Together we will reduce the burden of cancer for everyone in Wisconsin.
ENGAGE
Wisconsin Cancer Council News | Issue 122 | September 2019
SUMMIT NEWS
Five Reasons You Should Come to  the 
2019 Cancer Summit 
Why you need to mark your calendars for Oct. 16-17

Why should you come to the 2019 WI Cancer Summit?  Because...

1. You care about health equity, and want to help build a more equitable Wisconsin.

2.  You recognize the critical (and growing) need for survivorship care in Wisconsin.

3.  You're looking for best practices and innovative ideas, such as using  patient stories to strengthen clinical care.

4. You have questions about cancer's impact on employment, sexual health, caregiver well-being, and other critical issues facing patients and families.

5. Networking with WI Cancer Council members energizes and inspires you.

Join us Oct. 16-17.  Register now -- and v isit the  2019 Cancer Summit website  for agenda highlights and event details!
2019 WI Cancer Summit
October 16-17

Wilderness Resort | Glacier Canyon Conference Center
Wisconsin Dells, WI
 



Scholarships
Need help covering the cost of travel and lodging for the 2019 Cancer Summit? Ask us about scholarships. Email Tina Pap by Sept. 13
Room Block
Call 1-800-867-9453 and ask for the "WI Cancer Control Program Summit at Glacier Canyon Lodge" room block.
Reserve by Sept. 16
Deadline to Register
Registering for the Cancer Summit is FREE for WI Cancer Council members by using the code SUMMIT2019. 
Register online by Oct. 8
RESOURCE ANNOUNCEMENT
New: 2019 Wisconsin Cancer Profile 
A data-rich snapshot of state-level cancer statistics

Our latest member resource offers a data-packed snapshot of state-level cancer trends.

The 2019 Wisconsin Cancer Profile gives you  an updated overview of Wisconsin cancer statistics, including behaviors and risk factors affecting cancer outcomes, and how our state ranks against the rest of the nation.
 
Why It Matters
The 2019 Wisconsin Cancer Profile " brings together important cancer-related data points to help drive action where it's needed most -- to reduce cancer mortality, increase health equity, and improve health outcomes for people and communities all over Wisconsin," says Sarah Kerch, program director for the WI Comprehensive Cancer Control Program.
 
How to Use It 
The 2019 Wisconsin Cancer Profile is the statewide companion to the County Cancer Profiles, released earlier this year. Use this state- and county-level data to help target your work -- such as interventions, public awareness campaigns, community assessments, and more.
 
>> Bottom Line
Download the 2019 Wisconsin Cancer Profile today, and use the latest cancer trends in our state to guide your efforts to reduce the burden of cancer in Wisconsin.
UPCOMING WEBINAR
Cancer Policy: What's Happening in WI?
Get the latest updates on state policy that may affect your work

Join us this Thursday, Sept. 12, for a special Cancer Policy Webinar.

Our experts will review the cancer-related items included in the 2019-2021 state budget, share the latest updates on important state legislation, and answer your questions about how these policies might affect your work.

Thursday, Sept. 12
10-11 am


Presenters
H.J. Waukau, Manager of Advocacy and Regulatory Affairs, Wisconsin Medical Society; 2019-2020 WI Cancer Council Policy Committee Chair
Amy Johnson , Policy Coordinator, WI Comprehensive Cancer Control Program

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Events Calendar
Upcoming events from WI Cancer Council members
September 21
Blood Cancer Conference Hosted by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Hosted by the Wisconsin Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
 
September 26
Gundersen Health System's Digital Mobile Mammography Coach
Hosted by Gundersen Health System
 
October 12
Hot Topics in Breast Cancer Management
Hosted by Aurora Cancer Care and Advocate Cancer Institute

Want to add an event to the Member Events Calendar?
Just let us know.
Resources
Tools to advance your cancer control work
Networking Directory
Connect with other Council members and find new partners for your work, through our highly searchable, data-rich member directory tool. (Must be logged in to use. Need help? Email us . )
>>  Learn more.

County Cancer Profiles
User-friendly snapshots of cancer outcomes, risk factors, and demographic data for every county in WI. The 2019 County Profiles are designed to help you increase awareness about cancer's impact in your community.
>>  Learn more.
Patient handouts designed for readers with financial, educational, or language barriers.  Handouts cover cancer prevention, lung cancer screening, and colon cancer screening (available in English and Spanish).
>>  Learn more .

 Alcohol Slide Bank
Use these slides when presenting about the alcohol-cancer connection in your community. Download and tailor them to meet your needs.
HPV Fact Sheet
This fact sheet offers a helpful snapshot of HPV vaccination efforts in Wisconsin and the action steps you can take to make a difference.
>>  Learn more .
Networking Webinars
Our monthly networking webinar series helps you connect with other Council members while learning about new approaches to cancer control. 
>>  Learn more .
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ENGAGE is a monthly publication for members of the Wisconsin Cancer Council. Its purpose is the share news and information about cancer prevention and control with our members across Wisconsin.