Event Details
Equal Hope will present its 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair on Thursday, January 23, from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., at the Humboldt Park Field House, 1440 N. Humboldt Blvd., Chicago 60647.
About Equal Hope
A Chicago-based 501(c)(3) organization, Equal Hope is dedicated to saving lives by eliminating inequities in the treatment of breast, cervical, and other cancers by connecting uninsured and underinsured patients to high-quality preventative care, screening, diagnostics, and treatment. The organization has partnered with the Humboldt Park Field House to bring healthcare education, resources, activities, and food to the community. Teal is the color that represents cervical cancer awareness.
Why Cervical Cancer Awareness is Important
Chicago’s cervical cancer incidence and mortality rates are considerably higher than the national average. Chicago’s cervical cancer incidence is 39 percent higher than the U.S. average, and its mortality is 60 percent higher than the U.S. average. Data also shows that cervical cancer is disproportionately higher in Black and Brown communities nationwide and in Chicago.
Expert Guest Speaker
World-renowned cervical cancer expert and Equal Hope Board of Directors member Dr. Nita Lee from University of Chicago Medicine will be the “Teal Talk” guest speaker. The Health & Resource Fair will include 25 vendors offering information on healthcare services, job opportunities, recidivism, and housing. More than 200 guests are expected to attend.
Equal Hope’s Impact
In 2024, Equal Hope’s outreach efforts reached more than 100,000 in the Chicagoland area, more than twice as many as in 2023. Support included information sharing, rides to health screenings, scheduling appointments, and establishing primary care for hundreds of women.
Registration Information
To register for Equal Hope’s 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” and Health Resource Fair, visit https://equalhope.org/latest/events/ or register through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-teal-talk-tickets-1155556914839?aff=oddtdtcreator
Conclusion
Equal Hope’s 3rd Annual “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair is an important event in the fight against cervical cancer. By providing education, resources, and support, Equal Hope is working to eliminate inequities in cancer treatment and ensure that all individuals have access to high-quality healthcare.
FAQs
Q: What is the purpose of the “Teal Talk” Health & Resource Fair?
A: The purpose of the event is to raise awareness about cervical cancer and provide education, resources, and support to individuals affected by the disease.
Q: Who is the guest speaker for the event?
A: Dr. Nita Lee, a world-renowned cervical cancer expert from University of Chicago Medicine, will be the guest speaker.
Q: What services will be available at the event?
A: The event will include 25 vendors offering information on healthcare services, job opportunities, recidivism, and housing.
Q: How can I register for the event?
A: You can register for the event by visiting https://equalhope.org/latest/events/ or through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/3rd-annual-teal-talk-tickets-1155556914839?aff=oddtdtcreator
