Karmanos Office of Community Outreach and Engagement

06/18/2026

June is National Cancer Survivors Month. We celebrate the strength and resilience of cancer survivors and honor the journeys they’ve traveled. Survivorship is about more than treatment — it’s about support, follow-up care and quality of life. Join us in recognizing and uplifting survivors this month. Tap or click the link for more information.
https://www.karmanos.org/karmanos/patients-and-support-at-karmanos

06/16/2026

This month, our 2026 Community Conversations on Cancer series continues with “The Road Ahead: Understanding a Multiple Myeloma Cancer Diagnosis and Exploring Treatment.” The event, presented by Lara Sucheston-Campbell, Ph.D., professor of oncology and research educator at WSU’s School of Medicine, and Dr. Craig Cole, M.D., part of the Karmanos Multiple Myeloma and Amyloidosis Program, is 6 p.m. tomorrow at the Detroit Public Library's main branch and also available virtually via Zoom. Click or tap the link to RSVP for this important discussion. bit.ly/CCOC_061726

05/29/2026

Enroll in the Building Your Capacity (BYC) Research Training Curriculum TODAY to be better prepared on the basics of research - including how to develop a research question, data collection, research ethics, and advocacy. The BYC is your launchpad into deeper involvement in research at Karmanos Cancer Institute, such as joining community advisory boards and working directly with KCI researchers.

Apply at: https://bit.ly/BYCAPP2026

05/28/2026

There is still time to register for our next Community Conversation on Cancer!

Join us on 📅Wednesday, June 17, 2026, for "The Road Ahead: Understanding a Multiple Myeloma Diagnosis and Exploring Treatment".

Drs. Craig Cole and Lara Sucheston-Campbell will give presentations on what to expect after a multiple myeloma diagnosis and how to determine which treatment options might be best for you. This event will be held both in person at the Detroit Public Library (Main Branch) and virtually via Zoom.

To register for the program, visit: bit.ly/CCOC_061726 or use the QR code on the attached flyer.

05/18/2026

May is Brain Cancer Awareness Month. Brain tumors can cause headaches, vision changes, seizures and other neurological symptoms. If you experience concerning changes, seek medical advice. Raising awareness helps support research, early diagnosis and compassionate care.
https://www.karmanos.org/karmanos/brain-cancer-treated-at-karmanos

05/11/2026

Join Us for an Important Conversation: The Road Ahead: Understanding a Multiple Myeloma Diagnosis and Exploring Treatment

Come for the information. Stay for the conversation. Leave with clarity and support. The path after a multiple myeloma diagnosis can feel uncertain. Join us for a Community Conversation on Cancer led by Drs. Craig Cole and Lara Sucheston-Campbell, who will discuss what to expect after a multiple myeloma diagnosis and how to determine which treatment options might be best for you.

Karmanos Cancer Institute's Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE), in collaboration with the Detroit Public Library, invites you to our next event in our Community Conversation on Cancer series. This event will be held both in person at the Detroit Public Library (Main Branch) and virtually via Zoom on 📅Wednesday, June 17, 2026.

To register for the program, visit: bit.ly/CCOC_061726 or use the QR code on the attached flyers.

05/01/2026

May is Bladder Cancer Awareness Month. Blood in the urine, frequent urination or pelvic pain shouldn’t be overlooked. If you notice symptoms, talk with your healthcare provider. Awareness and early detection are key to improving outcomes and supporting those affected. Click or tap the link for more information.
https://www.karmanos.org/karmanos/bladder-cancer-treated-at-karmanos

04/21/2026

Congratulations to Hayley Thompson, Ph.D.; Lauren Hamel, Ph.D.; Theresa Hastert, Ph.D.; and Eliza Beal, M.D., the key initial investigators of the new Digital Engagement and Cancer Outcomes, established to better understand the impact of the digital environment and inclusion on outcomes and disparities among Black cancer patients, survivors and caregivers, and advance interventions that integrate and impact hospital and community resources to improve outcomes.

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Lauren Hamel, Ph.D.; Theresa Hastert, Ph.D.; Hayley Thompson, Ph.D.; and Eliza Beal, M.D., are the key initial investigators of the new Digital Engagement and Cancer Outcomes, established to bette...

04/21/2026

There is still time to register for Real Talk: Prostate Cancer program, a free community event that empowers men to take control of their health. Enjoy dinner and learn about prostate cancer awareness, including prevention tips, risk factors, and local resources.
Karmanos Cancer Institute's Office of Community Outreach and Engagement (COE) and the Faith Community Research NetworkFaith Community Research Network invite you to attend this event on 📅Tuesday, April 28 from 6pm to 8pm at Second Ebenezer Church in Detroit.
This event is moderated by Pastor Frederick Belk, Senior Pastor at Mt. Charity Missionary Baptist Church. The program will also feature Dr. Cathryn Bock, Associate Professor at Wayne State University School of Medicine, and Dr. Kevin Ginsburg, Urologist at Karmanos Cancer Institute.
To register for the program, visit: https://bit.ly/RTPC-SEC-0426, or use the QR code on the attached flyer!

01/23/2026

Hayley Thompson, Ph.D., associate center director for Community Outreach and Engagement at the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute, and Theresa Hastert, Ph.D., associate professor at Wayne State University, were recently selected to serve on the board of the Michigan Cancer Consortium (MCC). Dr. Hastert researches ways to lessen the financial toxicity associated with cancer and Dr. Thompson leads the Karmanos COE office as it promotes cancer prevention and control, and aligns those efforts with community voices. Click or tap below to read more.

The Michigan Cancer Consortium has selected two Wayne State University School of Medicine Department of Oncology faculty members as at-large board members for 2026-2027. Theresa Hastert, Ph.D., ass...