Liver cancer is the fourth leading cause of cancer-related deaths in Hawaiʻi, disproportionately affecting Native Hawaiian, Filipino and Japanese men. As tumors spread to healthy parts of the liver, patients often experience rapid health decline, leading to liver failure and, tragically, death.
To raise awareness and provide support, the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center invites the community to the final event of its 2024 “Quest for a Cure” symposium series. This free event, dedicated to those impacted by liver cancer, will be held on September 18, from 5—7 p.m. at the UH Cancer Center’s Sullivan Conference Room. Register to attend in person or online until September 13.
The event will feature experts who will discuss the prevalence of liver cancer in Hawaiʻi, common symptoms and available treatments, including surgery, locoregional therapies, chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiation. Attendees will also hear about groundbreaking research being conducted at the UH Cancer Center, as well as the inspiring personal journey of a liver cancer survivor.
Featured speakers include:
- Jared Acoba, associate researcher at the UH Cancer Center and medical oncologist/director of research at The Queen’s Medical Center Cancer Center
- Linda Wong, associate member of the UH Cancer Center and surgical oncologist/director of the liver transplant program at The Queen’s Medical Center
- Brenda Hernandez, researcher at the UH Cancer Center (moderator)
- Francis Robles, liver cancer survivor
For more details, view the event flyer or contact Michelle Hashimoto at events@cc.hawaii.edu.
