Kalona Realty Hosts Cancer Prevention Month Event

Local real estate firm partners with Iowa Cancer Consortium to raise awareness.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Kalona Realty in Washington, Iowa is hosting an event in partnership with the Iowa Cancer Consortium to mark National Cancer Prevention Month. The event will feature a discussion with Kelly Sittig, the Executive Director of the Iowa Cancer Consortium, about steps individuals can take to reduce their cancer risk.

Why it matters

Cancer prevention is a critical public health issue, and events like this help raise awareness and educate the community on practical ways to improve health outcomes. Kalona Realty's involvement demonstrates their commitment to supporting the local community.

The details

The event at Kalona Realty will include a presentation by Kelly Sittig on cancer prevention strategies, as well as an opportunity for attendees to ask questions and learn more about the resources available through the Iowa Cancer Consortium.

  • The event will take place on February 19, 2026.

The players

Kalona Realty

A local real estate firm in Washington, Iowa that is hosting the cancer prevention event.

Iowa Cancer Consortium

A statewide organization dedicated to reducing the burden of cancer in Iowa through education, advocacy, and collaboration.

Kelly Sittig

The Executive Director of the Iowa Cancer Consortium, who will be the featured speaker at the Kalona Realty event.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to partner with the Iowa Cancer Consortium to bring this important event to our community. Cancer prevention is something that affects us all, and we hope this discussion will inspire people to take proactive steps to improve their health.”

— Jessica Yoder, Realtor, Kalona Realty (kciiradio.com)

What’s next

The event at Kalona Realty is the first in a two-part series on cancer prevention. The second part will feature a panel discussion with local healthcare providers.

The takeaway

By hosting this cancer prevention event, Kalona Realty is demonstrating its commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of the local community. Events like this can play an important role in educating people on practical steps they can take to reduce their cancer risk.