Blue Faery will host a free educational event focused on liver cancer awareness and prevention in Dallas on September 27, 2025. The HCC Lunch & Learn event will take place at Concord Church from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., featuring presentations from UT Southwestern physicians and personal stories from individuals affected by hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC).
The event addresses the critical need for liver health education in communities where liver disease and cancer rates continue to rise. Attendees aged 16 and over will receive comprehensive information on how liver disease and HCC develop, the role of multidisciplinary care teams, therapeutic options for both transplant-eligible and non-eligible patients, and available community resources. The program includes a catered lunch, creating an accessible environment for learning and discussion.
Andrea Wilson Woods, President of Blue Faery, emphasizes the importance of bringing expert insight and practical hope to the community through shared knowledge. The organization maintains an online Liver Cancer Community for patients and caregivers, providing additional support beyond the in-person event.
This initiative is particularly significant given the often late diagnosis of liver cancer and the complex treatment decisions patients face. By educating community members about prevention strategies and available treatment options, the event empowers individuals to make informed healthcare decisions and potentially detect issues earlier.
The event requires registration due to limited space, reflecting the high demand for such educational opportunities. Blue Faery's mission to prevent, treat, and cure primary liver cancer through research, education, and advocacy is supported by sponsors including AstraZeneca, Exelixis, and Merck. The organization provides free comprehensive patient education through its Patient Resource Guides for Liver Cancer available on their website at https://bluefaery.org/patient-resources.
Community-based educational events like this play a vital role in addressing health disparities and improving cancer outcomes by making specialized medical knowledge accessible to the general public. The combination of expert medical information and personal patient experiences creates a comprehensive learning environment that can significantly impact how individuals approach liver health and cancer prevention.
