Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative

National LGBT Cancer Network New Member Orientation
2022-12-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Webinar/Web Conference
In our New Member Orientation, you can discover more about our programs, services and new resources + how we can help you serve the LGBTQ+ community. You’ll learn more about our cultural competency training, mentorship program, Outlast Tobacco Quitline portal, Welcoming Spaces, support groups, and more!

Frankly Speaking about Cancer: Making Treatment Decisions
2022-12-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Wednesday, December 7th 2022 @ 6pm CT via Zoom
Talking to your medical team about treatment decisions is difficult. Learn more about having those conversations about all aspects of

Treatment decision making,
Side effects,
and how to prepare questions for their next appointment

This workshop is for patients, supporters, social workers, mental health professionals, medical personnel and students. It is open to the public.
Dr. Debby Jones, SSM hospitalist, Gilda’s Club board member will discuss considerations, and some tips to being informed.

Komen’s Center for Public Policy 2022 Wisconsin Advocacy Forum
2022-12-08 08:30 - 16:00 | Hilton Garden Inn Madison Downtown, 770 Regent Street, Madison, WI, 53715, United States
Susan G. Komen’s Center for Public Policy believes all Wisconsinites deserve equitable access to high-quality breast health care no matter their age, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, cancer stage or socio-economic status. By prioritizing equitable access to high-quality health care, everyone will be given the opportunity to survive breast cancer.

The Center for Public Policy is thrilled to announce we will be hosting an in-person Wisconsin Advocacy Forum. This interactive forum will provide participants the opportunity to learn more about Komen’s policy and advocacy work and how to positively impact these key issues in Wisconsin.

Participants will:

Gain an understanding of the health policy opportunities and challenges impacting breast cancer in Wisconsin.
Develop an understanding of the channels of influence in the decision-making process and how advocates can engage in the process.
Collaborate on best practices on how advocates, stakeholders, community partners and policymakers can work together to advance breast health policy.
Meet and connect with like-minded individuals in support of a common goal of advancing policy that impact breast cancer and health outcomes.

New and seasoned advocates, community partners and stakeholders alike are encouraged to attend, we hope to see you on December 8th.

BONE HEALTH: HEALTHY BONES, HEALTHY YOU
2022-12-08 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G8Y_42bAR6iDssQo3DJuSw
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
Handouts on the topic will be available for participants at the end of the session.

Being in the Constant Seat of Learning: The Importance of Centering Equity in the Work You Do
2022-12-13 13:30 - 14:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
As we close out a busy year and prepare for another one, we know that few topics are as important to revisit, quite like health equity. That’s why we are so proud and honored to welcome Alicia Justice, the Senior Director for Health Equity Initiatives and Strategy at ASTHO (Association of State and Territorial Health Officials), as our featured presenter on Tuesday, December 13, from 2:30- 3:30 pm ET/ 11:30 am- 12:30 pm PT. Alicia will share her experiences and advice on improving and centering equity in our community engagement and public health work. Trust us; this is one call you do not want to miss. Make sure to sign up through the registration link. We look forward to seeing you there!

AICAF Cancer Support Circle
2022-12-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
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 with cancer. AICAF staff are grateful to host this and look forward to meeting you. To honor the privacy of our relatives and the sacredness of our time together, our support circle is not open for observations. Please contact health@aicaf.org if you have any questions.
Note: If you are interested in learning more about how to facilitate a cancer support circle, please contact AICAF Cancer Programs Project Manager Misha LaPlante at mlaplante@aicaf.org.
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ADVANCE CARE PLANNING: IT’S ABOUT THE CONVERSATION
2022-12-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fZgOw9uCS16jrdtORDwUag
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• Why an advance care plan is important• Steps to creating an advance care plan• How to communicate your wishes with your family, friends and healthcare provider
Handouts on the topic will be available for participants at the end of the session.
*Note: Advance Directive forms will be provided but will NOT be completed during the session. Information on where and how to complete this document will be covered during the discussion.

Freshstart Smoking Cessation Program
2023-01-18 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-01-25 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-02-01 17:30 - 18:30, 2023-02-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
The next Freshstart smoking cessation class series will be held January 2022.
Freshstart is a FREE 4 week Zoom Course sponsored by the American Cancer Society and offered by Advocate Aurora Health – Aurora Cancer Care.
The course is at no cost to participants and open to anyone who is interested in quitting smoking—including our community members. This course will be conducted virtually and in the English language.
Are You Ready to Quit Smoking?
Join 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 should attend all four sessions for program credit.
When:

Wednesday January 18, 2023: 5:30PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday January 25, 2023: 5:30PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday February 01, 2023: 5:30PM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday February 08, 2023: 5:30PM – 6:30PM

Where: The comfort of your own home! Freshstart will be offered virtually via Zoom.

