National Lung Cancer Awareness Month | | |
November marks National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Messaging resources and social media graphics are available on GW Cancer Center's website to support awareness efforts.
Want to get involved? Join the Colorado Cancer Coalition’s Lung Cancer Task Force (LCTF) to connect with others improving prevention, screening, and survivorship across Colorado.
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The Colorado Cancer Coalition is relaunching the Pediatric / Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Task Force, co-chaired by Joan Slaughter from the Morgan Adams Foundation and Erica Berge, LCSW.
This group will bring together clinicians, researchers, advocates, survivors, and partners to improve care and support for young people affected by cancer across Colorado. Sign up below to be the first to know when meetings start!
Questions? Contact pedsayatf@coloradocancercoalition.org.
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We're Recruiting!
The Colorado Cancer Coalition is seeking passionate leaders to help drive statewide action in cancer prevention and care!
We’re currently recruiting Chairs for the HPV Vaccination Task Force and the Prostate Cancer Task Force - an exciting opportunity to shape Colorado’s cancer prevention and early detection efforts.
As a Task Force Chair, you’ll help guide collaboration among statewide partners, set priorities, and lead initiatives that advance the goals of the Colorado Cancer Plan. Chairs typically convene monthly / bi-monthly meetings, foster connections across sectors, and help elevate innovative ideas and community needs.
If you’re ready to help move Colorado forward in reducing the burden of cancer, learn more about our Task Forces here and email emeyer@trailhead.institute to inquire.
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Save the Date! Colorado Cancer Plan Public Comment opens 11/12
The Colorado Cancer Coalition (CCC) invites you to provide feedback on the proposed goals, objectives, and activities for the 2026-2030 Colorado Cancer Plan during the Public Comment Period from November 12 to December 4, 2025. The Colorado Cancer Plan will provide a roadmap for reducing the burden of cancer in Colorado for the next five years with measurable goals, objectives, and strategies that can be worked on in communities across Colorado. Your feedback will help us understand what is working, what is missing, and how we can make the plan stronger and more useful for all communities. Please share with others in your network and community who may be interested in providing feedback.
There are two ways that you can engage in the public comment process between 11/12 and 12/4.
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You can provide feedback by responding to the CCC’s online public comment feedback form. There is no limit on the number of submissions you can make. The form will be provided on 11/12.
- Attend any of three virtual office hours to provide live, in-person feedback (Registration required).
- November 17, 2025 at 12:00 - 1:00 pm
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November 18, 2025 at 9:00 - 10:00 am (This session will have a data emphasis with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment’s Lead Cancer Epidemiologist available)
- December 3, 2025 at 5:00 - 6:00 pm
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. Your input will help guide cancer prevention and care efforts across Colorado. If you have any questions you can contact
thecoloradocancercoalition@gmail.com.
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Upcoming Webinar: November 6th
The Impact of Climate on Cancer Care Globally
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This webinar series by the NCCN provides an opportunity for a varied group of global stakeholders, including patients, patient advocates, oncology providers, policymakers, and caregivers, to highlight and discuss global challenges to equitable and high-quality cancer care, across the continuum of care, from diverse geographic perspectives.
Thursday, November 6th
10 am - 12 pm MT
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Upcoming Event: November 7th
NCCN 2025 Lung Cancer Congress
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This 1-day, CE-certified congress is a must-attend for oncology professionals seeking the latest insights and connections with leading experts.
Join for educational sessions that highlight treatment advances and supportive care options in lung cancer. Dive into unique and challenging patient cases and learn how best to apply the NCCN Guidelines® to optimize patient care.
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Returning Support Group: SoCo Kids Corner | | |
CommonSpirit has brought back its support group for young people aged 6 - 17 years old who have a parent or grandparent with cancer. The group is facilitated by Penrose-St. Francis Cancer Centers Oncology Social Worker, Taylor Schulz and Rocky Mountain Cancer Center Oncology Social Worker, Aubrey Melendes.
The group meets first Saturday of each month, 10:00 - 11:30am at Penrose Cancer Center (2222 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80907) in the front conference rooms. The group will run October- May.
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Upcoming Webinar: November 12th
Early Answers, Better Outcomes: Why Lung Screening Matters
Lung cancer tragically claims more lives than breast, colon, and prostate cancers combined. Join Dr. Joel Michalski, a dedicated medical oncologist from Nebraska Cancer Specialists, on November 12th to understand why this is Nebraska's leading cancer killer and learn how early detection via low-dose CT scans can save lives. Don't miss this important discussion on screening criteria and resources
Wednesday, November 12th
11 am - 12 pm MT
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Upcoming Webinar: November 5th
Advancing Options in Melanoma Treatment
Join this free Symposium by Impact Melanoma to take a closer look at how melanoma research moves from the lab to clinical trials, featuring updates on emerging therapies and innovations in treatment development. The event will include a virtual lab tour and presentations from leading researchers in the field.
Wednesday, November 5th
4 pm MT
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Upcoming Webinar: November 5th
Addressing Food Insecurity Across the Cancer Continuum
This webinar offers participants the chance to understand the profound impact of nutrition on cancer outcomes, learn practices for addressing food insecurity across the cancer journey, and discover ways to leverage community partnerships to drive local solutions.
November 5th
2 pm MT
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Lymphoma Survivors Wanted for Heart Health Study
Are you a lymphoma survivor interested in research that could improve cardiovascular care after cancer?
CU Anschutz researchers are conducting a study to better understand how chemotherapy impacts heart and artery health.
You may qualify if you:
- Are 18 years or older
- Completed chemotherapy at least 4 weeks ago
- Have not used hormone therapy in the past 12 months
- Currently not pregnant/lactating
What’s involved:
- Two in-person visits over 5 days (~5 hours total)
- Non-invasive cardiovascular testing
- $100 compensation + insights into your heart health
Interested? Complete the quick eligibility form by clicking the green button.
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Contact: SEN-DoCstudy@cuanschutz.edu, (720) 593-6201
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Principal Investigator: Dr. Zachary Clayton
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Program Spotlight: Well-Being and Cancer at Work Program (WeCanWork)
Cancer survivors face many challenges when they return to work during and/or after their treatment. The Well-Being and Cancer at Work (WeCanWork) program aims to improve working cancer survivors' access to experts who assess their ability to continue working during periods of illness and disability. WeCanWork also aims to empower patients who want to work and oncology care providers to support patients through occupational medicine referrals
| | | Interested in more resources? Check out the Survivorship & Palliative Care Task Forces (SPCTF) Newsletter! | |
Early Giving Started November 1st!
All donations made online with the Colorado Gives Foundation now through December 9th count toward Colorado Gives Day and the $1 Million+ Incentive Fund. Interested in supporting our work? Check out our CO Gives Page.
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American Cancer Society
Our work is supported by the American Cancer Society, a valued partner in advancing cancer prevention, screening, and survivorship across Colorado.
Visit them at cancer.org.
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A Program at Trailhead Institute
The Colorado Cancer Coalition is a program at Trailhead Institute. To learn more about Trailhead, visit their website, connect on LinkedIn, or sign up for updates through the link below.
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