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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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.... Read more »
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... Read more »
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... Read more »
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.... Read more »
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.
Upcoming Supervisor Training Dates The next 2-part virtual Zoom session will be take place March 8th & 15th, 2022 from 9:00AM - 12:00PM. Class size is limited. The cost is $100. Topics Covered Include: Role of the CHW CHW Supervision Best Practices Organizational Readiness Supervisor Readiness Next Steps - Action Plan Questions? For more... Read more »
March 2022 Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month Webcast Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022 Time: 2:00-3:00 PM ET Join us to celebrate national achievements and to hear the latest state of the field updates that inform our work. Hear from Steven Itzkowitz, MD, and Robert Smith, PhD, NCCRT co-chairs; Lisa Richardson, MD, MPH, Director of CDC’s Division... Read more »
While age is the number one risk factor for dementia, dementia is NOT a normal part of aging. Many individuals maintain high levels of cognitive function well into their late years, but what you do with lifestyle matters! This one-hour educational session will teach participants what they can do to lower their dementia risk and... Read more »
Exercise and nutrition may be only briefly discussed during treatment planning, and patients may be unwilling to consider exercise during chemotherapy. It is important to provide education and an action plan to outline how exercise may not only reduce side effects from chemotherapy but also help chemotherapy work better and improve survival. As new data... Read more »
Come and learn how to beat colorectal cancer with powerful stories from survivors and caregivers! About this event Join us for this event to: Learn about colorectal cancer and how to prevent it Find out what's new with colorectal cancer screening and how to get screened in 2022 Hear powerful stories from survivors and caregivers
Upcoming Supervisor Training Dates The next 2-part virtual Zoom session will be take place March 8th & 15th, 2022 from 9:00AM - 12:00PM. Class size is limited. The cost is $100. Topics Covered Include: Role of the CHW CHW Supervision Best Practices Organizational Readiness Supervisor Readiness Next Steps - Action Plan Questions? For more... Read more »
Otis Brawley, MD, a globally-recognized expert in cancer prevention and control, joins NCCS CEO Shelley Fuld Nasso to discuss the current state of the COVID-19 pandemic and what relaxed public health measures mean for immunocompromised individuals. He will answer questions from CPAT members about how cancer survivors can best protect themselves.
Join The Center for Black Health & Equity, as we are excited to host a webinar on Thursday, March 17 at 4 P.M. to help you learn more about the guide’s make up and how it differs from other tobacco control literature on the market. This is your chance to talk to co-authors Sterling Fulton,... Read more »
EVENT DETAILS Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pHBRJnTET4i2ON4PJ8ODbQ Stressed out? This one-hour presentation will discuss chronic stress and its impact on physical and mental health. Participants will be introduced to and practice journaling as a coping technique to protect their well-being. This session will cover: • Normal stress vs. chronic stress • Stress-related health consequences • Personal stress assessment... Read more »
Date and time: Tuesday, March 22, 2022 2:00 pm Eastern Daylight Time (New York, GMT-04:00) Change time zone Program: Office of Cancer Survivorship Director’s Series Duration: 1 hour Description: Using Technology to Improve Supportive Care for Cancer Survivors and Their Family Caregivers This March presentation is co-sponsored by the National Institute of Nursing Research. Speaker:... Read more »
Join NCCS on Wednesday, March 23, at 12 PM ET, to hear from Pam DeGuzman, PhD, RN, who will discuss the development and evaluation of Comprehensive Assistance: Rural Interventions, Nursing and Guidance (CARING), a nurse-led intervention aimed at reducing disparities in quality of life for rural cancer survivors. During active treatment, rural survivors may forgo... Read more »
Individuals with mental health and substance use challenges have lower-than-average cancer screening rates and are at greater risk of developing colorectal cancer than the general population. Integrating conversations around mental wellbeing and colorectal cancer in mental health and substance use treatment settings encourages cancer prevention and provides better psychosocial support for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers.... Read more »
What Proportion Of Early-Onset Colorectal Cancer Is Potentially Preventable Based On Family History And Genetics? An NCCRT Blue Star Conversation Date: Tuesday, March 29, 2022 Time: 12:00-1:00 PM ET We are excited to announce our new Blue Star Conversations, a series of one-hour programs that will feature a brief, timely, topical presentation (just 15-20 minutes) followed... Read more »
The Tribal Vaccine Equity Project, administered by the Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan (ITCM), provides tribes, tribal health centers and other tribal serving community partners training, technical assistance and monetary awards to support local vaccination efforts and address vaccine hesitancy. For more information visit: https://keepitsacred.itcmi.org/covid-19-vaccine-equity/ Please join us for this opportunity to review the Community-based COVID-19... Read more »
The Inter-Tribal Council of Michigan's National Native Network with Indian Health Service Clinical Support Center (Accredited Provider) present a webinar. Title: Smoke-free Tribal Housing Policies Date: Wednesday, March 30, 2022 Time 3 - 4 p.m. EDT Presenter: Michael Freiberg, J.D. Senior Staff Attorney Public Health Law Center Colin Welker, BS, CHES Policy Analyst Public Health... Read more »
Please join our virtual training, provided by Dr. Alyssa Kaying Vang, a clinical psychologist. With over twenty years of clinical experience, Dr. Vang is considered a pioneer in the field of Hmong mental health. In this 4-part series training, Dr., Vang will share her skills and knowledge for providing culturally-responsive mental health services to Hmong... Read more »