Immunize Wisconsin Virtual Workshop: Empowering Frontline Providers to Increase Vaccine Confidence
2023-01-19 13:00 - 14:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
This webinar will take place January 19th, 2023 at 1pm – 2:15pm CT. Please complete the form below to register. Zoom information will be sent to your provided email address right before the webinar.

Kohl's Healthy Families Nutrition for Cancer Survivors Webinar
2023-01-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Learnhowtooptimizeyournutritionandsupportyourhealthafteracancerdiagnosis,includingthosewhoarediseasefreeorwhohavestablediseasefollowingtheirrecovery.

WISCONSIN STATEWIDE HEPATITIS C ELIMINATION COMMUNITY WEBINAR
2023-01-30 13:00 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
February 1, 2023 1-3 pm
The Wisconsin Department of Health Services Hepatitis C Program is coordinating a webinar to introduce hepatitis C elimination planning. Hepatitis C can cause liver failure, cancer, and sometimes death. One goal is to create a Wisconsin hepatitis C elimination plan. Local public health organizations, community leaders, health care providers, individuals affected by hepatitis, and other partners are encouraged to attend this webinar to learn how to participate in the Wisconsin hepatitis C elimination planning process.
https://dhswi.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_3hLYky4uR7GQ4_x1QEGlLQ

Childhood Cancer Action Hour
2023-01-31 13:00 - 14:00
Please join the American Childhood
Cancer Organization and guest
speakers for a multifaceted discussion
on childhood cancer and how to
include it as a child health priority in
state comprehensive cancer plans.

Green Bay Support Group for Kids with a Loved One Going Through Cancer
2023-02-07 08:00 - 17:00 | HSHS St. Vincent’s Hospital, Green Bay, WI
HSHS St. Vincent Hospital in Green Bay recently started a free support group for kids ages 5-12 who have a loved one going through cancer. This is open to people in the area, regardless of where they receive their care. This occurs the first Tuesday of every month from 6-7:30 pm at HSHS St. Vincent Hospital.

HSHS Youth Cancer Support Group Flyer 2

Addressing Commercial Tobacco Use in Indigenous Communities - Toolkit Overview
2023-02-14 13:00 - 14:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Title: Addressing Commercial Tobacco Use in Indigenous Communities – Toolkit Overview
Date: Tuesday, February 14th, 2023
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM CST (available on-demand with registration, after the live event on 02/14/2023)
Duration: 60 minutes
Summary
During this webcast attendees can expect to examine issues related to commercial tobacco use and nicotine dependence in Indigenous communities and learn more about a new toolkit to provide culturally competent strategies, tools and lessons learned that can be implemented by public health professionals, clinicians and community partners serving diverse Indigenous communities.
QUESTIONS?
Please email FreedomFromSmoking@Lung.org
Presenters

Josiah Concho, BAEPDJosiah Concho is from the Navajo Nation and Pueblo of Acoma. Josiah received his bachelor’s degree in Environmental Planning and Design with a concentration in Community Regional Planning from the University of New Mexico. He currently is the Project Coordinator for Keres Community Health. In addition, Josiah is engaging New Mexico young adults to live commercial tobacco and nicotine-free lives and providing secondhand smoke protection to tribal communities
Project Coordinator
Keres Community Health

Frankly Speaking about Cancer: Colorectal Cancer
2023-02-15 15:30 - 17:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Weds, Feb 15 @ 3:30-5 pm CT via Zoom
This program is created for people diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The materials educate patients on the types of colorectal cancer, potential treatments and side effects, clinical trials, and the emotional concerns of a colorectal cancer diagnosis
ABOUT DR. NOELLE LOCONTE:

Dr. Noelle LoConte is a faculty member in the Division of Hematology, Medical Oncology and Palliative Care in the Department of Medicine. She leads the UW Carbone Cancer Center’s Outreach, Cancer Control and Population Sciences division and its Data and Safety Monitoring Committee. She formerly served on the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Prevention and Annual Meeting Scientific Program Committees.
Her many regional and national committee memberships include the Wisconsin Cancer Council Steering Committee; the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Gastrointestinal Cancer Core Committee; the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) Treatment Guidelines Committee for Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma; the Big 10 Cancer Research Consortium Gastrointestinal Cancer Committee; and the ASCO Primary Care Provider Engagement Work Group, CancerLinq Discovery Research and Publications Committee, and Alcohol Policy Workgroup (the latter of which she chairs). She is also a reviewer for over a dozen medical journals, and has received a John A. Hartford Foundation/American Society of Clinical Oncology Foundation Young Investigator Award and a Wisconsin Cancer Council Certificate of Appreciation Award.

