Real Cancer Talk
Welcome to Real Cancer Talk, a podcast dedicated to addressing the real issues impacting cancer patients, health care providers, researchers, survivors, and their communities. We're committed to ensuring that the miracle medicines reach every community, and helping ensure that every person touched by cancer knows we are in this together. One team, one fight. Brought to you by VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and hosted by Dr. Rob Winn. Each episode features in-depth conversations with experts from the VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center and beyond, who share their insights on the latest research, innovative treatments, and community-driven initiatives. We also highlight personal stories and experiences from those affected by cancer, providing a platform for voices that need to be heard. Understanding and addressing the root causes of cancer disparities. Promoting awareness and prevention strategies to reduce cancer incidence. Highlighting the importance of community engagement and support in the fight against cancer. Join us in our mission to bridge the gap in cancer care. Subscribe to our podcast, share episodes with your network, and get involved in local cancer awareness and prevention programs. Together, we can make a difference—one team, one fight.
Episodes
Welcome to Community Conversations, a podcast hosted by Community Clovia, where real talk meets real impact. Join regular guest Dr. Robert Winn, director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, and special guest Jennifer Pegher from the Association of American Cancer Institutes (AACI), as they explore how AACI’s work is transforming cancer care across the country. From improving cancer screening and prevention to advancing treat...
Cancer prevention and screenings are widely available and contribute the reduction in cancer deaths that we're seeing.
Dr. Robert Winn, Director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Community Clovia are joined by Dr. Electra Paskett, Chair of Cancer Prevention at Ohio State University to discuss the importance of cancer screenings and prevention. Dr. Paskett explains the widespread availability of cancer screenings and the...
Disparities in cancer cases, detection, prevention, and healthcare are still prevalent among African-American communities.
Dr. Robert Winn, Director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Community Clovia look into cancer disparities and dispelling the myths around healthcare on this episode of Real Cancer Talk: Community Conversations. Dr. Winn and Community Clo first dive into the disparities that have existed in cancer ca...
Dr. Robert Winn is joined by Dr. Brian Rivers, director of the Cancer Health Equity Institute at Morehouse School of Medicine, for a special edition of Real Cancer Talk in a series for Black History Month with The Cancer History Project podcast. In this episode, Dr. Rivers dives into why he got involved in cancer research, including the discovery of his family’s health history which led him down his path of research. Dr. Rivers lat...
On this edition of Real Cancer Talk: Facts and Faith Fridays, Dr. Robert Winn, Director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Dr. Arnethea Sutton are joined by Dr. David Turner, Associate Director for Community Outreach and Engagement at VCU Massey, to talk about what you don’t know about your AGE! Dr. Turner explains the way people live their lives influences their chances of getting cancer and how a healthy lifestyle can...
Virginia's fight against cancer has support in government, being led by members of the Cancer Caucus.
Dr. Robert Winn, Director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, and Community Clovia welcomed State Delegate Delores McQuinn to discuss Virginia’s fight against cancer on this episode of Real Cancer Talk: Community Conversations. McQuinn talks about support in the government for the fight against cancer being led by members of ...
HPV vaccination is a crucial tool in preventing cancers among adolescents and young adults. This episode aims to educate listeners on the importance of vaccination, debunk myths, and promote the benefits of modern vaccines.
This interview originally aired in September 2024.
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On this highly attended Real Cancer Talk: Facts & Faith Fridays hosted by Dr. Robert Winn, Director of VCU Massey Comprehensive Cancer Center, and faith leaders, National Institutes of Health director Monica Bertagnolli, M.D., recalled the pivotal moments of her journey to becoming the director. Bertagnolli shared how bringing research to the community is a primary focus of the NIH, as well as her personal experience as a cance...
Cancer and healthcare disparities significantly affect LGBTQIA+ and SGM communities. This episode aims to raise awareness of these issues and advocate for inclusive healthcare practices that address the specific needs of these populations.
In the June episode of Community Conversations, Community Clovia and Dr. Robert Winn are joined by James Milner, Director of Virginia Pride, to discuss the impact of cancer and healthcare disparit...
