FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Trudean Haye
Executive Director
Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 215-512-6465
Website: www.byrdcancerfoundation.org
PHILADELPHIA, PA — With just two months remaining, the Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation announces the return of its 3rd Annual All Things Cancer + Wellness Expo, taking place on Saturday, April 18, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the DoubleTree by Hilton Philadelphia Center City, 237 S. Broad Street.
This free, public event brings together healthcare professionals, advocacy organizations, survivors, caregivers, and community members for a full day of cancer education, health screenings, and wellness resources — all under one roof.
The Expo is designed to increase access to early detection services, culturally responsive education, and trusted cancer navigation resources across the Philadelphia region.
Event Highlights Include:
- Two educational breakout sessions hosted by Blood Cancer United (formerly the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)
- Expert-led panels and workshops on:
- Cardio-Oncology
- Health Equity & Access to Care
- Patient and Care Team Navigation
- Emotional Support for Survivors and Caregivers
- Sexual Health and Wellness After Cancer
- Free on-site screenings, including:
- Full Body Skin Cancer Checks
- Breast Screenings
- Oral Cancer Screenings
- Prostate Cancer Screenings
- HPV Screenings
- Hands-on wellness workshops including art therapy, chair yoga, sewing basics, bracelet-making, and children’s creative activities
- Vendor exhibits, community resources, food, and live music
“We created this Expo to ensure families in our community have direct access to life-saving education and screenings in one place,” said Dr. Nia Imani Bailey, President of the Byrd Cancer Education & Advocacy Foundation. “This event is about closing the care gap and empowering people with knowledge and support.”
Partner organizations include TOUCH, The Black Breast Cancer Alliance; Blood Cancer United; Patient Advocate Foundation; Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation; Advanced Dermatology; Jefferson Health; Penn Medicine Abramson Cancer Center; Bexa Equity Alliance; and Manor College.
The event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is encouraged at www.cancerwellnessexpo.com.

