Our second newsletter of 2025 examines critical findings from our 2024 Friday Forum Series on the genetic foundations of cancer risk in Latino populations. This issue provides important insights into how genetics and environment shape cancer disparities in our communities.

Key Topics Covered

Prevention Strategies: Experts emphasize that approximately 50% of cancers are preventable through early intervention, education, and addressing social determinants of health.

Blood Cancer Risk Factors: Research presented in Forum 2 revealed connections between specific genetic variants found in Latino populations and blood cancer outcomes, including why Hispanic children face 1.4 times higher risk of developing acute lymphoblastic leukemia.

Liver, Gastric and Colorectal Cancers: Forum discussions highlight concerning trends and genetic predispositions affecting Latino communities, including the PNPLA3 gene’s role in liver disease risk and H. pylori prevalence in gastric cancer development.

The newsletter features insights from leading researchers and clinicians in the field who are working to understand these connections and develop more effective prevention and treatment approaches for Latino populations.

🔍 Explore our second of three newsletter issues with highlights from the Forum and actionable insights for advancing cancer care equity.

👉 Issue 2: Genetic Discoveries and Cancer Prevention: New Understanding, New Hope

👉 Issue 1: Latino Cancer Care in 2025: From AI Innovations to Prevention Strategies

Part of our 2024 Forum Series: “Talking About Cancer Won’t Kill Us, The Silence Will!”

Important Observances: Cancer Awareness, Health Equity & Patient Safety

March

• National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month (March)
• Kidney Cancer Awareness Month (March)
• Multiple Myeloma Awareness Month (March)
• National Nutrition Month (March)
• International Women’s Day (March 8)
• National Patient Safety Awareness Week (March 9-15)

Many of these observances align with topics explored in our 2024 Friday Forum Series and our upcoming 2025 Forum Series. Stay connected with TLCI to learn how you can participate in these important conversations and take action for better health outcomes.

📩 Sign Up for Our Newsletter. Stay informed about Latino cancer care innovations, upcoming forums, and ways to get involved in advancing health equity.