Facts & Faith Fridays host Rudene Mercer Haynes is joined by CancerLINC executive director Julianne Duvall and Kandra Brown, Early Childhood Navigator with the Virginia Department of Education, to share vital resources available to Virginia families for cancer, and early childhood education and childcare. First, Julianne explains what CancerLINC can provide to cancer patients and their families from legal and financial resource...
Cancer disparities among Indigenous and Black communities are significant and require targeted, culturally sensitive approaches to healthcare. This episode aims to raise awareness of these issues and highlight the similarities in the challenges faced by these communities.
In the May 2024 episode of Community Conversations, Community Clovia and Dr. Robert Winn are joined by Dr. Rodney Haring, Chair of the Department of Indigenous Can...
Dr. Robert Winn catches up with Dr. Karen Winkfield, Ingram Professor of Cancer Research at Vanderbilt Ingram Cancer Center and the Executive Director of the Meharry-Vanderbilt Alliance, at the American Association for Cancer Research 2024 annual meeting for a special episode of Real Cancer Talk. Dr. Winn and Dr. Winkfield discuss how much the conference has grown in relation to the topics on equity, disparities and the quality of ...
Breast cancer disparities among women, particularly in underserved communities, require targeted outreach and awareness efforts. This episode aims to educate listeners on these disparities and the importance of community engagement in improving breast cancer outcomes.
In the March 2024 episode of Cancer Conversations: One Team, One Fight, we focus on the critical issue of breast cancer disparities among women. Dr. Robert Winn and Co...
Dr. Robert Winn and Paul Goldberg, editor and publisher of The Cancer Letter, are joined by Dr. Monica Baskin, formerly the deputy director for Community Outreach and Engagement and Health Equity at UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Pittsburgh, for a special edition of Real Cancer Talk in a series for Black History Month with The Cancer History Project podcast. Dr. Baskin shares her story of how a family history with cancer led her to ...
Cancer disparities among Black and other racial and ethnic groups are significant and require targeted efforts to address. This episode aims to shed light on these disparities, highlight ongoing initiatives, and inspire action towards equitable cancer care.
In this special episode of Cancer Conversations: One Team, One Fight, recorded during Black History Month and National Cancer Prevention Month, we explore the critical issue of c...
The Chickahominy Tribe, a vital part of Virginia's heritage, faces unique healthcare challenges that require focused attention and culturally sensitive approaches. In this enlightening episode of Community Conversations, Clovia and Dr. Robert Winn are joined by Dr. Kathy Tossas, Chief Stephen Adkins, and Susann Brown to explore the healthcare needs of this special catchment area. Chief Adkins and Susann Brown share their insights o...
Faith leaders play a crucial role in shaping and supporting communities. In this inspiring episode of Community Conversations, Clovia and Dr. Robert Winn welcome Rudene Mercer Haynes and Rev. Rachel Pierce, the founders of the Facts and Faith Fridays podcast. They share the story behind the creation of this impactful program and discuss its importance in reaching and educating the community on critical health issues through the tru...
In this episode of Cancer Conversations: One Team, One Fight, we delve into the world of clinical trials and their crucial role in developing new cancer treatments. Join Dr. Robert Winn, Community Clovia, and Dr. Andrew Poklepovic as they discuss the importance of clinical trials, dispel common myths, and provide a clear picture of what participating in a clinical trial looks like for cancer patients today.
This interview originally...
Cancer prevention and treatment can be profoundly influenced by the choices we make every day. In this enlightening episode of Community Conversations, Clovia and Dr. Robert Winn are joined by Dr. David Turner to explore the impact of modifiable risk factors on cancer risk and treatment. They delve into how lifestyle changes, such as diet, exercise, and stress management, can not only reduce the likelihood of developing cancer but ...
A unique Real Cancer Talk: Facts & Faith Fridays as Dr. Robert Winn and community leaders are joined by Erica Phillips, MD, MS; OreOluwa Comfort Aluko and students from the VCU Massey Cancer Center's Summer Healthcare Experience (SHE) in Oncology program to give insight into different walks in the field of oncology. Dr. Phillips discusses her journey to becoming a primary care physician or the “gatekeeper” to seeing an oncologi...
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