Community Cancer Action Board Newsletter |
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By Domonique Noel,
Community Cancer Control Specialist
According to the National Cancer Institute, cancer is defined as “...a disease in which some of the body’s cells grow uncontrollably and spread to other parts of the body” (2021). Although it is not often talked about, cancer can have a significant impact on a person’s body image and sexuality. Body image refers to a person’s perception of the integrity of their physical body (Hungr et al., 2017), and is often tied to one’s internal sense of femininity or masculinity.
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Research Corner:
Project HERO
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Project HERO is an NIH-funded research study under the direction of Dr. Anita Kinney. Project HERO is investigating the effect of body-mind training programs on health and well-being in senior men with a previous diagnosis of cancer. There are over 9 million cancer survivors that are 55 years of age or older. Cancer survivors in this age group have unique challenges coping with late and long-term effects of having had a cancer diagnosis and treatment, coupled with age-related declines and comorbidities. This may influence their ability to engage in lifestyle interventions because of slower post-treatment recovery, increased functional limitations, and other quality of life (QOL) impairments. Project HERO participants attend either a body training or body mind session twice a week for 12 weeks in a class with other men who have been diagnosed with cancer. Past study subjects have greatly enjoyed their participation in the study. In fact, several participants have shared their positive experience in the study.
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January 25 || 4pm
Evaluating the impact of obesity in underserved and minority breast cancer survivors
Led by: Dr. Elisa Bandera
February 10 || 4pm
Community engagement strategies in the Mexican immigrant community
Led by: Dr. Karen D'Alonzo
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Don't forget to get your flu shot this year!
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Welcome to the ScreenNJ Navigation Team |
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Patient navigation (PN) can help people at any point in the cancer continuum, from prevention to treatment and survivorship. The Patient Navigator supports the improvement of patient outcomes through implementation of evidence-based patient navigation services for cancer screening at ScreenNJ partner sites throughout New Jersey. We find it to be an effective strategy and a critical part of decreasing cancer incidence and mortality.
The focus of the ScreenNJ Patient Navigation program is prevention and early detection of lung cancer and colorectal cancer, as well as breast, prostate, cervical, melanoma, HPV-related cancers, and hereditary/genetic counseling. Patient Navigators will provide guidance to some of the most at-risk patients, helping clients to prevent cancer, screen for cancer, and gain access to timely and high-quality follow-up cancer care. Patient Navigators will offer individualized assistance to patients to facilitate access to cancer screening. They will serve as a key resource for developing and expanding patient access to care resources and overcoming barriers to screening.
ScreenNJ Patient Navigators are assigned to specific regions across the state connecting with health care providers, community partners and patients to facilitate awareness of cancer screening, increase screening demand and patient access to screening.
For more information please contact:
Monica Townsend
Program Director, Social Services
ScreenNJ Patient Navigation Team
Regional contacts:
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Michelle Sloane
Grants/Program Manager
Arnold P. Gold Foundation
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Hello! I work as Grants/Programs Manager for the Arnold P. Gold Foundation, a nonprofit that champions humanism in healthcare, defined as compassionate, collaborative, and scientifically excellent care. Through grants, awards, and educational programs, we empower experts, learners, and leaders to create systems and cultures that target barriers to such care. Right now, we're planning a virtual conference for May 2022 and are launching several annual programs: The Gold Student Summer Fellowship, the Hope Babette Tang Humanism in Healthcare Essay Contest, and the Gold Humanism Honors Society's Thank a Resident Day (Feb. 25) and Solidarity Week for Compassionate Patient Care (Feb 14-18).
I'm passionate about connecting individuals to resources that address locally-identified community needs. I'm eager to apply my experience to help the CCAB foster partnerships between cancer researchers, community outreach staff, and communities across my home state.
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Don't Miss the Next CCAB Meeting!
