Tampa Bay Community Cancer Network

09/04/2025

Whether you're a patient, survivor, or simply passionate about contributing to science, your participation can help shape the future of cancer research.

New health discoveries are for everyone. Come participate to learn more at this upcoming event in partnership with 100 Black Men of Tampa Bay, Inc.

08/29/2025

The Office of COE was proud to support our SCORE community partner, James P. Gills YMCA, at their fall season kick-off for older active adult activities.

Members from COE provided cancer prevention educational resources and information about the new SPEROS campus, and shared information about enrolling in the YMCA Survivorship and Wellness Powered by Moffitt Cancer Center program.

YMCA of the Suncoast

08/28/2025

🍽️ Interested in how your diet affects your gut health? Calling all food lovers and health enthusiasts!

Moffitt is conducting a Dining Study to explore how dietary patterns affect gut bacteria in both men and women—and we want YOU to be part of it!

Join Moffitt’s Dining Study exploring how dietary patterns impact gut bacteria in men and women. If you meet the criteria and want to contribute to meaningful research, reach out to DiningStudy@Moffitt.org today!

08/26/2025

Check out some upcoming events from one of our community partners. These events offer great opportunities to connect, learn, and support education, prevention, and wellness in our community.

Pregnancy with IBD (Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis) can be overwhelming. That’s why we’re bringing together expert clinicians and community voices for real conversations and solutions. 💜

Join us for:
Pull Up a Chair: Maternal Health Community Roundtable
📅 Saturday, August 30th
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Boyd Hill Hammock Hall, St. Petersburg

Featuring:
✔️ Jaida Taylor-Herring, APRN, CNM – Orlando Health OB/GYN
✔️ Shacara Wilson, MD – Orlando Health Family Medicine
✔️ Dr. Carleah East – SMILE Psychology
✔️ Brenda Carvalho MSN, RNC-OB, C-EFM – BayCare

Free event | Light refreshments provided

RSVP today: https://lnkd.in/epjtt7f4

08/21/2025

Cancer doesn’t care about your zip code—but your access to care can make all the difference. Black and Brown communities are disproportionately affected by cancer, and too often left out of critical conversations about prevention, research, and treatment.

Join on Tuesday, August 26th at 6:00 PM at Shear Excellence Barbershop—and we need you in the room.

In partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center and ACT Wonder’s, we’re shining a light on the importance of clinical trials and how they can save lives. This isn’t just information—it’s empowerment. It’s about knowing your options, advocating for your health, and showing up for your family and community.

Men and women are welcome. All questions are welcome. Your voice is welcome.

Barbershop Real Talk: A Special Community Session on Cancer Clinical Trials

Cancer doesn’t care about your zip code—but your access to care can make all the difference.
Black and Brown communities are disproportionately affected by cancer, and too often left out of critical conversations about prevention, research, and treatment.

On Tuesday, August 26th at 6:00 PM, we’re hosting a powerful conversation at Shear Excellence Barbershop—and we need you in the room.

In partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center and ACT Wonder’s, we’re shining a light on the importance of clinical trials and how they can save lives. This isn’t just information—it’s empowerment. It’s about knowing your options, advocating for your health, and showing up for your family and community.

Men and women are welcome.
All questions are welcome.
Your voice is welcome.

🗓️ Tuesday, August 26, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Shear Excellence Barbershop, 4707 East Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33617
✨ Light refreshments provided

For more info, contact Jarvis El-Amin at jelamin@ermovement.com or 813-787-6652.

08/19/2025

The COE-SCORE team recently had the opportunity to present at the annual Coaches’ Symposium for the YMCA’s Survivorship and Wellness Powered by Moffitt Cancer Center Program.

The presentation highlighted listening sessions conducted this summer with program participants, alumni and coaches, and shared some next steps in the program’s development.

We are excited to support this partnership with the Tampa Metropolitan Area YMCA and YMCA of the Suncoast and explore ways to continue to support survivors who participate in the program.

08/14/2025

📌Check out last month’s Outreach impact from our Community Outreach and Engagement team

👏If you are interested in collaborating to bring cancer prevention education or connecting a researcher to your community, complete our Community Outreach Request Form, and we'll be in touch.

👀If you are from Brevard, Charlotte, DeSoto, Glades, Hendry, and Highlands county, we would especially love to connect and hear from you!

https://redcap.link/CommunityOutreachRequest

08/13/2025

In partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center, Shear Excellence Barbershop, and EnVision Resolution we’re shining a light on the importance of clinical trials and how they can save lives.

This isn’t just information—it’s empowerment. It’s about knowing your options, advocating for your health, and showing up for your family and community.

Men and women are welcome.
All questions are welcome.
Your voice is welcome.

🗓️ Tuesday, August 26, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Shear Excellence Barbershop, 4707 East Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33617
✨ Light refreshments provided

Barbershop Real Talk: A Special Community Session on Cancer Clinical Trials

Cancer doesn’t care about your zip code—but your access to care can make all the difference.
Black and Brown communities are disproportionately affected by cancer, and too often left out of critical conversations about prevention, research, and treatment.