YSC Summit
2023-02-17 08:00 - 2023-02-19 17:00
At the YSC Summit, every presenter is handpicked for their expertise and dedication to the young breast cancer experience.
Summit workshops help you build personalized survivorship from the inside out. Surround yourself with young survivors and thrivers, all creating their unique life after a cancer diagnosis.

From Prevention to Screening and Survivorship: A Roadmap for Reducing Shared Risks Associated with Cancers and Cardiovascular Disease Among Low-Income Populations and Patients (Part 1)
2023-02-22 11:30 - 12:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
LIVE Session Wednesday, February 22, 2023 at 12:30 PM Eastern

In collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA), this webinar series (2-Part) is designed to improve health equity among some of the nation’s most vulnerable populations. This series examines multi-dimensional approaches to reducing health disparities in tobacco cessation affecting low-income populations at risk for or diagnosed with a tobacco-related conditions: some cancers and heart disease (including cancer survivors with heart disease).
Register here: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4094294/AC02798C32AEFA0D81791D3684E3D3BE

International HPV Awareness Day 2023 Seminar Series
2023-02-27 12:00 - 13:15, 2023-02-28 12:00 - 13:15, 2023-03-01 12:00 - 13:15, 2023-03-03 12:00 - 13:15 | Webinar/Web Conference
The St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program is hosting a series of four virtual seminars leading up to International HPV Awareness Day on March 4, 2023. Register for one seminar or the entire series. If you have questions, please email PreventHPV@stjude.org.
The vision and mission of the St. Jude HPV Cancer Prevention Program are founded on the principle of HPV vaccination as an important cancer prevention too. The program’s vision is a world free of HPV cancers. The program’s mission is mission is to increase on-time HPV vaccination for all children through education, promoting best practice models, and strategic partner engagement. The program focuses its efforts on clinical, community, and policy interventions with a foundation of doing this work with partners and attending to and prioritizing equity. Learn more about the program at stjude.org/HPV and stjude.org/bright-future.

From Prevention to Screening and Survivorship: A Roadmap for Reducing Shared Risks Associated with Cancers and Cardiovascular Disease Among Low-Income Populations and Patients (Part 2)
2023-02-28 11:30 - 12:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
LIVE Session Wednesday, February 28, 2023 at 12:30 PM Eastern

In collaboration with the American Heart Association (AHA), this webinar series (2-Part) is designed to improve health equity among some of the nation’s most vulnerable populations. This series examines multi-dimensional approaches to reducing health disparities in tobacco cessation affecting low-income populations at risk for or diagnosed with a tobacco-related conditions: some cancers and heart disease (including cancer survivors with heart disease).
Register here: https://event.on24.com/wcc/r/4101918/A147F8C1432EBD6FDEDD379A0BFE6794

Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative New Member Orientation Webinar
2023-03-02 10:00 - 11:30 | Webinar/Web Conference
Whether you are new to the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative, looking to join, or maybe you’ve been a long time member but need a refresh on what our membership offers, please join us for an upcoming member orientation. We will cover our many resources, the membership directory, and how you and your organization can make more of an impact on cancer in Wisconsin. This webinar will give you an opportunity to ask the staff any questions you may have about the Collaborative or where your work fits in the Wisconsin Cancer Plan.

FOOD TO ADDRESS OUTCOMES: STRATEGIES TO SUPPORT PATIENTS WITH CANCER FACING FOOD INSECURITY
2023-03-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Event Details

March 14, 2023
Start: 1:00 PM ET, End: 2:00 PM ET

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Target Audience
This CE activity is intended for oncology nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals involved in the care of patients with cancer.
Educational Objectives
After completing this CE activity, the participant should be better able to:

Describe the prevalence of food insecurity in patients with cancer and how it influences patient outcomes
Explain how to effectively screen for food insecurity in the clinical setting
Assess opportunities to implement food access programming and identify potential collaborators
Identify three methods to provide access to healthy food resources
Provide resources, tools, and tips for patient support

Faculty
Francesca M. Gany, MD, MS
Chief, Immigrant Health and Cancer Disparities Service
Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
New York, NY

Emily Kain, MPH
Senior Program Manager
Community Health
MaineHealth
Portland, ME
Accreditation, Credit and Support

In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Medical Learning Institute, Inc. and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Medical Learning Institute, Inc. is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Nursing Continuing Professional Development
Successful completion of this nursing continuing professional development activity will be awarded 1.0 contact hour and no contact hour in the area of pharmacology.
Social Worker Continuing Education

As a Jointly Accredited Organization, Medical Learning Institute, Inc. (MLI) is approved to offer social work continuing education by the Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) Approved Continuing Education (ACE) program. Organizations, not individual courses are approved under this program. Regulatory boards have the final authority on courses accepted for continuing education credit. Social workers completing this course receive 1.0 Clinical Social Work continuing education credit.
Interprofessional Continuing Education Credit

This activity was planned by and for the healthcare team, and learners will receive 1.0 Interprofessional Continuing Education (IPCE) credit for learning and change.
There is no commercial support associated with this CE activity.

