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New Publication! Evaluating the Implementation of Nuevo Amanecer II in Rural Community Settings...
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New Publication! Intervening on women's health for rural young breast cancer survivors: A study protocol
We are pleased to announce our newest publication!
Intervening on women's health for rural young breast cancer survivors: A study protocol
Congratulations to our hard working staff who not only hep our cancer patients but are also doing research. Special thanks to our partners.
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New Publication! Culturally-tailored survivorship care planning for rural Latina breast cancer patients: a pilot study
10th Annual PAM Run/Walk 5k
In honor of Patricia Ann Medina, who dedicated herself to selfless service and helping others, all proceeds will go to support the Cancer Resource Center of the Desert and the Imperial Valley College Foundation.
Either run or walk 3.2 miles (5K). Come dressed in red or pink to support the cause!
September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
New Publication! Sharing research results with Latina breast cancer survivors who participated in a community-engaged behavioral RCT study
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New Publication! Patients’ perspectives on facilitators, barriers, and suggestions for advance care planning
Rural Hispanic/Latino cancer patients’ perspectives on facilitators, barriers, and suggestions for advance care planning: A qualitative study
Citation: Ko E, Keeney AJ, Higgins D,Gonzalez N, & Palomino H (2021). Rural Hispanic/Latino cancer patients’ perspectives on facilitators, barriers, and suggestions for advance care planning: A qualitative study. Palliative and Supportive Care, 1–7. https://
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9th Annual PAM Fun Run/Walk 5k
In honor of Patricia Ann Medina, who dedicated herself to selfless service and helping others, all proceeds will go to support the Cancer Resource Center of the Desert and the Imperial Valley College Foundation.
Either run or walk 3.2 miles (5K). Come dressed in red or pink to support the cause!
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Event details:
5K start time will be 9:00am. Regisration table will be open by 7:30am near the IVC sport fields complex, just west of the IVC DePaoli Sports Complex.
The race course will start and end near the IVC track and will take runners in a fun jog around the beautiful fields near campus.
Latest published article! Helen is co-author
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Desert Lily Gram Campaign
In lieu of our 2021 Desert Lily Campaign, CRCD is hosting Desert Lily Gram, a virtual fundraiser. CRCD’s goal is to raise $25,000 to support cancer patients and their families as Imperial County continues to navigate through the uncertainties of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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2021 Desert Lily Campaign Postponed
4th Annual Binational Mental Health Symposium
We are happy to announce the upcoming 4th Annual Binational Mental Health Symposium to be held virtually on Wednesday, November 4, 2020 from 4-6:00 pm PST.
The topic will be: COVID-19 and its Impact on the Mental Health of California-Baja California Border Communities
To register please visit: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-AHB_Ar3TPKbUsz771VSiQ
Please see the attached flyer for additional details and we hope you can join us!
Estamos emocionados de anunciar el 4º Simposio Binacional de Salud Mental que se va llevar acabo de manera virtual el miércoles, 4 de noviembre de 2020 de 4-6pm.
El tema será: COVID-19 y su Impacto en la Salud Mental de las Comunidades Fronterizas de California-Baja California
Para registrarse por favor visite: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-AHB_Ar3TPKbUsz771VSiQ
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CRCD was published again!
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Thank you Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation
In early April, the Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF), in partnership with Alliance Healthcare Foundation, California Wellness Foundation, California Health Care Foundation and The Center at Sierra Health Foundation, launched an immediate COVID-19 Response Fund for nonprofit organizations that primarily serve Imperial County.
The Imperial Valley Wellness Foundation (IVWF) in partnership with Alliance Healthcare Foundation has awarded COVID-19 Response grants totaling $265,000 to 12 nonprofits that are serving vulnerable populations within Imperial County, especially those disproportionately impacted by unemployment and other economic hardship during the COVID-19 pandemic.
We are pleased to announce, CRCD was 1 of the 12 selected nonprofits. These monies will directly assist cancer patients in Imperial County.
Tips for Coping with COVID19
IV Velo 3:10 to Yuma Ride Against Cancer
Come to Imperial Valley in March for a 30 or 60 mile bike ride from El Centro, CA to Yuma, AZ.
Sign up fee is $45
*Early Bird registration for $35 ends Jan 31st
Register at active.com or:
-Zona Bike Mexicali
-Urban Bikes Mexicali
-Sonoran Cycles Bike Shop
-Finish Line Bike Shop
-US Fitness in Brawley
You'll ride through picturesque farm countryside. Imperial Valley produces 80% of our nation's winter vegetables and enough lettuce to serve a salad to one third of the world's people.
You'll ride by fields during the harvest. Then you enter the desert of the Lower Colorado River and cross through six miles of high sand dunes, where many films have been shot.
