The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
We've release episode #3 of the "Cancer in Our Community" podcast, featuring Dr. Edmondo Robinson. Listen in to hear how using data can improve outcomes for patients and cancer hospitals, while addressing concerns about data security. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/dcDJkmBs #DigitalHealth #DigitalHealthCare #HealthDisparities #CommunityHealth #Podcast #HealthEquity #PodcastEpisode
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
As we round out Minority Health Month, dive into our specially curated data showcasing the American Indian populations within Moffitt Cancer Center's catchment area. Explore insightful graphics that highlight the population distribution, the designated American Indian Areas in Florida by the US government, locations of Indian Health Services, and tribal group prevalence. Let's learn about the diverse communities we serve! #DataPoint #MinorityHealthMonth #DiverseCommunities
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
Join our very own Susan Vadaparampil for an upcoming webinar presented by Salud America! : “How to Equitably Respond to Local Cancer Needs” 10a.m. (central), Thursday, April 25, 2024 This webinar is part of a 3-webinar series, "Let’s Address Health Equity Together," which is a collaboration of the Salud America! program at the Institute for Health Promotion Research at UT Health San Antonio, the Mays Cancer Center at UT Health San Antonio, and Genentech. View more at https://lnkd.in/eRyGX5RF
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
SAVE THE DATE : Register for Florida Society of Clinical Oncology’s LGBTQ+ Living With Cancer program, hosted here in Tampa on October 17. This free educational dinner program is for LGBTQ+ cancer patients and their caregivers to learn and exchange information regarding cancer . The program will bring together cancer experts, advocacy groups, community support groups, and industry representatives to empower with the information and resources needed to navigate diagnosis and become their own advocate. Dinner, exhibitions, networking, and complimentary parking will be provided. Register: https://lnkd.in/eekutPD6
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
Our own Viviana Suarez will be conducting a Spanish language Meet the Expert series this Wednesday, April 24 at 10:00 a.m Haga que la protección solar sea un hábito diario (Make sun protection a daily habit) with presenter Viviana Suarez, Community Outreach Worker To register: https://lnkd.in/eTh9vT3A If you have any questions, please call 813-745-1690 or email PatientLibrary@Moffitt.org.
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
Moffitt and the Prostate Cancer Foundation recently hosted the 2024 Prostate Cancer Symposium where community members learned about the growing rate of men affected and diagnosed with prostate cancer. Over 100 participants engaged with leading experts to discuss new treatment, resources, and breakthrough research. Special thanks to the panel of survivors who provided testimonials, words of advice and encouragement, and candid treatment experiences with the attendees. Thank you to our speakers, planning committee, volunteers, sponsors, and community members who attended. Julio Pow-Sang Clement Gwede Monica Chatwal Kenneth Gage Barney Morris Rick Salomone Daniel Abate-Daga Jingsong Zhang KosJ Yamoah, MD, PhD Viviam Sifontes Rania Abdulla
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
In recognition of National Minority Health Month, our 2nd Spanish language podcast episode for Cáncer en Nuestra Comunidad continues to address the health issues that affect Spanish speaking communities. In this episode, Sarimar Agosto interviews Brian D. Gonzalez, Ph.D., a researcher and Associate Center Director for Research Diversity & Workforce Development. Brian's behavioral oncology research focuses on reducing disparities in quality of life for cancer patients through behavioral therapies that help them, for example, give up smoking, and to improve quality of life for minority survivors. _________________________________________________________________________________ En reconocimiento al Mes Nacional de la Salud de las Minorías, nuestro segundo episodio de podcast en español para Cáncer en Nuestra Comunidad continúa abordando los problemas de salud que afectan a las comunidades de habla hispana. En este episodio, el Dr. Agosto Salgado entrevista al Dr. Brian González, investigador y director asociado del Centro para la Investigación de la Diversidad y el Desarrollo de la Fuerza Laboral. La investigación de Brian en oncología conductual se centra en reducir las disparidades en la calidad de vida de los pacientes con cáncer a través de terapias conductuales que les ayuden, por ejemplo, a dejar de fumar y a mejorar la calidad de vida de los supervivientes de minorías. Mira nuestro último episodio aquí: https://lnkd.in/dR4j-vHa #NationalMinorityHealthMonth #CancerenNuestraComunidad Parmvir K Bahia Artha Science Media
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
While each men’s risk may vary, 1 in 8 men will be diagnosed with Prostate Cancer in their lifetime. As we prepare to host the 2024 Prostate Cancer Symposium on Saturday April 6, here is KosJ Yamoah, MD, PhD sharing his expertise on recommended screenings and treatment options from a recent Daytime Tampa Bay health segment. If you would like to learn more about prostate cancer from the experts directly and patient testimonials, there is still space to attend the symposium by registering here: https://lnkd.in/eiRCh8wD
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
Thank you to Multiple Reasons founder Latosha Hoskins for hosting a great walk and festival on Saturday in Wimauma. The event was well attended and helped to increase awareness of multiple myeloma. Thanks to Moffitt faculty, Dr. Brandon Blue and Dr. B. Lee Green for sharing their expertise as a blood cancer doctor and health disparities researcher, respectively; and Moffitt COEE team member, Jeannette Palencia, for providing attendees with cancer prevention education. We look forward to continuing to partner with Latosha Hoskins and Multiple Reasons to ensure everyone has an opportunity to detect, treat and survive multiple myeloma cancer. For more info on Multiple Reasons visit: https://lnkd.in/dYxqd4Fj #MultipleMyeloma #communityoutreach
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
March marks Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a vital period to emphasize the significance of early detection in saving lives. Colorectal cancer is highly treatable when caught early, in fact screening tests like colonoscopies can reduce CRC mortality rates by up to 60% (Zheng, et al 2023). COEE at Moffitt Cancer Center provides health education on CRC risks and screening, empowering communities with crucial information about CRC prevention and screening. #DataPoint #ColorectalAwarenessMonth #ColonCancer
The Office of Community Outreach, Engagment & Equity at Moffitt Cancer Center
Thanks to the Citrus Colorectal Cancer Foundation for inviting Moffitt Cancer Center to be a part of the first annual #ColonFest on this past Saturday (March 23rd) at Liberty Park in downtown Inverness. The festival helped to raise awareness about colorectal cancer and healthy lifestyles. Local and statewide vendors and organizations participated and provided resources to community members at this fun, family-friendly event. To learn more info about the organization, visit: https://www.citruscrc.com/ #colorectalawarenessmonth
