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Conversing with Kids: How to Engage in Meaningful Conversations about a Cancer Diagnosis
Date: Friday, March 15th
Time: 12-1:15 PM
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Adults often wonder how to talk to kids about cancer, or whether or not they s

Join us and the Neighborhood Legal Service Los Angeles to learn about healthcare program eligibility in our upcoming session. We’ll cover Medi-Cal, Covered California, Medicare, COBRA, and fertility preservation coverage for cancer patients. Se

Dive into the world of Diet and Nutrition for Cancer Survivors with USC Norris Dietitian Bunrorth Duong. 🍉🍌🍏🥗

Join us on January 16, 2024, from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM as we explore the impact of nutrition on survivorship, cancer-preventive foods, a

Don't miss the last event of the year with AYA@USC tomorrow! Bring your pen and thoughts and join us to embrace the holidays and a moment of self-compassion.

A moment of self-compassion can change your entire day. A string of such moments can chang

If you are a young adult cancer patient or survivor, and if you are a parent, please bring your family and join us this Saturday on December 2 at the Los Angeles Zoo and Botanic Garden for a relaxing and fun day! Free zoo tickets and gourmet lunch in

“Gratitude, like faith, is a muscle. The more you use it, the more it grows.”- Alan Cohen

Meet other AYAs and Patsy on the third Wednesday of each month to share your experiences!

See you tomorrow, Wednesday. November 15th at 6:30 pm P

Protecting My Future: Screening for Cancer in Cancer Survivors
🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023
⏰ Time: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Join USC’s top experts as they unravel crucial topics:
📌 Updates on cancer screening guidelines
📌 Risks for se

Join us for the AYA Monthly Support Group 2023!

🗓️ Date: Thursday, November 2, 2023
🕒 Time: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM PST

This monthly gathering provides a safe space for young adult cancer patients and survivors (ages 18-39) treated at USC or residing

Conquer Fatigue After Cancer Treatment
Reclaim Your Energy and Vitality!

Join us for an empowering session as we explore effective strategies to combat fatigue and regain your energy and vitality after cancer treatment. Discover practical tips, conn

📚 Monthly Journaling Workshop with Patsy Noah 📚
🗓️ Date: Wednesday, October 18, 2023
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Zoom ID: 991 2090 7580

📆 Recurring Event: Join us every third Wednesday of the month for an inspiring journey into the world of jo

AYA@USC Retreat at Camp Ronald McDonald brought young adults with cancer together to meet new friends, discover creativity and enjoy the peace and harmony of nature. It is such a fun and refreshing experience! #aya#ayacancer #ayacancerawareness @ayau

Join us for a transformative monthly online writing workshop on September 20@ 6:30 pm: Turning Pain into Art led by Patsy Noah.

This workshop is designed for cancer patients, caregivers, and survivors, and it's free for all to attend! Mark your cal

Join our NEW monthly AYA Support Group starting tomorrow, September 7, which repeats on the 1st Thursday of each month, 3-4 pm PST.

Facilitator: Mario Espitia, DSW, LCSW

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Life can be challenging, life with a medical condition can be particularly challenging. We face obstacles on every journey we make. Join us TODAY with Dr. Shima Taghavi to find out how to navigate these unexpected challenges.

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Writing can be therapeutic and healing for cancer patients, cancer caregivers, and survivors. In this workshop open to all affected by cancer in any way, participants bring life to the character of their “pain.” Utilizing prompts, they ex

We know it is hard to go through cancer and challenges in life. Join us in this new mental health series with the psychologist Dr. Shima Taghavi starting June 27 from 5:30 pm - 7 pm.

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Looking forward to our upcoming wellness cooking workshop on Saturday, June 24 @ryangordyfoundation at the beautiful Santa Monica Beach. Only a few spots left. Visit aya.usc.edu for more information or email shuli@usc.edu. @uscnorriscancercenter @us

As we celebrate Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we are thrilled to launch this special writing workshop with Holly Sidell. Holly is a breast cancer survivor, writer, performer, and advocate. Her award-winning one person show, Deconstructing H

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Join us on tomorrow for a community education webinar on HPV prevention and vaccination. The session is geared towards educating the public, parents of pre-teens and adolescents, and community members on HPV prevention and HPV vaccination. More information in the flyer below. pic.twitter.com/3XOkMGC7zD
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