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NWABR and Gilda's Club of Seattle present
Gilda's Club Seattle 1400 Broadway, Seattle WA 98122 Free event with lunch provided; Donations Accepted Invite your science-shy friends and take advantage of this opportunity to interact with leading local experts in cancer research from the Institute of Translational Health Sciences. Learn about how Seattle scientists are using patients' own cells to fight cancer, about the process of biomedical research and how ordinary people can play a role, about positive steps you can take in the event of a cancer diagnosis, and explore ethical issues as a leading bioethicist shares a documentary film illustrating clinical research. Cancer affects every American either through a personal diagnosis or that of a loved one. It is therefore surprising how few of us feel confident determining the best pathway for dealing with the C word. Come to be empowered. Come learn about the cancer research process. Rub elbows with leading experts and folks like yourself in a relaxed and nurturing environment. At this community friendly workshop, you will: · discover practical tips on how to receive the best possible care in the event of a cancer diagnosis · access cancer and research experts · learn to speak the language of cancer experts · receive information about cutting edge cancer research in straightforward language · view a short film about one family's experience with clinical research · explore the ethical components of biomedical research · connect with people like yourself For more information, please contact Jen Wroblewski at jenniferw@nwabr.org NWABR is a 501(c)3 organization. All contributions
are tax deductible.
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