On Tuesday, August 26th at 6:00 PM, we’re hosting a powerful conversation at Shear Excellence Barbershop—and we need you in the room.

In partnership with Moffitt Cancer Center and ACT Wonder’s, we’re shining a light on the importance of clinical trials and how they can save lives. This isn’t just information—it’s empowerment. It’s about knowing your options, advocating for your health, and showing up for your family and community.

Men and women are welcome.
All questions are welcome.
Your voice is welcome.

🗓️ Tuesday, August 26, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Shear Excellence Barbershop, 4707 East Busch Blvd, Tampa, FL 33617
✨ Light refreshments provided

For more info, contact Jarvis El-Amin at jelamin@ermovement.com or 813-787-6652.

08/07/2025

With students heading back to school, August's National Immunization Month serves as a great reminder to get up to date on immunizations. Have you made the HPV vaccine part of your back-to-school prep?

About 13 million people, including teens and young adults, become infected with HPV each year. The HPV vaccine protects against the most common types of HPV-related cancers including cervical, a**l, and throat/head and neck. The vaccine is a safe and effective way to protect everyone against HPV-related cancers and other health issues.

Each year Moffitt hosts an HPV Elimination Leading Progress Statewide (HELPS) summit to highlight HPV prevention efforts across Florida. As we plan next year’s summit, we would like your input on topics that you would like to see covered.

Comment below and share your ideas and help us plan HELPS 2026.

08/06/2025

An amazing opportunity for a weekend retreat designed specifically for adult women who are cancer survivors from our friends at Faces Of Courage

Women’s Cancer Camp – September 12–14, 2025
Registration is Now Open
We’re so glad you’re interested in joining us for our upcoming Women’s Cancer Camp weekend. This is one of our most meaningful programs, and we want to make sure you have all the important information in order to complete your registration.

Please read the full message below so you're fully prepared to complete the registration process. This helps us serve everyone more efficiently and ensures the best possible experience for all campers.

Open to Cancer Survivors Only
This weekend retreat is designed specifically for adult women who are cancer survivors.
Unfortunately, we are not able to accommodate caregivers, family members, or friends at this camp. We understand the importance of support systems, but space is limited and we want to ensure this weekend remains focused on the survivors themselves.
Registration must be completed on a computer
Our registration system does not work on phones or tablets. You must use a desktop or laptop computer to register successfully.
The camp is free, but travel is not included
Thanks to our generous donors, this weekend is completely free to participants. However, we do not cover or reimburse transportation costs. If you’re traveling from out of town or out of state, please check flight prices and confirm your travel arrangements before registering.
One weekend camp per year
To give more women the chance to attend, each participant may register for only one weekend camp each year. We encourage you to stay connected through our day outings, educational workshops, and virtual programs offered year-round.
No-show policy
Each spot at camp represents a real cost to our organization. When someone registers and doesn’t attend, those resources go unused and another survivor missing the opportunity to attend camp.
To help us be responsible with our resources:
• A $100 no-show fee will be charged to the card you provide if you register and do not attend without canceling. This fee is charged after camp is completed. It only applies to those who do not show up or cancel 48 hours before camp.
• A credit or debit card is required at registration, even though the camp itself is free.
• If you need to cancel, you must notify us in writing by Tuesday, September 9 at 6:00 PM to avoid being charged.
Travel Information
If you’re flying in for camp, please plan accordingly:
• The nearest airport is Tampa International Airport (TPA)
• Arrive in Tampa by 3:00 PM on Friday, September 12 (camp begins at 6:00 PM)
• Book your return flight for after 1:00 PM on Sunday, September 14 (camp concludes around 11:30 AM)
We look forward to welcoming you to a weekend full of healing, laughter, and connection.

Here is the link to register https://facesofcourage.org/foc-event/2025-womens-cancer-retreat/

08/05/2025

As we celebrate Health Center Appreciation Week this August, we want to extend our gratitude to the incredible community partners who help make our health education workshops impactful. We thank them for the work they do in helping to improve the health and well-being of the communities and making lasting partnerships.

To help us continue to improve upon our health education workshops, we routinely seek their feedback. Check out what our community partners are saying about our services and collaboration:

Are you interested in collaborating to bring cancer prevention education to your community? Feel free to complete our Community Outreach Request Form, and we'll be in touch:

https://redcap.aws.moffitt.org/surveys/?s=9ERMXDCFREPJWX7N

11/05/2024

Did you know November is National Lung Cancer Screening awareness month? You may be eligible for this important life saving screening. Are you a current or former smoker? Are you age 50 or older? If so , you may be eligible for this vital life-saving scan.

We are excited that Moffitt’s Thoracic Oncology program will be bringing our mobile lung cancer screening unit out into the community, helping to break down these barriers to access .

There will also be a To***co Treatment Specialist onsite from Moffitt’s office of Community, Outreach, Engagement and Equity to address any questions or concerns you might have as you consider starting your to***co cessation journey.

Not sure if you qualify for a screening? Take this quiz from the American Lung Association and learn more: