Saturday, April 25 | 8 AM Miller's Landing, Omaha Join survivors, families, researchers, and advocates at PurpleStride Nebraska, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network's signature fundraising walk. Funds raised support pancreatic cancer research, free patient services, and advocacy efforts. Register as an individual or form a team at pancan.org.
The Great Plains Colon Cancer Task Force is offering free at-home FIT kits (Fecal Immunochemical Test). Throughout March and April, eligible Nebraska residents ages 45-74 can receive screening kits. Simple and convenient, FIT kits let you screen for colorectal cancer from the comfort of your home. If you're due for screening, don't wait! Visit coloncancertaskforce.org/get-screened […]
Thursday, April 30, 2026, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM UNMC Truhlsen Campus Event Center This full-day workshop explores solutions to common barriers in understanding catchment areas in rural states, with sessions on population health data, cancer disparities and equity, and geospatial mapping techniques. Open to researchers, public health professionals, and community partners interested in expanding […]
Thursday, April 30 | 8:30 AM - 12:30 PM Holt County Extension office, O'Neill, NE ServSafe training covers food safety basics, personal hygiene, cross-contamination, allergens, and cleaning and sanitation. Cost is $35 and registration must be completed at least two weeks in advance. Training will be accompanied by cancer screening and education resources. Learn more […]
Saturday, June 27 | 4:00 PM Metro Community College South Campus Join the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center at Pink Lotus Project's annual Cancer Fashion Show -- a powerful celebration of cancer survivorship featuring an inspiring runway show, live music, and moving survivor stories. Event Highlights: -Runway show featuring cancer survivors -Live music performances […]