The LGBTQ+ community faces unique barriers when accessing the health care system. Both preventive care and treatment are affected, which can result in disparities in cancer risk and access to early detection services and therapies. Join the Prevent Cancer Foundation® as we bring together patient advocacy organizations and the LGBTQ+ community and health experts to address... Read more »
The American College of Surgeons (ACS) Cancer Accreditation Programs: Continually Advancing Quality Cancer Care conference is designed to enhance cancer program operations by examining requirements and compliance strategies for the Commission on Cancer (CoC) Optimal Resources for Cancer Care (2020 Standards) and the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer (NAPRC) Optimal Resources for Rectal Cancer Care, along with... Read more »
The 2022 Conference Planning Committee is pleased to open early registration for the 2022 Annual Public Health Conference, Reground, Rebuild & Reunite: We are Public Health being held May 24-26, 2022. Join us in-person at the Glacier Canyon Lodge at the Wilderness Resort in Wisconsin Dells, WI or virtually! WPHA-WALHDAB Annual Public Health Conference May 24-26, 2022 – Wisconsin Dells,... Read more »
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 »
