Breast Cancer & Nanoplastics
Learn how you can take "Nano Steps to Reduce Exposures"
Save the Date!
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 10:30 AM -12:30 PM
Veterans Memorial Center
203 E. 14th St., Davis, CA 95616
About This Free Event
Join us for a free educational and research event exploring the link between nanoplastics and breast cancer. This event will give you practical steps to reduce everyday exposures.
You'll learn from experts about:
What nanoplastics are and where they're commonly found
The latest research on nanoplastics and breast cancer
Simple, effective actions to reduce your exposures
Resources for ongoing support and education
Breast Cancer Survivors: You can participate in a nanoplastics research study conducted by UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and receive a $25 Amazon gift card.
What to Expect
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Welcome & Introduction (10:30 AM)
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Educational presentation by experts from the UC Davis Women's Cancer Care and Research (WeCARE) Program and Breast Cancer Prevention Partners
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Q&A Session — bring your questions!
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Resource tables with take-home materials
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Information about nanoplastics research study
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Complimentary light refreshments
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Free Parking at Veterans Memorial Center / Davis High School Parking Grounds
Research Study Information
This program and educational events are in collaboration with the UC Davis Women’s Cancer Care and Research (WeCARE) Program, Breast Cancer Prevention Partners, and Thriving Pink.
Participation in the research study is completely voluntary. The study is conducted by UC Davis Women’s Cancer Care and Research (WeCARE) Program and follows all research safety guidelines. If you have questions about the research study, more information will be provided at the event.
Note: Research participation is separate from event attendance. All community members are welcome to attend the educational event.
Our Mission
Stay curious. Stay informed. Take action.
(Positivity → curiosity → learning → action)
Thriving Pink is committed to providing education and resources based on science for breast cancer prevention. Through community and scientific collaboration, we empower individuals with knowledge to make informed decisions about their health.
Coming Soon!
Can't make the February event? No problem.
Additional sessions are planned for spring 2026 in Woodland (en Español) and West Sacramento, with education to ensure information reaches diverse communities across the region. Save the dates below and we'll share more details as we have them.
Saturdays: April 11 and May 30 (tentatively)
We'll share more details as we have them.