Sacramento Citywide Oncology Phase I Program

04/28/2023

Pancreatic cancer doesn’t have any defined early detection methods. But many other cancers dO. Please make time for the cancer screening tests recommended by your primary care physician.

We’re saddened to hear that talk show host and politician, Jerry Springer, has passed away at the age of 79, from . 💜

Because pancreatic cancer has no standard early detection method and sometimes only vague symptoms, it is often diagnosed too late once it has already spread. For anyone impacted by this disease, please contact PanCAN Patient Services for free, personalized resources and information at pancan.org.

If you would like to support PanCAN’s mission to change the lives of people facing and advance progress against the disease, please consider making a gift in his honor at pancan.org or registering for , the ultimate walk to end pancreatic cancer this Saturday, April 29th in 60 cities across the country.

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02/07/2023

February is National Cancer Prevention Month and risk reduction is an important part of cancer research. Take the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)'s quiz to see how much you know: https://bit.ly/3kV0ESw

11/16/2022

Phase 1 cancer clinical trials are more beneficial for participants than they used to be, according to findings from a study by NCI researchers. Check out this article from the National Cancer Institute:

NCI’s Dr. Naoko Takebe discusses the results of a new study showing that phase 1 cancer clinical trials benefit participants more than previously thought.

09/16/2022

From our community partners at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center: Uninsured women in the Sacramento area can book free mammograms as the UC Davis Health radiology department marks . The mammograms are available on Saturdays in October on a first come, first served basis.

Uninsured women in the community are eligible to receive free mammograms as UC Davis Health marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October. The mammograms are being scheduled on Saturdays on a first come, first served basis. 

08/02/2022

Here's a great video discussion about cancer clinical trials from our community partners at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center

05/05/2022

Promotores are part of a new program launched by our community partners at the UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center to improve the survival odds of Latinas with breast cancer. You can learn about these unique health educators reaching out in their communities via a program called Tu Historia Cuenta:

Through its new program Tu Historia Cuenta, UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center is improving the survival odds of Latinas by seeking them out in the community and connecting them to resources to prevent, screen or treat breast cancer.

03/09/2022

March is colorectal cancer awareness month and colorectal cancer is a leading cause of cancer death for both men and women in the US. Screening can often find colorectal cancer early, when it's small, hasn't spread, and might be easier to treat. Clinical trials may also be available, so talk with your oncologist today. Learn more about early phase clinical trials here: https://www.scopeofhope.com/learn-more

03/01/2022

When everyone comes together, who can say what the limit is?

02/04/2022

CANCER + COVID = special opportunity to serve an enjoy your community

A free event with Sac Cultural Hub will take place this Saturday (12/4/21) from 10a-12p at The Salvation Army, 2540 Alhambra Blvd in with free food, live music, and a chance to meet !

12/03/2021

A free event with Sac Cultural Hub will take place this Saturday (12/4/21) from 10a-12p at The Salvation Army, 2540 Alhambra Blvd in with free food, live music, and a chance to meet !

11/15/2021

Join us for the Greater Sacramento Support Group Online Meeting, this Thurs., November 18 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. for a discussion on "S*x, Intimacy and Prostate Cancer."

You are invited to attend the Greater Sacramento Prostate Cancer Support Group Online Video Meeting as we discuss "S*x, Intimacy and Prostate Cancer" presented by Scott McCann, Ph.D., L.C.S.W.

11/04/2021

November is National Family Caregiver month and caregivers are a crucial part of any cancer care team. In most cases, the caregiver is unpaid – usually a spouse, partner, or adult child. Our community partner, the American Cancer Society, has resources and tools to help caregivers support their loved ones while also noting the importance of taking care of themselves. There's even a caregiver support video series that covers physical care, self-care, and stories of support.

Learn about what to expect when caring for someone with cancer. Find suggestions on how to cope as a cancer caregiver, plus tips for making sure you take care of yourself as well.