News from the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative | March 2023
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COLORECTAL CANCER AWARENESS MONTH
Share these life saving resources during Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
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Join us this March in celebrating National Colorectal Cancer Month. Colorectal cancer can be a devastating disease, but it can be prevented with regular, on-time screenings.
Screening guidelines have been updated to help find these cancers earlier when they can be easier to treat. Adults ages 45 and older need to be screened for colorectal cancer and have several options to choose the best test for them.
Many people do not know they are eligible for colorectal cancer screening or are still behind on missed cancer screenings because of the pandemic. Throughout March, you can share important messages about colorectal cancer screening, cancer prevention, and early detection.
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Use these Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative colorectal cancer resources to help increase screening rates Wisconsin. | |
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Social Media Toolkit
Download and share our six social media graphics and sample messages.
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Infographic
Use this infographic to introduce audiences to the basic facts about colorectal cancer in Wisconsin.
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How-to-Sheet
Share this colorectal cancer handout with patients and families who may have financial, educational, or language barriers.
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We’ve also curated a round-up of partner resources to support your colorectal cancer awareness activities. | |
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National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable (NCCRT)
NCCRT is a national coalition of supporters and advocates dedicated to reducing the incidence and mortality from colorectal cancer in the US. NCCRT curates an extensive resource center and invites organizations to join the 80% in Every Community pledge, which is dedicated to increasing colorectal cancer screening rates in every community to 80%.
CRC Awareness Month Webcast, March 23rd
Attend the National Colorectal Cancer Roundtable’s annual CRC Awareness Month Webcast and hear the latest state of the field updates that inform this work. Register here.
Pink Shawl Initiative Colorectal Cancer Graphic
Share this graphic to raise awareness of the high rates of CRC that American Indians and Alaskan Natives experience and the importance of early screening and detection. View graphic.
FightCRC
FightCRC is a national patient empowerment and advocacy organization that provides balanced and objective information on colorectal cancer screening, treatment, and policy. Learn more about their work, events, and download their toolkits and factsheets.
GWU Colorectal Cancer Awareness Tools
This helpful online toolkit from GWU includes resources, data, tips for communicating about colorectal cancer, and best practices for communicating with a diverse audience.
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#BlueBeadsForCRC
This national campaign from the American Indian Cancer Foundation raises awareness of colorectal cancer across Indian County. Learn more and download their Blue Beads Toolkit.
Go #BlueForCRC!
The Colon Cancer Coalition, Fight Colorectal Cancer, and the American Cancer Society invite you to go BLUE this March. You’re invited to light landmarks in blue to promote colorectal cancer awareness. Learn more and submit your health center, organization, or landmarks today!
Colorectal Cancer Alliance (CCA)
CCA is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to colorectal cancer. They empower allies to support patients, families, caregivers, and survivors, raise awareness of preventative measures, and help support critical research. CCA offers financial assistance programs to help cover screening and/or treatment costs.
National LGBT Cancer Network
The National LGBT Cancer Network works to improve the lives of LGBT cancer survivors and those at risk for cancer. They have created a Colorectal Cancer Toolkit designed to answer the LGBTQIA+ communities most asked questions about colorectal cancer.
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See how this connects to the Wisconsin Cancer Plan: | | | |
HEALTH EQUITY
Governor's Health Equity Council releases new report
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Report
Read the full Governor's Health Equity
Council Report, including the 20
recommendations adopted by the
council.
Executive Summary
Read the Governor's Health Equity
Council Recommendations Executive
Summary.
Governor's Health Equity
Council
Learn more about Governor's Health
Equity Council (GHEC), explore past
reports, and view meeting materials.
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See how this connects to the Wisconsin Cancer Plan: | | | |
CANCER RISK REDUCTION
March 4th is International HPV Awareness Day
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Build awareness about HPV and the HPV vaccine by celebrating International HPV Awareness Day on March 4th.
HPV is a common virus that causes six kinds of cancer in men and women including almost all:
- Anal cancers
- Cervical cancers and cervical cancer precursors
- Oropharyngeal (back of the throat, base of the tongue, and tonsils) cancers
- Vaginal cancers
- Vulvar cancers
- Penile cancers.