You'll ride alongside and across the historic All-American Canal and then cross the state line into Yuma, Arizona, where you can visit the Yuma Territorial Prison and enjoy Yuma's fine malls and restaurants.
Bring your passport so you can hop across the border to Los Algodones, Baja California, Mexico for some medical tourism or shopping.
There's a good chance you'll be helped along by our seasonal west winds!
Proceeds go to the the Cancer Resource Center of the Desert and the IV Velo Club Bike Refurbishing and Gieaway Program.
Event details and schedule
Registration
On the day of the event, the main registration site for the 3:10 to Yuma Ride Against Cancer is in the Dillard’s parking lot at the Imperial Valley Mall, south of I-8 off Dogwood Road east of El Centro.
Same day registrations starts at 6:30 a.m. Ride starts at 8 a.m. This is not a race, but we would like everyone to start together. For the 30-mile ride, you can register at Dillard’s, or you can register at the 30-mile starting point: the intersection of Highway 98 and Interstate 8. Take I-8 east about 25 miles east of El Centro.
The Route--see map of route below. We'll have maps for you at the start line, and plenty of directional signs on the roads. Here are turning directions:
1. From Dillard's parking lot, head east on Danenberg Road .7 miles to Pitzer Rd.
2. Head south (right turn) on Pitzer Rd. 1 mile to McCabe Rd.
3. Head east (left turn) on McCabe Road 7.8 miles to Orchard Rd (SR 7)
4. Head south (right turn) on Orchard Rd (SR 7) 4.12 miles to SR 98.
5. Head east (left turn) on SR 98 17.2 miles to US I-8. There will be a water stop at 15 miles from the start. When you reach I-8, cross over freeway north to Evan Hewes Highway.
6. Head east on Evan Hewes highway 7.8 miles to Gordons Well Road. Second water stop is in fron of Duner's Diner.
7. Cross south over Freeway and head east on I-8 21 miles to 4th Avenue exit.
8. Exit I-8 at 4th Avenue and head south on 4th Avenue 1/4 mile to First Street.
9. Head west (right turn) on First Street 1/2 mile to 12th Avenue.
10. Turn right (north) on 12th Avenue and pedal into West Wetlands Park.
Total = 59.62 miles
Finish Line
To pick up your event t-shirt and medal and join in the fun at the end, once you've exited the freeway, pedal to the first cross street in Yuma–First Street. Turn right (west) and pedal another eight blocks to N. 12th St. Turn right and roll into West Wetlands Park. Your support group can pick you up there. (Same day registrants are not guaranteed a medal or a t-shirt because we have to order them in advance.)
Shuttle Back to Start
If you need to get a shuttle back, be ready to return at 1:30 p.m. California time (Yuma is one hour ahead). We’ll have a bus for you and a trailer for your bike. Please be forewarned that we can’t guarantee that your bike won’t be scratched, though we’ll do our best to protect it. Since we are arranging the shuttle with a local bus company, we cannot accept any same-day signups for the shuttle.
Pam Fun 5k
In honor of Patricia Ann Medina, who dedicated herself to selfless service and helping others, all proceeds will go to support the Cancer Resource Center of the Desert and the Imperial Valley College Foundation.
Either run or walk 3.2 miles (5K)
Come dressed in red or pink to support the cause!
Event details and schedule
5K start time will be 8am. Regisration table will be open by 7am near the IVC sport fields complex, just west of the IVC DePaoli Sports Complex.
The race course will start and end near the IVC track and will take runners in a fun jog around the beautiful fields near campus.
Parking will be Free and the lots south of the gym will be the best to use. Bring your registration email.
Register online via: https://www.active.com/imperial-ca/running/distance-running-races/8th-annual-pam-5k-fun-run-walk-event-2020?int&fbclid=IwAR3HcsRf_jzj4KomVYch5abckVqxrLH5_qK8lndeNgzq7-oIHyRNglLRGBc
Desert Lily Campaign Sponsorship Opportunity
The Cancer Resource Center of the Desert is embarking on its 14th annual Desert Lily Campaign. Sales begin in January with deliveries scheduled to begin March 17th. We are most hopeful that you will consider joining us as an event sponsor.
We have three levels of sponsorship, $250, $500, and $1,000:
For $250 you are entitled to have your company name on the reverse side of the care card.
For $500 you may have your company logo placed on the care card.
For $1,000 sponsorship includes a larger scale company logo on the care card.
The care card accompanies each bouquet of flowers. Also, all sponsors will be acknowledged on our website and social media.
We anticipate over 2,000 bouquets will be sold and delivered throughout the Imperial Valley communities this year. This fundraiser is extremely popular and truly is a win-win-win for CRCD, for those purchasing the flowers, and for event sponsors.