Cancer News
Discover the latest advancements in prevention, early detection, research, treatment, products and services for those affected by cancer and involved in treatment. This section includes organizations raising awareness and funds for cancer research, companies developing technology and medications for cancer treatment and legal and public policy announcements related to carcinogens and cancer care.
Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Receives the 2018 Women’s Choice Award® as One of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care
Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center, part of HealthONE, has been named one of America’s Best Hospitals for Cancer Care by the Women’s Choice Award®, America’s trusted referral source for the best in healthcare. The award signifies that... - October 08, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Celebrate 2018 Invisible Disabilities Week October 14-20
Join Invisible Disabilities Association this October 14-20 to “get the word out” as our nation recognizes invisible disabilities week. They will be providing lots of activities and resources through IDA for you to share with families and friends, companies and groups to be involved in this week dedicated to informing others about people living daily with invisible disabilities. - October 03, 2018 - Invisible Disabilities Association
IndieGo Publishing Announces the Release of Married With Cancer: One Couple's Journey, by Eileen and Jimmy Newell, for Breast Cancer Awareness Month
In their book Married With Cancer, Eileen and Jimmy Newell share how they coped as a couple through their cancer diagnoses and treatments, both as patient and caregiver. They’ve had boundless love and laughter, some tears, and a few life lessons, which they share in this book to give hope and encouragement to their readers as they make their own journey toward survival. - October 02, 2018 - INDIEGO Publishing
IDI Consulting Helps Fund Blood Cancer Research and Treatments Through the Light the Night Walk
IDI Consulting today announced its participation in the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s Light The Night Walk for the third straight year. To show support for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and their fight to cure blood cancer, IDI Consulting has created a team to raise funds for and... - October 02, 2018 - IDI Consulting
MITA Applauds Introduction of Senate Legislation to Cover CT Colonography for Medicare Beneficiaries, Calls for National Coverage Decision
Data show CT Colonography effective in identifying colorectal cancers in seniors and increasing screening in most-at-risk populations. - October 01, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center and Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children Name 2018 Physician Spirit Award Winners
On Friday, September 21, 2018, Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center and Rocky Mountain Hospital for Children celebrated their 4th Annual Physician Spirit Awards. Physician Spirit Awards are determined by hospital department staff and based on the following criteria: - Provides quality... - September 26, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Be The Difference Foundation Announces Its First Endowment Fund
Be The Difference Foundation is proud to announce its first endowment fund. The fund was made possible through the generosity of Judy Rome and the Jay Horowitz Family. The fund was announced at the Honoring and Remembering Event presented by Be the Difference Foundation on Thursday, September 20, 2018. - September 25, 2018 - Be the Difference Foundation
Rose Medical Center's Cancer Program Re-Accredited by the Commission on Cancer
The Commission on Cancer (CoC), a quality program of the American College of Surgeons (ACS), has granted Three-Year Accreditation with Commendation to the cancer program at Rose Medical Center. - September 22, 2018 - Rose Medical Center
Rose Medical Center’s Eilsabet "Liz" Harms, RN, Featured in 50 Voices of HCA Healthcare Book
Rose Medical Center Registered Nurse Liz Harms has been selected to appear in 50 Voices of HCA Healthcare, a book published in recognition of HCA Healthcare’s 50th anniversary. Rose Medical is a part of HCA Healthcare, which was founded in 1968 with a commitment to provide superior... - September 22, 2018 - Rose Medical Center
Julien Dagenais, M.D. and Christopher Dru, M.D., Join The Urology Center of Colorado
The addition of the two new urologists/robotic surgeons will bring The Urology Center of Colorado (TUCC) to a total of 18 physicians and 4 advanced practice providers to remain the largest urology group in Colorado. All TUCC physicians are sub-specialists committed to providing excellence at every encounter. - September 21, 2018 - The Urology Center of Colorado
Beads of Courage Commemorates Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
Charitable Organization Promoting Awareness and Raising Funds Throughout September. - September 21, 2018 - Beads of Courage, Inc.