February 22 at 4pm
Please RSVP by Wednesday, February 9th
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Arts & Media
Impact Council
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Citizen Scientist Clinical Trials Impact Council |
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The Arts & Media group has been added to the community engagement website. Impact council members have been establishing the platform's vision and collaborating on site layout and content areas, as well as starting conversations with arts organizations around NJ. Central among the current discussions include which community groups to create on the platform. The platform aims to serve as a space for all residents of New Jersey, so special attention is being given to identifying cultural, regional, and language, and disease-specific groups, especially where health- and cancer-related disparities are present. Community leaders for each group are to be considered for invitation to the platform, so they may assist the group in guiding content and development.
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The second cohort of the Citizen Scientist group graduated on January 19th. This group will provide a community voice to Cancer Institute researchers by working closely to inform different aspects of studies. In addition to working with researchers on studies, all Citizen Scientist Impact Council members will be invited to a members only monthly Research Café.
If you are interested in participating in the next Citizen Scientist training program please contact: outreach@cinj.rutgers.edu. |
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Congratulations
Citizen Scientists Class of 2022
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Black Cancer Disparities
Impact Council
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Black Cancer Disparities Group will be working on outreach events focused on Prostate Cancer in Southern NJ in the upcoming months. As well as gearing up to plan events for the rest the year that will be all over the state, including focus groups to assist in learning the barriers that people in the African American community are facing.
Next session will be on Monday, February 14 at 3pm.
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COE Community Events Calendar
January/February Calendar
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CLOSED GROUP - Jersey City Public Schools: Clinical Trials and the Research Process: RUYES/Innovation High School, Jan 5 at 10am.
CLOSED GROUP - Newark Beth Israel: Eating to prevent Cancer w/ Cooking Demo, Jan 10 at 10am.
CLOSED GROUP - Inland Family Success Center: HPV Educational Program for Parents, Jan 12 at 12pm.
CLOSED GROUP - Integrity House Women's Wellness Center: HPV-Related Cancers, Jan 12 at 3pm.
PUBLIC - Elixir Fund: Mindful Meditation, Jan 18 at 12pm. Join us for free meditation. The sessions will run during lunch time to help you recharge, reconnect and re-energize. Register today at: https://go.rutgers.edu/my2wf2ci
CLOSED GROUP - North Ward Family Success Center: Cancer 101 Cooking Demo, Jan 19 at 11am. Spanish-language session
CLOSED GROUP - Project ECHO - NJ CEED Collaboration Program, Jan 27 at 10am. Monthly Program for NJ CEED partners
PUBLIC - RWJ Somerset: Cánceres relacionados con el VPH, Jan 27 at 6pm. Spanish language HPV session. Join here/aqui
CLOSED GROUP - FamCare Inc: LGBTQ Competency Staff Training, Weekly Feb 2 - 16 at 10am
PUBLIC - Rutgers Men's Basketball Tabling Event, Feb 5 at 3pm. Louis Brown Athletic Center 83 Rockafeller Rd, Piscataway, NJ
CLOSED GROUP - Hillsborough Senior Center: Clinical Trials & the Research Process, Feb 9 at 11am.
PUBLIC - Iris House: HPV-Related Cancers, Feb 9 at 11am. Learn about HPV and how it can affect your cancer risk. For more information contact outreach@cinj.rutgers.edu.
PUBLIC - Homefirst: Cancer 101, Feb 9 at 6pm. Learn about the basics of cancer and how to protect yourself and your family. To join click here.
PUBLIC - Culinary Classes with Chef Afi, Feb 10 at 6:30pm. Join us as we travel the world in 6 biweekly sessions to learn healthy plant-based recipes. For more information please contact ourtreach@cinj.rutgers.edu
CLOSED GROUP - PRAB: Vivir mi vida - Nutrition in Spanish, Feb 16 at 3:30pm.
PUBLIC - Elixir Fund: Mindful Meditation, Feb 22 at 12pm. Join us for free meditation. The sessions will run during lunch time to help you recharge, reconnect and re-energize. Register today at: https://go.rutgers.edu/my2wf2ci
CLOSED GROUP - Hillsborough Senior Center: Cancer 101, Feb 23 at 11am.
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Let us know what you think!
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