Lifestyle for Longevity: Preventative Care, Citizen Science & Health Equity

Join us at the Torrance Public Library for an engaging event that explores the power of preventative care (measures taken to prevent illnesses or diseases before they occur, rather than treating them after they develop), citizen science (public participation in scientific research), and health equity (making sure everyone has a fair and just opportunity to achieve their highest level of health, especially in terms of where they live, work, and learn).

This community-centered conversation will connect you with health experts, cancer survivors, researchers, and advocates working to improve lives through evidence-based solutions.

Learn how everyday actions like healthy eating and regular screenings can prevent chronic illnesses, including cancer, and how social factors—like access to care and resources—impact community well-being.

At this event, you'll also explore the role of citizen science in health research through the All of Us Research Program, a national initiative inviting individuals from all backgrounds to contribute to one of the largest and most inclusive health research efforts in history.

Event doors open at 11:30 AM, panel starts at 12:00 PM!

Event Highlights:

• Expert Panel Discussions: Featuring cancer survivors, registered dieticians, and researchers using All of Us data to uncover links between diet, lifestyle, and health outcomes.
• Interactive Learning: Discover how small lifestyle changes can make a big difference in preventing disease.
• Contribute to Citizen Science: Learn how you can participate in All of Us to help advance medical discoveries that benefit everyone. People of all backgrounds invited to participate!

Event partners:

The All of Us Research Program

The mission of the All of Us Research Program is simple: We want to speed up health research and medical breakthroughs. We're asking one million people just like you to help.

To get there, we are creating the largest health data resource ever. The health data you share will be added to the All of Us Research Program database that researchers can access and conduct studies. This information is essential to creating a healthier future for generations to come and may lead to the next medical breakthrough.

We hope you will help make history and change the future of health. Please review the following study enrollment steps to learn more about the process.

If you’re ready to create an account to begin your consents and surveys, please visit https://JoinAllofUs.org/nlm to get started.

SciStarter

SciStarter is the world's biggest citizen science organization, with thousands of projects, events, and tools added for millions of citizen scientists to discover. Citizen science is any way a member of the public can move scientific research forward, often by collecting and analyzing data for research projects. This April 2025, we're trying to galvanize a million acts of science by people all over the world. Learn more: https://CitizenScienceMonth.org.

The Torrance Public Library

The Torrance Public Library is a welcoming hub for learning, discovery, and community connection. Offering access to books, digital resources, and engaging programs, the library serves residents of all ages. https://www.library.torranceca.gov/

The Network of the National Library of Medicine All of Us Program Center

The NNLM All of Us Program Center (NAPC) works with public libraries to help communities participate in biomedical research, like the All of Us Research Program, and to support the health information needs of their communities.

We support All of Us to engage those interested in becoming a participant and to provide value for those who are currently participating in the program. https://allofus.nnlm.gov/

Host or Publisher SciStarter