Illumina Genomics Forum to Feature Tennis Legend Chris Evert on the Role Genomics Played in her Cancer Fight

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Illumina (NASDAQ: ILMN) will host the inaugural Illumina Genomics Forum (IGF) from September 28 to October 1 in San Diego. The event features Chris Evert, who will discuss her personal battle with ovarian cancer and the role of genomics in early detection and treatment. Notable speakers include former President Barack Obama and Bill Gates. Key themes will explore how genomic technology is transforming patient care and enhancing health outcomes. The IGF aims to address pivotal issues in cancer treatment and improve accessibility to genomic health care.

Positive

• Highlighting advancements in genomics that could lead to improved cancer survival rates.
• The presence of influential figures like Chris Evert, Barack Obama, and Bill Gates could enhance market interest.
• Emphasis on early cancer detection and personalized treatment, aligning with current health care trends.

Negative

• Chris Evert's diagnosis might invoke concerns regarding the prevalence of cancer, affecting investor sentiment towards the sector.

Global conference to focus on advancing the life-saving impacts of genomic health care

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 29, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Illumina, Inc. (NASDAQ: ILMN), a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, today announced that it will feature International Tennis Hall of Fame member Chris Evert as a special guest at its inaugural Illumina Genomics Forum (IGF) on October 1. Evert, who was diagnosed with stage 1C ovarian cancer earlier this year, will participate in a fireside chat discussing how genomics can improve early cancer detection, lead to more proactive, effective treatment of cancer, and help save lives.

During the session, Evert will discuss her ovarian cancer diagnosis and personal treatment journey. After her younger sister passed away from ovarian cancer in 2020, Evert's doctors discovered that she had a rare inherited genetic mutation commonly linked to ovarian cancer, which ultimately led to the early discovery of her own cancer. Today, Evert's doctors are optimistic about her prognosis because the cancer was detected early.

Regarded as one of the most accomplished tennis players of all time, Evert won 18 major singles championships including a record seven French Open titles and a joint-record six US Open titles.

"We are delighted to have Chris Evert, a role model for so many both on and off the court, to share her powerful firsthand story of how genomics is helping lead the global fight against cancer," said Kathryne Reeves, chief marketing officer of Illumina. "Today, unprecedented advances in genomics are resulting in better informed approaches to cancer diagnosis and treatment, which could significantly increase cancer survival rates and lead to patient outcomes we never thought possible."

Illumina previously announced that former US President Barack Obama will headline IGF in another fireside chat on the evening of Wednesday, September 28. Twelve years after the passage of the Affordable Care Act, Obama will discuss the continued need for equity, accessibility, and smarter health care to improve the human condition. Then, on September 30, Bill Gates, co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, will deliver a keynote address on the remarkable potential of genomics to change the trajectory of global health.

Other IGF key themes include:

• How genomic technology is driving more informed, proactive, and personalized patient diagnosis and treatment in clinics
• Ways in which whole-genome sequencing is revolutionizing patient care
• The role of genomics in supporting health care's quadruple aim to improve population health, reduce costs, enhance the patient experience, and improve provider satisfaction

IGF will take place in San Diego from September 28 through October 1. For more information and to register for the conference, go to illuminagenomicsforum.com.

About Illumina
Illumina is improving human health by unlocking the power of the genome. Our focus on innovation has established us as a global leader in DNA sequencing and array-based technologies, serving customers in the research, clinical, and applied markets. Our products are used for applications in the life sciences, oncology, reproductive health, agriculture, and other emerging segments. To learn more, visit illumina.com and connect with us on Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram, and YouTube.

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FAQ

What is the Illumina Genomics Forum?

The Illumina Genomics Forum (IGF) is an event showcasing advances in genomic health care, featuring discussions on cancer detection and treatment.

When will the Illumina Genomics Forum take place?

The forum will occur from September 28 to October 1, 2022, in San Diego.

Who is speaking at the Illumina Genomics Forum?

Notable speakers include Chris Evert, Barack Obama, and Bill Gates.

What is the focus of Chris Evert's discussion at the forum?

Chris Evert will discuss her ovarian cancer diagnosis and the impact of genomics on early detection and treatment.

How does genomics improve cancer treatment?

Genomics enables more personalized and proactive treatment strategies, enhancing patient outcomes.