This continuing education activity is provided free of charge. Participants must attend the webinar in its entirety and submit the online evaluation form. Once submitted, the certificate will be generated as a PDF online.
There are no system requirements other than an internet connection.
Providers
This activity is provided by Medical Learning Institute, Inc. and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, in collaboration with The American Cancer Society.
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Freshstart Smoking Cessation Program
2023-03-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
Are You Ready to Quit Smoking? The American Cancer Society Freshstart® program is a free, 4-week group-based smoking cessation program offered by Advocate Aurora Health Care. Anyone who wants to quit using tobacco can participate in Freshstart. The primary goal of Freshstart is to help you plan a successful quit attempt by teaching you effective ways to overcome nicotine dependence. The information, activities and discussion topics will help you discover why you smoke and provide tools to help you quit. Join today and create a personal quit plan with others like you who understand the challenges of trying to quit smoking!
Register in advance for a 4-week session: https://aurora.org/smokefree
When: 4/3 – Spring Session: Thursdays 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13, Meeting time 6pm-7pm via ZOOM
Summer Session Tuesdays 6/6, 6/13, 6/20, 6/27
Meeting time 5:30pm-6:30pm via ZOOM
Fall Session (Day) Tuesdays 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24Meeting time Noon–1:00pm via ZOOM
FallSession (Evening) Wednesdays 10/18, 10/25, 11/1, 11/8
Meeting time 5:30pm-6:30pm via ZOOMAfter registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

2023 Prevent Cancer Dialogue: Addressing Community-Level Disparities in Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
2023-03-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
The 2023 Prevent Cancer Dialogue will be held virtually as a series of two webcast summits taking place on May 24 and June 28, 2023. With the focus of each summit, we will be building on the themes we introduced during the 2022 Dialogue: innovations and health equity in cancer prevention and early detection. Experts in the field will give relevant and enlightening presentations, and Q&A sessions and peer-to-peer conversations will provide productive dialogue among participants.
Registration for each virtual summit is separate and free of charge.

Summit 1
Addressing Community-Level Disparities in Cancer Prevention and Early Detection
Wednesday, May 24, 2023, 1:00-4:00pm ET
(Summit #1 Agenda)
Speakers will cover topics like successful community-centered approaches and patient navigation strategies that can reduce disparities and increase cancer screenings. Breakout groups will discuss examples of organizations’ successful work in patient navigation, tailored outreach to medically underserved communities, increasing access to and rates of lung cancer screening, and strategies to increase screening in LGBTQ+ communities.
REGISTER TODAY

MCW March Community Engagement Spotlight
2023-03-29 16:00 - 17:00 | Webinar/Web Conference
March 9, 2023
The Spotlight Series: Gaulien “Gee” Smith
Wednesday, March 29, 2023 | 4–5 p.m.

Meet Gaulien “Gee” Smith, founder and owner of Gee’s Clippers, a Milwaukee barbershop making strides with its commitment to the community.
Gee’s MKE Wellness Clinic is a health clinic in the barbershop that provides health care and awareness to individuals in the community. Gee has worked collaboratively with Froedtert Health to support skin cancer screenings and will be supporting colorectal cancer education.

Gee opened the doors of Gee’s Clippers on June 1, 1995, with just four barbers and himself and has grown it to a 30-chair barbershop. The barbershop has created community partnerships with the Milwaukee Bucks and numerous other large companies in the Milwaukee area, and he and his staff have been the barbers or stylists to hundreds of professional athletes, politicians and celebrities over the past 27 years.
Gee and Gee’s Clippers are known and respected because of their relentless commitment to the community. Whether giving time, money or resources to toy drives, coat drives, feeding families in need or creating safe spaces and platforms, including for men to talk about challenges such as their mental health, Gee is always connecting with the community. Gee’s was the first barbershop in the country to charter a Boy Scout Troop, creating a significant avenue for mentoring. Gee’s Clippers has received numerous awards and recognition for its important work in the city of Milwaukee and across the globe.
To bring awareness to National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, the March Community Engagement Spotlight is being planned in collaboration with the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) Cancer Center and will be facilitated by Charles Rogers, PhD, MPH, MS, MCHES®, Research Scholar Endowed Chair and the inaugural Associate Director of Community Outreach & Engagement for the MCW Cancer Center.
Click HERE to register or use the button below. We hope to see you on March 29!
