Hot Topics in Prostate Cancer Chicago 2026
Wednesday, April 22 | 5:30 – 8:30 pm
In-person at Malcolm X College | Registration Required
Free. Expert-led. In-Person. If you have been diagnosed with prostate cancer or care about someone who has, Wellness House welcomes you to our annual Hot Topics in Prostate Cancer Event. Join us to learn about updates in the treatment of prostate cancer and tips for living well during cancer. Presentations will include an overview of prostate cancer, updates in radiation therapy, and a conversation with Prostate Cancer Real Talk hosts, El and Shay Allen.
Agenda:
Registration & Dinner | 5:30 pm
Living Well with Prostate Cancer: Understanding Prostate Cancer | 6:00 pm
Kelly Fonner, RN, Bayer Oncology
The objectives of this presentation are to introduce the audience to the prostate and prostate cancer, understand diagnosis and management of prostate cancer, and understand cancer’s impact on all parts of life including, emotional well-being, sexual health, bone health, nutrition, etc.
Updates in Radiation Treatment of Prostate Cancer | 6:45 pm
Kevin King, MD, City of Hope
Learn about the advancements in radiation therapy and research for prostate cancer.
Prostate Cancer Real Talk: A Conversation with El and Shay Allen | 7:15 pm
El and Shay Allen, Prostate Cancer Real Talk podcast
The Prostate Cancer Real Talk podcast was founded as a way to create community and conversation around the real-life impacts of a prostate cancer diagnosis. Join El and Shay Allen, the founders of the Prostate Cancer Real Talk podcast, for guidance, hope and ideas for coping after a diagnosis.
