Participation

August 25, 2023

Welcome to Cancer(s) and Health Disparities 101 - The Introduction
Antonio T. Baines, PhD

This lecture was the first of many conversations from researchers and health professionals based at NCCU, UNC, and NC A&T about the family of diseases we call Cancer. For this particular lecture, we focus on some of the basic concepts and characteristics that define cancer and discuss why it is such a devastating problem for our society. We also discussed why it seems to negatively plaque minority communities the most.

Participation

September 1, 2023

Radiation Oncology
Gaorav Gupta, MD, PhD

Targeted, high-energy radiation beams can be used to treat cancer. In this webinar, we explain the basic physics and biology of how radiation works, and describe some of the clinical situations where it can be used to reduce suffering from cancer.

Participation

September 8, 2023

New Strategies in Treating GI Cancers
Ashwin Somasundaram, MD

This lecture discusses the landscape of novel and exiciting therapies in pancreatic, gastric, liver, and colon cancers. We focus on how the landscape is currently being investigated from a UNC perspective also.

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October 13, 2023

Breast Cancer Health Disparities
Checo Rorie, PhD

This lecture introduces the concept of breast cancer health disparities. We explore risk factors associated with breast cancer and discuss ways that breast cancer disparities are being addressed through research, community outreach, and diversifying the healthcare field.

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October 20, 2023

Pancreatic Cancer: Overview, Health Disparities, and Survivor Interview
Yolanda M. VanRiel, PhD, RN, MEDSURG-BC, OCN, CNE, ACUE, ANEF
Karyn Green, MS
Sydney Taylor, BA

This lecture provides an overview of pancreatic cancer. We will discuss pancreatic cancer types, risk factors, signs and symptoms, and treatments. We will also explore pancreatic health disparities, genetic testing, and tests for detecting pancreatic cancer early. Lastly, an interview with a pancreatic cancer survivor will be presented to show the impact of pancreatic cancer on the patient and family.

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October 27, 2023

Careers in Cancer
Veronica Carlisle, MPH, CHES
Jessica Veale, MHS, PA-C
Michelle Johnson, MHS, PA (ASCP)CM

Explore career options in pathology assistant, physician assistant, nursing and public health educator with professionals in these areas. The presenters will highlight information about their work and career paths. 

Participation

November 10, 2023

Precision Medicine and lmmunotherapy: The new frontiers in cancer care?
Ugwuji Maduekwe, MD, MMSc, MPH

An exploration of the dispersion of new therapies in the care of cancer are inequitably distributed and solutions to closing these gaps.

Participation

November 17, 2023

Expanding Cancer Care Quality and Delivery in Sub-Saharan Africa:a collaborative approach
Ashley Leak Bryant, PhD, RN, OCN, FAAN
Benyam Muluneh, PharmD., BCOP, CPP
Jennifer Hotchkiss, RN, MSN, OCN, CNL

An exploration of the dispersion of new therapies in the care of cancer are inequitably distributed and solutions to closing these gaps.