An estimated 3,017 new cancer diagnoses and at least 748 deaths in Wisconsin between 2012-2016 were attributable to HPV infection.
The HPV vaccine is an excellent tool that can safely and effectively protect against these types of cancer diagnoses and deaths. The vaccine is recommended for girls and boys, ages 11-12, and also those ages 13-26, beginning as early as age 9. Despite its efficacy at preventing many types of HPV-related cancers though, the majority of Wisconsin children are not getting the HPV vaccine.
We encourage our partners to use these resources to build awareness about HPV and the HPV vaccine on March 4th and beyond. Together we can reduce the burden of HPV related cancers in Wisconsin.
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Use these Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative HPV resources to help increase HPV vaccination rates in Wisconsin. | |
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HPV Issue Brief
This Issue Brief examines statewide HPV-related cancer trends, offers strategies to prevent cancers by increasing HPV vaccination rates in girls and boys across Wisconsin, and explores how the COVID pandemic has affected HPV vaccine access and uptake.
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HPV Factsheet
This fact sheet offers a helpful snapshot of HPV vaccination rates in Wisconsin, and offers action steps you can take to make a difference.
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HPV Infographic
Learn how we can protect Wisconsin youth from HPV-related cancers. This tool is perfect for sharing online, or print it and post in your office, school, or clinic.
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Explore other HPV resources from our partners:
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See how this connects to the Wisconsin Cancer Plan: | | | |
TOBACCO PREVENTION AND CONTROL
DHS launches new campaign to reinforce the age 21 tobacco law
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Wisconsin Department of Health Services has released their new Tobacco 21 Campaign. This statewide campaign includes includes billboards, TV ads, internet ads, social media posts, pump toppers, and radio spots that emphasize one key message: 21 is the minimum legal sales age for tobacco and vape products—no matter what.
The importance of this campaign is highlighted by recent Synar Surveys, the annual statewide assessments of the retailer violation rate for underage sale of tobacco products. In recent years, the rates at which retailer's sold tobacco products to underage purchasers has been the highest in over a decade, at 14.1% in 2021, and 11.9% in 2022, compared to the pre-pandemic rate of 5.5%.
The Tobacco 21 Campaign is directed at educating both tobacco retailers and the general public, ultimately aimiming to prevent youth access to tobacco and nicotine products.
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Explore resources from the Tobacco 21 Campaign:
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See how this connects to the Wisconsin Cancer Plan: | | | |
TOBACCO PREVENTION AND CONTROL POLICY
City of Milwaukee imposes 6-month moratorium on new vape shops
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City of Milwaukee officials approved a 6-month pause on occupancy permits to businesses that sell “electronic cigarettes or electronic cigarette paraphernalia.”
The moratorium will apply to electronic smoking retailers that have 10% or more of their floor space dedicated to devices or paraphernalia, and more than 10% of sales consisting of devices or paraphernalia. Businesses that are in the process of getting a permit before it goes into place will not be affected.
The moratorium provides the city with more time to develop better regulations on the locations and operations of vape shops.
Learn more.
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See how this connects to the Wisconsin Cancer Plan: | | | |
COVID-19
Evusheld no longer a tool for people with cancer
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The FDA recently announced Evusheld is no longer authorized for emergency use in the U.S. as it is no longer effective against current COVID-19 variants. Evusheld, an antibody therapy, previously was an essential tool used for pre-exposure protection against COVID-19 infection, especially for people with compromised immune systems including people with cancer.
Antiviral medications continue to remain effective against current circulating COVID-19 variants.
People who are moderately to severely immunocompromised, those who might have an inadequate immune response to COVID-19 vaccination, and those who cannot receive COVID-19 vaccines, are urged to exercise caution and follow additional preventive measures.
Learn more.
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If you have a weakened immune system, or live with someone who does, the CDC recommends the following: | |
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A short list of funding opportunities, calls for proposals, and other news from our members and partners.
To submit an announcement for an upcoming newsletter, please email us.
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POLICY UPDATE
Federal Public Health Emergency to End May 11, 20223
The US Department of Health and Human Services released a fact sheet on changes that will be implemented when the federal Public Health Emergency ends on May 11, 2023.
