Survivors Symposia sessions 2008-09
Massey has joined with Susan G. Komen for the Cure to present nationally recognized experts for a third time. Directed by Diane Baer Wilson, Ed.D., and Brian Cassel, Ph.D., these sessions provide insight into many important aspects of the health and lives of cancer survivors.
- Register now for future, free programs
- To review transcripts and materials from past Symposia presentations, click here.
- If you would like to learn more about the Symposia Series, please Ask Massey, or call (804) 828-8360.
Upcoming sessions are
We need to talk: Starting a dialogue about cancer in African-American families and churches
Feb. 19, 2009 from 7-9 p.m., St. Philip’s Episcopal Church, 2900 Hanes Ave., Richmond, Va.
African-Americans have higher rates of cancer and are more likely to die from this disease. Come join a discussion about how we can make a difference. Join us to learn:
- Why it is important to talk about cancer with family members
- How to learn whether cancer “runs in your family”
- How churches can help maximize cancer survivorship in the African-American community
Free and open to the public; but seating is limited. Please register online or call (804) 828-8360.
For more information on cancer survivorship, visit:
- The Richmond Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure
- National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
- National Cancer Institute:
cancercontrol.cancer.gov/ocs/ www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/support
www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/coping - Centers for Disease Control
- Lance Armstrong Foundation