MHRA Exclusive Speaker Interview Released and ImmuneBiotech AB CEO Announced as Latest Speaker Ahead of Immuno-Oncology 2018
SMi Reports: In the run up to Immuno-Oncology 2018, SMi announces the conference’s newest session led by ImmuneBiotech AB, as well as an exclusive speaker interview with the MHRA. - September 21, 2018 - SAE Media Group
United Energy Trading Wins Major Award for Decade of Fundraising for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Local energy company wins major award for a decade of fundraising. - September 18, 2018 - United Energy Trading
Jams World 2018 'Akala (Pink) Collection to Benefit Hawaiʻi Pacific Health Cancer Center at Pali Momi Medical Center
Jams World, the multi-generational, Made in Hawaii clothing company, is partnering with Hawai‘i Pacific Health to participate in National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. 'Akala (Pink) Collection will be released September 17, 2018 and 20% of the proceeds will benefit the Hawai‘i Pacific Health Cancer Center at Pali Momi Medical Center. - September 15, 2018 - Surf Line Hawaii
Providence Golf Community is Ready to Go Pink for the Win Again This Year
For the sixth year in a row, the Providence Booby Brigade will be holding events to raise record funds for Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. There will be a golf tournament, walk, casino night, and other activities to which the public is invited to participate. Getting involved is a combination of community activism and unity, which makes Providence Golf Community a special place indeed. - September 14, 2018 - ABD Development Company
HCA/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Performs First Robotic Assisted Lobectomy
Dr. Sanjay Tripathi performs advanced procedure at Swedish Medical Center, an acute care hospital located in Englewood, Colorado. - September 13, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
Beljanski Foundation Announces Milestone in Cancer Stem Cell Research
Research Shows Pao Pereira, a Natural Plant Extract, Inhibits Cancer Stem Cells. - September 13, 2018 - Maison Beljanski
MHRA, Pfizer, Autolus and Tusk Theraputics Sign Up for Immuno-Oncology Conference
SMi Reports: Industry leaders MHRA, Pfizer, Autolus, Tusk Therapeutics, KCL, Boehringer Ingelheim and more are amongst the latest organisations to register for Immuno-Oncology 2018. - September 13, 2018 - SAE Media Group
How to Bounce Up After Setbacks: Domestic Abuse and Breast Cancer Survivor Shares Tips to "Bounce Up" During Adversity
Setbacks hit everyone. Whether it's downswing in your industry, infrastructure challenges at work, or a personal crisis, adversity happens. While you can’t control life’s face-plants, you can control how you “bounce up” from those disruptions. Bounce-Up Expert Mj Callaway shares doable tips to bounce up during setbacks. - September 11, 2018 - Mj Callaway & Company
Physician at HCA/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Performs 1,500th Robotic-Assisted Surgery
Kevin Davis, MD, gynecologic oncology specialist, recently hit a new milestone in robotic surgery at Swedish Medical Center, a 408 bed level 1 trauma center located in Englewood, CO. - September 08, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
Say YES to HOPE Gives Stage 4 Cancer Patient Opportunity to Model for the 3rd Time During New York Fashion Week
Darla Rodgers is on fire with life. She is showing everyone that there is always hope. She loves being a model – the dress, hair, makeup and excitement, but to show the world that cancer is not all doom and gloom and to be with the other survivors is a priceless gift she gives to other cancer patients. - September 06, 2018 - Say YES to Hope
6th Annual PYNKALYCIOUS Media Event
The Chapman Foundation and media partner SHEEN Magazine cordially invites you to come out and dine, as they share more information about the 6th annual PYNKALYCIOUS event. PYNKALYCIOUS was formed to promote breast cancer awareness, while commending the perseverance and triumph of those impacted by... - September 02, 2018 - Sheen Magazine
82 Year Old Stage 4 Cancer Patient to Model on the Runway During New York Fashion Week
82 year old Sarasota resident and Stage 4 cancer patient will fulfill a dream in New York as she models on the SMGlobal Catwalk during New York Fashion Week with non-profit organization, Say YES to Hope and their signature program, "Surviving in Fashion." - September 01, 2018 - Say YES to Hope
Less Than 4 Weeks Until Immuno-Therapy Experts Gather at the Immuno-Oncology Conference This September in London
SMi Reports: SMi’s Immuno-Oncology Conference is taking place in just under 4 weeks in London, where industry-leading experts will gather to discuss the potential of Immuno-Therapy as an effective cancer therapy. - September 01, 2018 - SAE Media Group
One-Day Fearless Caregiver Trainings to Recognize and Support Family Caregiver – Coming to Your City
Today’s Caregiver magazine and Caregiver.com to honor family caregivers at 20th annual Fearless Caregiver Conference in Okeechobee, FL (Sept 20), Fort Lauderdale, FL (Oct 18), Tampa, FL (Oct 23), Brooksville, FL (Oct 24), New Haven, CT (Nov 7), White Plains, NY (Nov 8), Summit, NJ (Nov 10), Fayetteville, NC (Nov 14), Melbourne, FL (Nov 14) and Miami, FL (Dec 13). Complimentary Seat, including lunch, are still available for family caregivers to attend. - August 31, 2018 - Caregiver.com, Inc.
