Bridging the Gap: Inclusive Strategies to Improve Cancer Screening and Outcomes in Underserved Populations

This continuing education webinar for IBCCP lead agency staff will give you evidence- based strategies you can use to improve access, follow-up, and prevention for breast and cervical cancer screenings.

Topics:

• Describe disparities in breast and cervical cancer screening and outcomes among LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants, and other marginalized populations.
• Identify barriers to care rooted in social determinants of health, stigma, and systemic inequity.
• Apply culturally responsive communication strategies to promote trust and engagement in diverse patient populations.
• Collaborate inter-professionally to address health equity gaps through trauma-informed, inclusive care approaches.

Speaker:

Jules Crawford DNP, MSN, RN, is a nurse educator and clinical nurse with over 20 years of clinical and academic experience. Currently serving as a faculty member and mentor in nursing education, Jules is deeply committed to advancing health equity and culturally sensitive care. As a provider and advocate who identifies as transmasculine, Jules brings a unique personal and professional lens to the conversation on inclusive practice. His work focuses on reducing health disparities for LGBTQIA+ communities and marginalized communities. Jules is passionate about empowering nurses and healthcare providers to meet patients where they are, challenge systemic barriers, and create safe, affirming environments in every care setting.

Contact Hour: 1.0

Illinois Critical Access Hospital Network (ICAHN) is an approved provider of nursing continuing professional development by the Midwest Multistate Division, an accredited approver by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

No relevant financial relationships were identified for any member of the planning committee or any presenter of the program content.

This webinar will be recorded.

Support:

There is no charge for this webinar. Support comes from the Illinois Department of Public Health, Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program.