Organizations hold events to raise awareness about mesothelioma and asbestos. Some events may help fundraise for cancer research and share support for impacted families. Conferences also enable healthcare providers to share the latest research. This curated list includes events for the public and healthcare providers.
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Upcoming Events
LUNG FORCE is an initiative from the American Lung Association to bring together people with lung cancer and their caregivers. Their signature event series is LUNG FORCE Walks. Held across the country, LUNG FORCE Walks aim to promote lung health and raise money for lung cancer research. The events also give people an opportunity to honor loved ones who are fighting lung cancer or have lost their lives to lung disease.
Locations:
- Duke Island Park in Bridgewater Township, NJ, on 9/14/2024
- Cleveland Metroparks Zoo in Cleveland, OH, on 9/29/2024
- Detroit Zoo in Royal Oak, MI, on 9/29/2024
Who: Everyone
What: Fundraising event
The International Lung Cancer Survivorship Conference (ILCSC) is a free virtual conference for people with lung cancer, caregivers and advocates. This educational event allows participants to interact with researchers and leading lung cancer experts, as well as learn about new and advancing treatments. ILCSC aims to help people build a stronger working relationship with their care team and empower individuals to be actively involved in their healthcare choices.
When: 9/20/2024 – 9/21/2024
Where: Virtual event
Who: Everyone
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
Miles for Meso is a series of 5K races and fun runs and walks to help raise awareness for mesothelioma. The flagship event takes place in Alton, Illinois, every year. Funds raised at the Alton Miles for Meso go to support mesothelioma charities. Organizers are often family members of mesothelioma patients or the patients themselves. People interested in participating are encouraged to register.
When: 9/21/2024
Where: Alton, IL
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness event
More Info: Event Page
The Lung Cancer Research Foundation will host a recap of the World Conference on Lung Cancer (WCLC). As part of the foundation’s #TogetherSeparately series, this virtual event will cover the latest news and information from the WCLC held early in September. The foundation invites anyone interested in lung cancer to attend the livestream to meet face-to-face with experts in the field. Registration is required.
When: 9/25/2024
Where: Virtual event
Who: Everyone
What: Educational event
More Info: Event Page
Mesothelioma Awareness Day takes place every year on September 26. Established in 2004 by the Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation, people can get involved by wearing blue, sharing information on social media or attending a fundraising event. These fundraisers take place nationwide, both locally and online. The money raised supports patient care, research, treatment and disease prevention. Additionally, resources are available for more information on asbestos and mesothelioma.
When: 9/26/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness day
More Info: Event Page
Sponsored by GO2 for Lung Cancer, the 14th Annual GO2 Philadelphia 5K Walk/Run will take place at the Philadelphia Zoo. The event includes a costume contest, kids’ dash, scavenger hunt and other family-friendly activities. Participants can sign up alone or as a team, as well as join in person or remotely. Funds raised will go toward lung cancer research and a personalized assistance program for lung cancer patients. Zoo entry is included with every registration (for in-person participants only).
When: 9/28/2024
Where: Philadelphia Zoo in Philadelphia, PA
Who: Everyone
What: Fundraising event
More Info: Event Page
The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation® International Symposium on Malignant Mesothelioma brings together healthcare providers, mesothelioma patients, survivors and caregivers. Leading mesothelioma experts will lead discussions on advances in treatment, the latest research studies and different support options. Topics at this year’s conference include “Mesothelioma and Mental Health,” “Family Matters: Talking About Your Diagnosis” and “Mesothelioma Medical Jargon.”
When: 10/17/2024 – 10/18/2024
Where: Summit Chicago in Chicago, IL
Who: Healthcare providers, patients, survivors and caregivers
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
The conference features research from professionals from the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and more. Researchers can attend sessions on cutting-edge science and advances within the cancer treatment field.
