June Updates

June marks National Cancer Survivorship Awareness Month. Messaging resources and social media graphics are available on GW Cancer Center's website to support awareness efforts.

Join Upcoming Cancer Survivors Day Events on June 1st

National Cancer Survivors Day events are taking place across Colorado on June 1st. Learn more and register for celebrations taking place in Colorado Springs, Metro Denver, Durango, and Greenwood Village through the links below.

If you’re interested in donating or providing collateral for the Metro Denver celebration, contact Ella Meyer at EMeyer@trailhead.institute.  

The Cancer Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) Grant Review Committee is Seeking Applicants by June 1st

The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) is seeking applications to fill the following key vacancies on the Cancer Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Disease (CCPD) Grant Program Review Committee. 



• Pulmonary Expert
• Public Health Professional
• Primary Care Professional
• Representative of the Rural Interest in the Prevention, Early Detection, and Treatment of Cancer, Cardiovascular, and Chronic Pulmonary Disease.

Information on how to apply is available on the CCPD Review Committee webpage. The due date for applications is June 1, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Burnout is common, especially for those who strive to help others every day. In times of uncertainty, it is more important than ever to prioritize caring for yourself. In this 90-minute virtual workshop, you will learn strategies to embrace resilience, well-being and self-care.

By attending this session, you will:

• Become familiar with the building blocks and other essential elements of well-being.
• Explore the importance of resilience and the role it plays in our lives.
• Learn to recognize burnout-prone traits.
• Embrace being intentional about self-care.
• Discover ways to boost your well-being.

June 5th, 12 - 1:30 pm MT

June 17th, 1 - 2:30 pm MT (Spanish Interpretation Provided)

Vivir bien con propósito: Estrategias para el autocuidado

El agotamiento es común, especialmente para quienes se esfuerzan por ayudar a los demás a diario. En tiempos de incertidumbre, es más importante que nunca priorizar nuestro bienestar. En este taller virtual interactivo, aprenderá estrategias para fomentar la resiliencia, el bienestar y el autocuidado. Se ofrece interpretación en español.

Durante esta sesión, aprenderás a:

• Familiarizarte con los pilares y otros elementos esenciales del bienestar.
• Explorar la importancia de la resiliencia y su papel en nuestras vidas.
• Aprender a reconocer los rasgos que predisponen al agotamiento.
• Abordar el autocuidado de forma consciente.
• Descubrir maneras de mejorar tu bienestar.

June 17th, 1 - 2:30 pm MT (Spanish Interpretation Provided)



2026 - 2030 Cancer Plan Progress Updates



We'll provide key updates here as we progress on the 2026 - 2030 Cancer Plan. As of June, chapters are being drafted! Keep an eye out for public comment coming in November.