| Georgia's First Asian American Cancer Summit |
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| Written by GAAPICC Admin | |
| Saturday, 31 May 2008 12:42 | |
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Georgia's First Asian American Cancer Summit "It's in Our Hands: First Steps to Eradicate Cancer" Please join us in recognizing Asian American Cancer Awareness Day by attending Georgia's First Asian American Cancer Summit. Did you know? * Cancer is the leading cause of death for Asian Americans? * Lung cancer rates among Southeast Asians are 18% higher than among White Americans? * Liver cancer, usually caused by exposure to the Hepatitis B virus, disproportionately affects Asian Americans? * Young Asian women have lower participation in breast self examination and pap tests? Come Learn More! Please join our community members, the Center for Pan Asian Community Services, the Georgia Asian Pacific Islander Community Coalition and the American Cancer Society for Georgia's First Asian American Cancer Summit. "ACT: Asian Americans Coming Together. It's in our Hands. First Steps to Eradicate Cancer." May 31, 2008, Saturday 8:45am-2pm 3760 Park Ave. Doraville, GA 30340 Featuring speakers from the American Cancer Society, CPACS, Culture Connect, Inc., First Medical Care Inc., the Center for Disease Control, Emory Winship Cancer Institute and many more. Topics include: Cancer Survivorship, Cancer Screening and Awareness, Advocacy, and Resources. Registration is free. Tell a Friend! Breakfast and Lunch provided. Daycare provided. Please register by May 23rd. Fax registration form to 770.458.9377 or drop off or mail to 3760 Park Ave. Doraville, GA 30340 |
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| Last Updated ( Friday, 23 May 2008 12:57 ) |