Learn more.
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TOOLKIT
LGBTQ+ Diversity in Clinical Trials
This resource from Frankly Speaking About Cancer and the National LGBT Cancer Network provides information about clinical trials and the need for LGBTQ+ diversity in them.
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REPORT
Cancer Diagnosis Raises Suicide Risk by 26 Percent Compared to General Population
A new cohort study of individuals diagnosed with cancer in 2000 to 2016 found suicide risk was 26% higher compared with the general population. Findings underscore the need for timely symptom management and targeted psychosocial interventions for suicide prevention in individuals diagnosed with cancer.
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STUDY
State of Tobacco Control 2023 Report
The American Lung Association released the 21st annual State of Tobacco Control report. The report evaluates states and the federal government on proven-effective tobacco control laws and policies necessary to save lives.
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BLOG POST
Study Probes Awareness of Alcohol's Link to Cancer
A new study confirmed that most American adults aren’t aware of the link between alcohol consumption and cancer. It also found that, even among those who are aware, there’s a belief that it varies by the type of alcohol. For example, more participants were aware of the cancer risks from hard liquor and beer than about the risk from wine, with some participants believing wine lowers your cancer risk.
Read the NCI blog post featuring our very own Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative PI, Dr. Noelle LoConte, MD.
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JOURNAL ARTICLE
Patient-reported Symptom Burden and Supportive Care Needs with Stage II-III Colorectal Cancer
A new study assessed patient-reported symptoms and supportive needs of patients with stage II – III colorectal cancer during and after treatment. The most prevalent symptoms included tiredness, pain, and poor well-being during and after treatment. The study found that specific symptoms and specific groups of patients were at greater risk for higher and/or more persistent symptoms underscoring the need for supportive care and ongoing assessment and interventions.
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FACT SHEET
Addressing Excessive Alcohol Use: State Fact Sheets
These fact sheets from the CDC highlight the public health problem and the status of alcohol policy solutions in each of the 50 states and the District of Columbia.
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STUDY
Breast and Lung Cancer Screening Among Medicare Beneficiaries Still Below Expected
In a recent cohort study published in JAMA, the decreases in breast and lung cancer screening during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic did not resolve later into the pandemic among Medicare enrollees. Lung Cancer screening was 14% below expected rates and mammography rates were 4% below expected rates as of February 2022. Interventions designed to improve screening rates should be considered.
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TRAINING
Financial Navigation Training for Social Workers
The GW Cancer Center proudly announces a special edition financial navigation training, designed specifically for social workers. The training describes strategies and resources to address financial toxicity effectively. Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to claim National Association of Social Workers (NASW) accreditation. Their companion financial toxicity tip sheet lists the most important concepts of financial navigation and provides helpful resources.
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CONTINUING EDUCATION
Facilitating the Learning Experience During & After Cancer Treatment
This online professional development course for school nurses, social workers, other school personnel, and healthcare professionals who support childhood cancer survivors are available from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society focuses on strategies to support children and AYAs who have survived or are being treated for any type of cancer.
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WEBINAR SERIES
International HPV Awareness Day 2023 Seminar Series
Hosted by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
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Mar. 1 & 3
12 pm - 1:15 pm
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WEBINAR
Food to Address Outcomes: Strategies to Support Patients with Cancer Facing Food Insecurity
Hosted by Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
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WEBINAR
Addressing Best Practice for Colorectal Cancer Screening in American Indian/Alaska Native Communities
Hosted by National Native Network
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CLASS
Freshstart Smoking Cessation Series
Hosted by Advocate Aurora
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Mar. 23, 30, Apr. 6, 13
6 pm - 7 pm
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SAVE THE DATE
2023 Wisconsin
Cancer Summit
Nov. 1: Opening Reception
Nov. 2: All-Day Programming
Wilderness Resort, Wisconsin Dells
Agenda and registration coming soon.
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Coming soon, Regional Meetings!
This Spring, the Wisconsin Cancer Collaborative is hitting the road and coming to a city a near you.
Details, like meeting locations and dates, will be coming soon, so stay tuned. We hope to see you this Spring!
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