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MIRA Cancer Prevention Event
May 20 @ 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
In partnership with the University of Colorado Cancer Center, Connect for Health Colorado, and the Latino Public Health Initiative, MIRA invites you to join us for a free, bilingual community event focused on cancer prevention, early detection, and the overall well-being of our families and community.
TUESDAY, MAY 20 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
COLORADO MOUNTAIN COLLEGE, EDWARDS CAMPUS
FREE FOOD AND CHILDCARE
LUNG CANCER
- Free radon testing to detect risks in the home
- Information about the effects of tobacco and vaping
Free support to quit smoking or vaping
Education on lung
COLON CANCER
- Free FIT tests for uninsured individuals ages 45 to 75
- Support from health navigators for follow-up and access to colonoscopies Education on early detection and risk factors
SKIN CANCER
- Information on sun protection and identifying warning signs
- Free kits for skin cancer prevention
- Resources for skin care in high sun-exposure environments
NUTRITION & WELLNESS
- Nutrition education to prevent chronic diseases
- Balanced eating recommendations
- Local resources for access to healthy foods
RESOURCE NAVIGATION
- Personalized support to connect you with clinics, specialists, and local programs
- Information on how to access medica care, prevention programs, and financial assistance
- Bilingual and culturally relevant navigation
Thank you to our partners at Colorado Cancer Coalition, Connect for Health Colorado, and Latino Cancer Task Force.