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This summit, co-hosted by Wellness House and the University of Illinois Cancer Center, aims to unite Chicago area cancer health equity leaders across institutions to share new findings on the origin of cancer health disparities and collectively shine a light on innovative solutions to address inequities in cancer care.  We proudly present Keynote Speaker Otis W. Brawley, MD, MACP, FRCP(L), FASCO, FACE, Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Oncology and Epidemiology at Johns Hopkins University and other expert speakers in the field of cancer health equity.

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As CEO of Wellness House in Hinsdale, the mission to surround people affected by cancer with as much care and support as possible is personal for Lisa Kolavennu. When her father was diagnosed with cancer, it influenced her to take her first job at Wellness House almost 20 years ago. It “felt like a way I could take action in an otherwise helpless situation,” she recalls. 

Lunchbreak: Crispy Cauliflower Power Tacos and Apple Nachos with Emily Guzman MS RD LDN & Community Oncology Dietitian 

Wellness House set anchor in Hinsdale 35 years ago and has served more than 50,000 people in that time. Its stated mission is to be “a community where all people affected by cancer thrive. Offered at no cost and as a complement to medical treatment, our programs educate, support, and empower participants so they will improve their physical and emotional well-being.

Wellness House CEO Lisa Kolavennu joined ABC7 Chicago Tuesday with more information on the event.She talked about Wellness House and her personal connection to it. She also discussed the services it offers to people on their journeys with cancer.