CEOs Against Cancer - Pacific Northwest’s Post

On this World Health Day, the theme "My Health, My Right" serves as a powerful reminder of the fundamental importance of understanding our rights to healthcare, particularly for individuals in #ruralcommunities who are frequently overlooked by the healthcare system. Looking forward to the rollout of the 2024 Celebrate Life #oncologyworkshops in partnership with specialist doctors to equip #primarycare health workers in the rural Eastern Cape about various cancers with topics ranging from symptoms, and diagnosis to treatment. For those fortunate enough to have access to healthcare, let's make use of the resources available to undergo screenings, as #earlydetectionsaveslives. Recent events have shown us that cancer does not discriminate and can affect anyone. #cancerscreening #cancerawareness #MyHealthMyRight #WorldHealthDay2024

Do you know that today, February 4th is World Cancer Day? Created in 2000, World Cancer Day has grown into a positive movement for everyone, everywhere to unite under one voice to face one of our greatest challenges in history. Educating, Preventing and Eradicating Cancer as we know it. Here in Delaware, CSCDE’s health equity efforts center on three values: access, affordability, and inclusivity, offered at no-cost. Access to and inclusivity of programming and patient education around the importance of screenings, prevention, and healthy lifestyles, especially for those communities who have been historically underrepresented and under-resourced, is accomplished via in-person, hybrid, and virtual offerings. We also ensure access to and affordability of quality health care, to include the prevention and mitigation of financial toxicity; we address health-related social needs so that each patient, caregiver, and loved one impacted by cancer can engage with programs and services that meet their unique needs. Please reach out to us at https://lnkd.in/ef9TGWy #cscde #mentalhealthawareness #cancersupport #cancercommunity #cancerawareness #worldcancerday24

#ICYMI: Many current models of palliative care are not prepared to meet the needs of people who are vulnerably housed, staying in shelters or living in outdoor spaces. To improve access to safe and high-quality palliative care for these people, communities across Canada have designed innovative models of equity-oriented palliative care. Learn from communities through their promising practice summaries, outlining innovative models of care and the lessons they learned along the way: https://lnkd.in/gV4JC9z4 Canadian Partnership Against Cancer

🎗️6th February of 2024, the Webinar Safety and Health Talk for World Cancer Day with Fullerton Health "Health is for everyone. Health is not a personal matter but a collective asset that will help build a brighter tomorrow, a brighter future." - Audrey Vanessa. In the spirit of unity and knowledge-sharing, this webinar aims to empower and educate, fostering awareness about cancer prevention and overall well-being. As an actuarial science student, I gained insight into public health initiatives for cancer prevention, early detection, and access to affordable treatment. This understanding can inform my contributions to designing sustainable healthcare systems and advocating for policy changes to address cancer-related challenges. With that, I can be part of a movement that can make a tangible impact on our lives and communities in the future. For all the cancer survivors, you are strong, and I hope you never give up. 🎗️

In March 2024, Macmillan Cancer Support, the University of Bristol, Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse, with input from IRISi Interventions, launched a toolkit to help healthcare staff identify and respond to domestic abuse in cancer patients. The toolkit was co-produced with individuals with lived experience, such as Marion. Read her powerful story: https://lnkd.in/e7h5hzRB #domesticabuse #domesticviolence #generalpractice #sexualhealthclinic #domesticviolenceandabuse #dva #clinicaltraining #healthcaretraining #safeguarding

In March 2024, Macmillan Cancer Support, the University of Bristol, Standing Together Against Domestic Abuse, with input from IRISi Interventions, launched a toolkit to help healthcare staff identify and respond to domestic abuse in cancer patients. The toolkit was co-produced with individuals with lived experience, such as Marion. Read her powerful story: https://lnkd.in/eZFwFFxS #domesticabuse #domesticviolence #generalpractice #sexualhealthclinic #domesticviolenceandabuse #dva #clinicaltraining #healthcaretraining #safeguarding

Many Americans struggle with serious debt due to high health care costs. When a hospital system owns a doctor’s office, they can charge Medicare patients more for their cancer care, even if they never step foot in the hospital. Send a message to your representative asking them to vote YES on The Lower Costs, More Transparency Act (H.R. 5378).  This bill would help stop wildly divergent costs for blood cancer patients, providing patients covered by Medicare the confidence that their routine care will cost the same regardless of who owns the doctor’s office or clinic. It takes less than a minute to do using LLS's easy action form. #LLS #advocacyinaction #cancersurvivor

Black men are 2.1 times more likely to die from prostate cancer - a health equity gap we can’t ignore. At Bastion Health, we tackle this disparity with accessible tech-driven healthcare solutions to ensure every man, especially those at higher risk, can get early detection and treatment from the comfort of their home. With our advanced diagnostics and treatment options available from home, we’re ensuring that healthcare disparities do not dictate outcomes. Health equity in men’s health starts with empowering men to take charge of their health. Bastion Health stands committed to partnering with employers and health plans to bridge gaps and empower all men to prioritize their health. #DEI #HealthEquity #MensHealth #EmployeeHealth #ProstateCancerAwareness #DigitalHealth #HealthTech #InnovativeHealthcare #HealthcareInnovation #BastionHealth

Today is National Healthcare Decisions Day, a day devoted to educating the community about advance care planning. When Empath Health Community Partnership Specialist Keosha Simmons speaks about the importance of advance care planning, it comes from personal experience. As the primary caregiver for her father during his battle with lung cancer, she understands the impact of having difficult healthcare conversations. By documenting her father's wishes through a living will, Keosha was able to navigate his final days with clarity and peace of mind. Learn more about the importance Advance Care Planning in our blog: https://ow.ly/msvA50RhaLv #AdvanceCarePlanning #NHDD #ACP #EmpathHealth

Navigating a cancer diagnosis is more than just managing health, it's about addressing the entire spectrum of challenges that come with it. That's where CRT Together steps in, offering practical support to those facing this journey. From helping with daily living and financial concerns to providing emotional and educational resources. We are committed to empowering patients every step of the way. Whether it's connecting with peer support groups, understanding your rights, emotional support or overcoming obstacles, this initiative is here to make sure no one faces cancer alone. #CancerSupport #PatientAdvocacy #CRTtogether #improvinghealthinequalities