USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
An NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center
Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention
The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center is dedicated to improving access to cancer care among diverse communities in Los Angeles County.
About Us
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, through an award from The Ralph Lauren Corporate Foundation, opened The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention in 2023. Our vision for the Ralph Lauren Center is to support cancer equity in Los Angeles County.
Our mission in the Ralph Lauren Center is to enhance uptake of high-quality cancer screening services and improve access to timely cancer treatment through patient navigation.
Socially informed care that is culturally sensitive
We provide a safe and supportive environment for the diverse communities in Los Angeles County. Our team is diverse and composed of Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and English speakers. We understand the cultural differences among the communities we serve. We are proud to provide support to all individuals no matter their race, language, gender, sexual orientation, or ability.
Community Partners
“When someone we love has cancer, we are all affected. This is our effort in the fight against cancer.”
-Ralph Lauren
Are you coming for a visit?
Street address:
Harlyne J. Norris Cancer Research Tower (NRT)
1450 Biggy Street, Ground Level, Room G501
Los Angeles, CA 90033
How to find us:
Upon entering the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center and Hospital, walk straight down the hallway until you reach the Harlyne J. Norris Cancer Research Tower (NRT). Press the down button for the elevator and select level “G.” Once you have gone down one floor, exit the elevator and turn right. Your destination will be just ahead.
Our Services
When you contact The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention, one of our dedicated patient navigators will be alongside you every step of the way. They will be your main point of contact to understand your specific needs and to develop a personalized plan to support you with the non-medical challenges and issues that can make it difficult to obtain cancer care. Our navigators will be your personal advocates to support and guide you through your journey with cancer care.
Our navigators have diverse areas of expertise that includes:
- Insurance plans
- Housing services
- Transportation services
- Nutrition and food insecurity
- Childcare, adult care, and caregiving
- Social and emotional health
Our navigation team works collaboratively with health care providers at USC Norris, community healthcare systems and clinics, public health organizations, and social services agencies to enhance care coordination across the entire continuum of cancer care.
We offer workshops, trainings, and presentations tailored to community groups and healthcare providers.
Our Team
Leadership
Staff
Chanita Hughes Halbert, PhD
Director, The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention
Associate Director, Cancer Equity
Camille Frost, Healthcare Navigator
Loan Chung, Healthcare Navigator
Stefany Cruz, Healthcare Navigator
Vanessa Naredo, Healthcare Navigator
Contact Us
For questions or inquiries, contact us at rlcenter@usc.edu or fill out our contact form below.
Once we receive your inquiry our team will reach out to you to guide you through the next steps.
If you are interested in volunteering with the center, please reach out to Chanita Hughes Halbert, Director of the Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention, for more information. You can contact her via email at hughesha@usc.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!
Upcoming Events
Our Newsletter
Our newsletter will keep you up to date with everything happening at The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention, including events, programs, and important announcements.
Donation Inquiries
If you are interested in giving to The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Prevention at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center, please contact Minhaal M. Nathani, Executive Director of Development, at Minhaal.Nathani@med.usc.edu or (213) 220-5945.