Blood Cancer in the Black Community
Join us for a free dinner conversation in Detroit with local area experts!

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Eastern Time

Mario's Restuarant
4222 2nd Ave, Detroit, MI 48201
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A valid e-mail address is required to register and participate in the program. If you do not have an e-mail address, please call Lauren Fryzel at 248-581-3891.

Program Details

Black Americans have 1.5 - 2 times the incidence of being diagnosed with certain types of cancers and face greater barriers to care and lower access to care and the latest treatments. As a result, Black people have the highest death rate and shortest survival of any racial/ethnic group, and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is working hard to address these disparities.

During this program, attendees will learn what types of blood cancers members of the Black community are more likely to be diagnosed with, ways to reduce the risk of some of these cancers, what to do if you or your loved one is diagnosed, and how to access quality care.  Additionally, expert speakers will identify members of the healthcare team in place to assist patients with navigating their care and ways to effectively communicate throughout the treatment journey.

Participants will also learn about the resources, support and financial assistance available in their community and those provided by The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. Please join us for an evening of conversation & community. 

If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Fryzel at 248-581-3891 or lauren.fryzel@lls.org.

We hope you can join us for this free education event!