Non-for-Profit, Lawrence A. Martucci Benefit, Corp. Presents a 6th Annual Fundraiser for Local Pediatric Cancer Research “A Night at the Tropicana”
Lawrence A. Martucci Benefit, Corp. presents “A Night at the Tropicana” on Saturday, November 10, 2018 at 6:30 PM at Centro Asturiano de Tampa. This 1940’s inspired event will benefit a local charity the Children’s Cancer Research Group through 1Voice Foundation. - August 27, 2018 - Lawrence A. Martucci Benefit, Corp.
Be the Difference Foundation Announces Wheel to Survive, Boca Raton, FL Event; An Indoor Cycling Fundraiser to Benefit Ovarian Cancer Research
Join the battle and ride in the fight against ovarian cancer at the annual Wheel to Survive Boca Raton presented by Be the Difference Foundation on Sunday, September 30, 2018, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Cyclebar 5560 N Military Trail Suite 320, Boca Raton, FL. Wheel to Survive, an indoor cycling fundraiser, is a community celebration of survivors and their families, the spirit of sisterhood and a ride in memory of those who have lost their battle against ovarian cancer. - August 23, 2018 - Be the Difference Foundation
Invitation from Dr James Legg, Vice President R&D at Crescendo Biologics, Chair of This Year’s Immuno-Oncology Conference in London
SMi Reports: This year’s Immuno-Oncology Conference Chair James Legg, Vice President R&D at Crescendo Biologics, has released a letter of invitation detailing this year’s event. - August 17, 2018 - SAE Media Group
Challenges Facing Immuno-Oncology Industry Include Identifying Patients Before Therapy, Limited Responses, and Effective Biomarker Research
SMi Reports: This year’s Immuno-Oncology conference, taking place 26th - 27th September in London, aims to address the issues and challenges burdening the industry, as well as the promising advancements made recently. - August 08, 2018 - SAE Media Group
Kidney Cancer Association Earns 4-Star Rating from Charity Navigator for Fourth Consecutive Year
The Kidney Cancer Association’s strong financial health and commitment to accountability and transparency has earned it a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest independent charity evaluator. “People can donate to our charity with confidence. We scored 100... - August 05, 2018 - Kidney Cancer Association
Healthgrades Recognizes HCA/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center as 2018 Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ Recipient
HCA/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center today announced that it has been named a 2018 Gynecologic Surgery Excellence Award™ recipient by Healthgrades, the leading online resource for comprehensive information about physicians and hospitals. This award places Swedish Medical Center among... - August 04, 2018 - Swedish Medical Center
How Challenges Including Brexit, Inadequate Funding & Insufficient Patient Sample Sizes Hinder Orphan Drugs and Rare Diseases Research
SMi Reports: 8th Annual Orphan Drugs and Rare Diseases Conference to bring together pharmaceutical companies, non-profit organisations and orphan drug developers to explore alliances and facilitate progress. - August 04, 2018 - SAE Media Group
Alliance for Site Neutral Payment Reform Applauds Inclusion of Site Neutral Provision in New Proposed Medicare Rule
New rule would reduce spending for Medicare patients and the federal government by more than $760 million. - July 31, 2018 - Alliance For Site Neutral Payment Reform
Leona W. Ayers, M.D. Commemorated as a Lifetime Honored Member by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Leona W. Ayers, M.D. of Dublin, Ohio has been commemorated as a Lifetime Honored Member by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of education and medical research. About Leona W. Ayers, M.D. Dr. Leona W. Ayers, M.D. has over... - July 28, 2018 - Strathmore Worldwide
Revolutionary New Reporting Solution on Display at Sunquest User Group
VoiceOver PRO®, Pathology Reporting Optimized, integrates seamlessly with Sunquest® AP systems, streamlining the reporting process. This innovative new platform offers CoPathPlus® and PowerPath® users a speech-based reporting solution that is simple, flexible, reliable, and efficient. - July 27, 2018 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Husband of Terminally Ill Wife Launches Barbecue Project in Her Honor
Rob Ainbinder, a native of New England, recently launched a barbecue project on Kickstarter in honor of his Texas born & bred wife of 23 years. The couple relocated to North Carolina 18 years ago and could find none of Angela’s Texas style barbecue. “At that time, harder lines were... - July 26, 2018 - Pitmaster's Log Book
Green Compassion Network, LLC Helps Qualified Patients Easily Obtain Their Ohio Medical Marijuana Cards
Green Compassion Network Hosts Informational Event About This Controversial Wonder Plant. - July 18, 2018 - Green Compassion Network, LLC
Medimmune Expert Speaker Interview Released in Run Up to Immuno-Oncology Conference
