Latinas Contra Cancer is proud to partner with a number of researchers nation-wide that focus their work on the Latino population.
Researcher Interviews
We’re in the process of interviewing key partners and researchers – check back soon for a detailed look behind the individuals responsible for this incredibly important research.
Upcoming Events and Recent News
For more information on upcoming events, please visit our friends at the National Network of Latino Cancer Research – Redes En Accion.
National Latino Cancer Summit
Since 2008 LCC has convened the National Latino Cancer Summit to turn the spotlight on research and issues of concerned focused on the Latino community.
The Summit provides us with the opportunity to bring researchers, advocates, patients, clinician and other providers together to network, collaborate and learn from each other.
In 2014, the 4th Summit explored The Affordable Care Act and The Latino Cancer Landscape: Impact on Policy, Research, and Treatment.
Dr J Leonard Lichtenfeld, MD, MACP, Deputy Chief Medical Officer for the National Office of the American Cancer Society was the keynote speaker and posted a blog on his experience.
Click here to download recording from this incredible event.
Visit our Events page to learn more about our our 5th Biennial Summit, The Cutting Edge; Genomics, Biologics and Precision Medicine. Our keynote speaker is Dr. Esteban Burchard, a UCSF geneticist and a member of President Barack Obama’s Precision Medicine Committee.