When: 10/18/2024 – 10/21/2024
Where: The Westin Copley Place in Boston, MA
Who: Cancer researchers
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
The 18th Annual Atlanta Lung Cancer Symposium™ is intended for clinicians and academics to exchange ideas and research. This year, the symposium will have sessions on targeted therapies for non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other rare diseases, like mesothelioma. Attendees will hear about strategies for managing early- and advanced-stage NSCLC, as well as the latest advances in treatments.
When: 10/26/2024
Where: The Ritz-Carlton Atlanta in Atlanta, GA
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
Research and advocacy organizations from around the world partner each November for Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Their goal is to improve outcomes for lung cancer patients. Throughout the month, anyone can get involved by bringing awareness to cancers impacting the lungs and participating in fundraising events for research.
When: November 2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness month
More Info: Event Page
November is National Family Caregivers (NFC) Month — celebrated all across the United States for over 25 years. Led by the Caregiver Action Network, NFC Month is recognized and supported by many organizations, including the Administration for Community Living, Mental Health America, the National Council on Aging and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs. These organizations provide tools to help raise awareness of family caregiver issues, celebrate their efforts and increase support.
When: November 2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness month
More Info: Event Page
The Society for Immunotherapy of Cancer (SITC) is hosting its annual meeting and programming in Houston, Texas. Attendees will hear from leading cancer immunotherapy experts and international leaders in both academia and government. Event topics include tumor-infiltrating lymphocytes, immune engineering, grant writing and more. This in-person event will also have virtual attendance options.
When: 11/6/2024 – 11/10/2024
Where: George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, TX + virtual attendance options
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
National Lung Cancer Screening Day takes place during Lung Cancer Awareness Month. On this day, groups across the country highlight the importance of early screening and spread awareness of lung cancer — the top cause of cancer deaths in the United States. This year marks the third National Lung Cancer Screening Day.
When: 11/9/2024
Where: Everywhere
Who: Everyone
What: Awareness event
More Info: Event Page
This AACR Special Conference in Cancer Research centers on cutting-edge developments in liquid biopsies, including clinical use. Attendees will explore related topics, such as early cancer detection, emerging technologies and immunotherapy. Research will be presented by professionals from the Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, National Cancer Institute (NCI) and others.
When: 11/13/2024 – 11/16/2024
Where: Omni San Diego Hotel in San Diego, CA
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
This AACR Special Conference on Cancer Research event will focus on the pivotal role of ribonucleic acid (RNA) in cancer. The conference’s sessions will explore the latest research on RNA drivers of cancer progression and how to target them for intervention, treatments and vaccines. Experts from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Harvard Medical School and others will present.
When: 11/14/2024 – 11/17/2024
Where: Hyatt Regency Bellevue on Seattle’s Eastside in Bellevue, WA
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
The 19th Annual New York Lung Cancers Symposium® will center on multidisciplinary lung cancer treatment. Attendees will learn how different therapies work together to treat lung cancer patients. They will have the option to participate in an interactive case challenge to apply clinical data to real-world cases. The symposium is intended for healthcare professionals who manage and treat lung cancer patients, including oncologists, thoracic surgeons and pulmonologists.
When: 11/16/2024
Where: New York Hilton Midtown in New York, NY
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
The 8th Annual Meeting of the American Cancer Society NLCRT will take place in December, with registration opening in September. The NLCRT brings together an array of healthcare professionals, government agencies, research groups and advocacy organizations. The annual meeting is a place for these professionals to discuss how to increase lung cancer survivorship and work towards better patient outcomes.
When: 12/9/2024 – 12/10/2024
Where: Atlanta, Georgia
Who: NLCRT members
What: Annual meeting
More Info: Event Page
This conference will bring together experts from multiple institutions, including University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and Koch Institute at MIT. Participants can attend sessions on drug design and optimization, improving drug compatibility and more.
When: 12/9/2024 – 12/11/2024
Where: Hilton Toronto in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Who: Healthcare professionals
What: Educational conference
More Info: Event Page
