One Step Ahead of Cancer Lecture Series

SM Gavini Center for Cancer Prevention & the prevention of cancer recurrence

Free monthly virtual seminars that focus on proactive, early detection and cancer prevention strategies to keep patients "one step ahead" of cancer.

The SM Gavini Center for Cancer Prevention empowers individuals to better understand their personal risk and make informed lifestyle choices - helping to reduce the likelihood of disease and support a healthier future. 

October 15, 2026: Breast Cancer

According to research, the average woman has a 1 in 8 chance of developing breast cancer in her lifetime. During breast cancer awareness month and we will use this session to help women and their loved ones better understand both typical and unusual signs of different types of breast cancer, the multiple screening tests available, and evidence-based strategies that may help reduce your risks for developing breast cancer.

November 12, 2026: Lung Cancer

Lung cancer is considered the leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. While smoking causes 80-90% of these deaths, nonsmokers are experiencing increased diagnosis. The good news is that early diagnosis improves the 5-year survival rate by approximately 65%. In this session we  will learn about the signs & symptoms of lung cancer, the risk factors (beyond smoking), as well as the benefits of smoking cessation and early low dose CT cancer screening tests. 

December 10, 2026: Stress & Cancer

Although there is a myriad of factors that contribute to diagnoses, current cancer research has examined the role of sleep, rest, and stress in increasing the risk for developing cancer. Join us to learn more about Positive versus Negative stress, the physiology behind stress; as well as the research that connects stress and poor health outcomes. You will learn more about FREE programs available through the SM Gavini Center for Cancer Prevention and the Prevention of Cancer Recurrence, including Yoga, sound therapy and meditation.