SMi Group reports: Exclusive interview with Grace Macaulay - MedImmune released in the run up to the Immuno-Oncology Conference, taking place on the 26 - 27 September 2018 in London. - July 11, 2018 - SAE Media Group
MITA Applauds New Research Showing Effectiveness of High Intensity Focused Ultrasound in Treating Prostate Cancer
Five-Year, multicenter study of UK cancer prostate patients reveals the clinical benefits and reduced side effects of HIFU - July 09, 2018 - Medical Imaging and Technology Alliance
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Joins the Fight Against Sarcoma by Sponsoring Upcoming “Rock the Cause” Event
The Institute for Limb Preservation (ILP), in partnership with Sarah Cannon Cancer Institute (Sarah Cannon) at Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL), is proud to sponsor “Rock the Cause Sarcoma Awareness,” an event geared to raise funds and awareness for the Sarcoma... - July 04, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center Performs Cutting Edge Minimally Invasive Bone Cancer Surgery
Presbyterian/St. Luke’s Medical Center (P/SL) is pleased to have performed the 3rd percutaneous (minimally invasive) acetabular reconstruction in the U.S. to treat metastatic bone cancer of the pelvis. There are approximately 250,000 people in the U.S. with metastatic bone cancer (cancer... - June 28, 2018 - Presbyterian/St. Luke's Medical Center
How Preparation Can Help Beat Cancer
Cancer patients and their families often experience financial and emotional stress on the road to recovery. There are more than 50 financial and legal resources to help minimize their financial pressure. Emotional anxiety can be reduced by understanding cancer-related information, including stages of cancer, tests, and types of treatments. Living Life Academy has opened enrollment in their course, “How Preparation Can Help Beat Cancer,” to answer many of the questions cancer patients ask. - June 28, 2018 - Living Life Academy
IVI Announces Next Open-Source Value Assessment Platform Will Focus on Lung Cancer
Collaboration with LUNGevity Will Develop Patient-Centric Models to Assess Value in Innovative Lung Cancer Therapies - June 20, 2018 - Innovation and Value Initiative
Kidney Cancer Association Partners with Conquer Cancer Foundation to Fund Kidney Cancer Research
For over a decade, the Kidney Cancer Association has assisted with funding the Conquer Cancer Foundation of ASCO's Young Investigator Award. The award provides funding to promising doctors to pursue careers in kidney cancer research. “Conquer Cancer truly appreciates the generous and ongoing... - June 20, 2018 - Kidney Cancer Association
Kidney Cancer Association Holds Annual Patient Meeting in Chicago
The Kidney Cancer Association will hold its Annual Patient Meeting in Sept. 22-23 in Chicago, Illinois. - June 17, 2018 - Kidney Cancer Association
Paul J. Napoli Convinces Second Circuit to Reinstate Jimmy Nolan’s Law
After the New York Court of Appeals answered two burning questions, a federal appeals court reinstated Jimmy Nolan’s Law. The move opens up the possibility for an entire group of 9/11 injury victims to obtain relief in court. “We worked hard to get Jimmy Nolan’s law passed. So,... - June 08, 2018 - Napoli Shkolnik PLLC
Perthera to Exhibit at the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) 2018 Annual Meeting
Perthera, Inc., the leading Therapeutics Intelligence Company™, is attending the 2018 ASCO Annual Meeting at McCormick Place, Chicago, IL, June 1-5, 2018. Perthera science and clinical results will be represented in a Podium Presentation, 2 Poster Presentations and a Symposium Breakfast. - May 30, 2018 - Perthera, Inc.
Community Rallies Behind Childhood Leukemia Warrior for a Blood Drive on June 2nd, Clifton Middle School Monrovia, CA
Monrovia Unified School District along with the Red Cross have committed to hold a large scale blood drive located at “Clifton Middle School” on Saturday, June 2nd 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. This blood drive will be held in the name of James Speranta and the Children’s Leukemia and Cancer Unit at the “City Of Hope.” - May 28, 2018 - James Speranta Foundation
Pediatrician Accreditation Pilot to Improve HPV Vaccination Rates
Research shows the HPV vaccine prevents cancer, and preteens can be protected by strong provider recommendation. Enrollment is now open for pediatricians in Illinois and Wisconsin for an accredited quality improvement project to increase vaccination rates, and participants can register on an individual basis or by practice. - May 24, 2018 - Wisconsin Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics
Perthera Hosts Breakfast Symposium at the 2018 ASCO Annual Meeting
Perthera, Inc., the leading Therapeutics Intelligence Company™, will be hosting a networking breakfast and educational session on Monday, June 4th from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. for attendees of the 2018 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting. The breakfast symposium will be... - May 22, 2018 - Perthera, Inc.