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Can the HPV Vaccine Help Conquer Latina Cervical Cancer? 

October 18 , 9:00 am 10:30 am

Free Virtual Webinar, October 18th, 2024  

9-10:30 am PST / 11-12:30 pm CDT / Noon – 1:30 pm ET 

Join us for a critical discussion on the potential of the HPV vaccine to eliminate cervical cancer in Latina communities. In this 5th Friday Forum, our panelists will explore:  

  • Cervical cancer disparities among Hispanics/Latinas 
  • Alternative HPV vaccine schedules to increase access 
  • Public health strategies for cancer prevention 
  • Training community health workers for cervical health outreach 

Featuring speakers: Dr. Jane Montealegre, MD Anderson Cancer Center; Dr. Carolina Porras and Dr. Rolando Herrero, NCI-Costa Rica Studies; Dr. Francisco Garcia, Pima County Public Health Department; and Nancy Pena, Navegación de Pacientes Internacionales. 

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the latest research and initiatives in cervical cancer prevention for Latina communities. 

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For more information on our 6-part series, including speaker line-up, dates, and agenda, visit our virtual Friday Forum Series web page.

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