor regarding her journey with cervical cancer treatment during the pandemic.
Funding for this webinar was made possible by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention DP18-1808: Networking2Save: CDC’s National Network Approach to Preventing and Controlling Tobacco-related Cancers in Special Populations. Webinar contents do not necessarily represent the official views of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Indian Health Service, or the Department of Health and Human Services.

6th Annual We’re Off to a Good Start
2022-01-22 11:00 - 13:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Coming up on January 22, 2022 is the 6th Annual We’re Off to a Good Start Black Men’s Health Empowerment Movement event!
This FREE event is available to all desiring to learn more about Black men from Black men.
Register Here: https://form.jotform.com/220003256648146

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SPOTLIGHT: AZURE’DE WILLIAMS
2022-01-19 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
JANUARY 19 @ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Meet Azure’De (DeDe) Williams
Learn about the Milwaukee Area Health Education Center (AHEC) and Executive Director, Azure’De (DeDe) Williams, who works to increase diversity among health professionals and improve health outcomes.
Azure’De Williams has more than 25 years of experience working in the non-profit sector identifying two areas she feels most impact quality of life – Health and Education. She uses her skills in program development, civic engagement and program evaluation to support efforts in addressing health disparities and achievement gaps.
In her role as the Executive Director for the Milwaukee Area Health Education Center, she has the responsibility for recruiting and mobilizing a diverse pipeline of healthcare professionals; identifying, cultivating and securing prospective sponsors and strategic alliances; partnering with advocacy groups to increase engagement within local health care clinics and systems; serving as liaison to governmental agencies focused on diversity and health disparities and managing the execution of Milwaukee AHEC training programs.
Register for the January Spotlight Session

This event is a part of the Medical College of Wisconsin’s (MCW) monthly virtual series that features community partners and the important work they are doing for and with the community; highlights their goals, motivations, and accomplishments, and the ways they have partnered with people and programs at MCW; and a chance to hear stories of resilience and inspiration from those who work on the ground – often silently – to make a positive impact on the health and lives of people in our community.

Pap Tests, HPV & the Gardasil® Vaccine: Separating the Myths from Reality
2022-01-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
BUILDING A HEALTHIER COMMUNITY:
Webinar Series for Community Health Workers
If you promote health in the community, please join us on January 18, 2022 │ 11am CST for a conversation about Pap Tests, HPV & the Gardasil® Vaccine: Separating the Myths from Reality with Erin Stevens, MD, FACOG Prevea Health at HSHS St. Vincent
REGISTER HERE: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kc-CgrTstEtXek7WaM4D0WCQ3PC_pst_I
Pre-registration is required, and space is limited.

Advance Care Planning: It's About the Conversation
2021-12-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
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 for yourself and others.

The session will cover:
– What is advance care planning
– Understanding your healthcare treatment options
– Clarifying your healthcare goals
– Weighing options about the kind of care you would want or not want
– Why an advance care plan is important
– How to create an advance care plan
– How to communicate your wishes with your family, friends and healthcare provider

Additional resources and a small incentive will be available for participants following the webinar. This webinar is presented by GrapeVine – a program of the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation, which trains nurses to lead women’s health education in their Wisconsin communities.

LGBT Cancer Care
2021-12-07 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Join the National LGBT Cancer Network and other partners as they discuss #LGBTQ+ cancer health disparities & cancer screening guidelines for #LGBTQcommunities on December 7th at 12:00pm ET
Register here: https://bit.ly/3nYHE4F

Bone Health: Healthy Bones, Healthy You
2021-12-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
This one-hour session will teach participants about the importance of good bone health for overall wellness and longevity. Special emphasis is on osteoporosis and steps families can take to reduce their risk and stay healthy.

The session will cover:
• Why bones are important to our overall health
• What is osteoporosis and osteopenia
• Risk factors
• Warning signs/fractures
• Reducing risk of disease and injury
• Screenings
• Where to find more information and resources

Additional resources and a small incentive will be available for participants following the webinar. This webinar is presented by GrapeVine – a program of the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation, which trains nurses to lead women’s health education in their Wisconsin communities.

Unintended Consequences: How Addiction, New Devices and Punitive Policies Continue to Harm Youth in the E-cigarette Epidemic
2021-12-01 13:30 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Learn about the youth nicotine epidemic and its connection to behavioral health throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. The 2021 National Youth Tobacco Survey reports that 2 million U.S. middle and high school students use e-cigarettes during the pandemic. Tobacco, nicotine, and behavioral health are not stand-alone issues. Youth that experience mental illness are three times more likely to try e-cigarettes. A distinguished group of panelists will discuss the basis of addiction, current data trends on youth use, and best practice in school policy. Discover community resources and partners that can support youth who experience tobacco and nicotine dependence.
Learning objectives
– Following this panel, audience members will be able to describe the basis of addiction related to tobacco and nicotine use in youth
– Following this panel, audience members will be able to Identify popular nicotine products to take notice of in schools
– Following this panel, audience members will be able to explain best practice in school policy regarding e-cigarette product misconduct

Out: The National Cancer Survey - Gender- Expansive Report Launch
2021-11-18 17:00 - 18:15 | Webinar/Web Conference
From the results of Out: The National Cancer Survey, we have assembled a report focusing on the experiences of gender-expansive individuals. Join us on November 18th as we continue to reveal the findings from this groundbreaking study.

Pancreas Cancer Awareness Night
2021-11-18 16:00 - 18:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Join us on World Pancreatic Cancer Day to hear about recent advances in pancreatic cancer research.
Hear from experts in the field and find the answers to your questions. Learn about enrolling in clinical trials and disparities in pancreas cancer.
Virtual presentations 4-6 p.m.
Pancreas Cancer Awareness Night:

Meet UW Carbone faculty and staff virtually.

Hear from cancer survivors and caregivers

Ask questions of our panel of faculty, scientists and medical staff.

Learn more about the Pancreas Cancer Task Force.

For questions, please contact Sofia Refetoff at refetoff@wisc.edu or (608) 770-4150.

American Cancer Society Comprehensive Cancer Control Webinar: Lung Cancer Screening in Cancer Plans: “From Planning to Action” in Your Coalition
2021-11-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Topic:
Lung Cancer Screening in Cancer Plans: “From Planning to Action” in Your Coalition

Description:
We will explore a how lung cancer screening objectives and strategies are incorporated into various cancer plans. We’ll also discuss resources available for LCS implementation efforts.
Question for discussion: How can cancer coalitions foster collaboration to address lung cancer screening?

Self- Care: Awareness, Acknowledgement, Action
2021-11-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Self-care is a necessary and unselfish tool for maintaining good health and well-being. This unit will educate women on the steps they can take for balanced physical, mental, and spiritual health needs amidst everyday responsibilities.

The session will cover:
• Symptoms of burnout and imbalance
• What is self-care?
• Health benefits of self-care
• Self-awareness activities
• Practical tips for physical, mental, and spiritual health

Additional resources and a small incentive will be available for participants following the webinar. This webinar is presented by GrapeVine – a program of the Wisconsin Women’s Health Foundation, which trains nurses to lead women’s health education in their Wisconsin communities.
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