Community members are invited to attend a free webinar, “It Runs in the Family…Or Does It? Understanding Family History, Cancer Risk, and Genetic Testing,” on Tuesday, December 8, 2026, from 1 to 2 p.m.
The webinar will feature Jennifer Ivanovich, MS, CGC, a certified genetic counselor and associate professor of Medical and Molecular Genetics at the Indiana University School of Medicine, along with Paula Pettis-Garrett, Survivorship Branch Leader with the Office of Community Outreach and Engagement at the IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center.
The presentation will explore how family history may relate to cancer risk and the role genetic testing can play in understanding inherited risks.
Registration is available at https://go.iu.edu/uv3KRh or by emailing ocoe@iu.edu.
Pettis-Garrett will also be a guest on WILO’s Party Line Thursday, December 3, at 8:30 a.m. to discuss the webinar and Clinton County Cancer Connection.
Clinton County Cancer Connection is available to provide support, encouragement and a connection for individuals who may feel overwhelmed or isolated while dealing with cancer. The group wants residents to know they are not alone and that a support system is available.
Those interested in connecting with Clinton County Cancer Connection can email CancerSupp2024@currently.com to request a link to the group’s Facebook page or send a private message to Lona Davis.
