Wyoming Cancer Coalition
Wyoming Cancer Coalition members are carrying out Wyoming’s Cancer Control Plan through activities that promote good health behavior
Comprehensive Cancer Control is defined as “an integrated and coordinated approach to reducing cancer incidence, morbidity, and mortality through prevention (primary prevention), early detection (secondary prevention), treatment, rehabilitation, and palliation.” Comprehensive Cancer Control’s end goal is “to integrate activities with resources in order to prevent and control cancer.”
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We want to ensure our members are getting the most from our newsletters, so we want to hear from you! Drop your suggestions and keep an eye out for a future poll including suggestions to vote on!
Today is World Lung Cancer Day! Check out https://www.lung.org/lung-force/about-lung-force/featured-campaigns/world-lung-cancer-day to learn about all things lung!
Hosting some summer fun in the sun!? WCRS helps you protect you and your guests with free sunscreen stations for all your outdoor events, rent one today!
As you head outside more often don't forget to check the UV index and protect your skin accordingly, a quick web search or a scroll on your weather app will give you the info you need!
Summer is here, don't forget to protect your skin while you enjoy the sun and help Wyoming reduce skin cancer rates!
Healthy U has two upcoming training opportunities for those interested in certifying to teach Healthy U workshops in their communities! Register at: https://uwyo.sjc1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3q5ew9SKqujZD1Q or call the office at (307) 766-2765.
Happy fourth from WYCC to you! Enjoy the fireworks, fire up the grill, and don't forget to re-apply your sunscreen every 2 hours!
Exciting News! The Sun Bus is heading to the International Climbers Festival in Lander to provide FREE skin cancer screenings!
When:
July 13th: 12:30 PM - 6:00 PM
July 14th: 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Where: City Park
Check out these great organizations also working on survivorship and check out our newsletter for upcoming events! Not a subscriber? Sign up here: https://wyomingcancercoalition.org/wycc-home/get-involved/
Early detection & Screening saves lives, get involved at: wyomingcancercoalition.org
Survivorship is on the rise thanks to these three things!
WYCC is passionate about supporting survivorship resources in Wyoming, join us at wyomingcancercoalition.org
Survivorship is more than finishing a treatment, it encompasses a journey. Learn more about supporting the journey here: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/caregivers/when-someone-you-know-has-cancer.html
June is National Cancer Survivor Month, find ways to support and get involved at wyomingcancercoalition.org
Thanks for joining us this month as we learned about sun safety, enjoy the sunny days to come!
Skin Cancer — Wyoming Academy of Dermatology Roam wild Wyoming with skin safety in mind Protect the skin that protects you with insights from Wyoming’s board-certified dermatologists. Insights from Wyoming's Board Certified Dermatologists Importance of skin cancer prevention in Wyoming Wyoming residents are at higher risk for melanoma Wyomin...
Good morning! Did you put on your daily sunscreen!?
Sunscreen bears more benefits than just one and we love them all!
Shopping for sun protection can be overwhelming with all the options out there, luckily the Skin Cancer Foundation gives us the tools to choose what's right for us!
You know when to wear sunscreen, let's talk about how to apply it!
You may know you need to wear sunscreen but do you know sunscreen is for more than just a sun filled day outside?
We love a fun day in the sun as much as anybody but before you start your next adventure, check out these tips for staying protected against harmful rays! For more info check out: https://www.cdc.gov/cancer/skin/basic_info/sun-safety.htm
May is Melanoma & skin cancer awareness month. With the weather warming up and bringing us outdoors more often, now is a great time to learn about sun safety! Stay tuned with us this month for tips & tricks!
Thank you to all those who joined us in making this year's spring meeting a success!
The countdown is on, are you ready!? Check out our meeting checklist and find out! &Greet
‼️Registration closes today! Don't miss your chance to join us for this year's 2024 spring meeting, register here: https://forms.gle/PNq3kUzf8GpavoHx5 ‼️
The annual meeting is quickly approaching which means it is time to get registered! Registration closes April 15th so if you haven't had the chance to get signed up now is your chance to so do so here: https://forms.gle/PNq3kUzf8GpavoHx5
Thinking about becoming a member? Now is a great time, let us help you get started!
It's meeting month! Don't forget to mark your calendars, we're so excited to see you!