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Cancer Support Community

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Brian d'Arcy James Runs the Chicago Marathon to Raise Money for the Cancer Support Community

Brian d'Arcy James of 13 Reasons Why, Spotlight, and Hamilton is set to take on the 2017 Bank of America Chicago Marathon and raise money to support cancer patients and their loved ones served by the Cancer Support Community.


Lauren Leiman, Melanoma Research Alliance

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Collaboration as a Cornerstone of Fighting Melanoma

Since its founding in 2007, MRA has become the largest private funder of melanoma research, providing nearly $68 million to melanoma research in the areas of prevention, diagnosis and treatment.



Donna Hicks

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Losing My Hair, Gaining New Perspective

"Losing your hair is a painless part of cancer treatment, but it can be challenging."


Susan Jenks

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The Best Laid Plans

With many anti-cancer drugs taken orally, it's up to patients to comply with prescribed regimens — but what happens if they don't?


Sandra Kear

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Regional Disparities Observed in Uptake of Adjuvant Breast Cancer Therapy

A new study has uncovered notable disparities in uptake of adjuvant breast cancer therapies in the Appalachian region of the United States, a finding that suggests targeted intervention strategies may help to improve outcomes for this population of women.


Ben Holman

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A Christmas Angel for Those of Us With Cancer

An essay from our Extraordinary Healers book honoring Sharon Bernico, RN, OCN [Oncology Therapy Center in Morris, Illinois].


Tamera Anderson-Hanna

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I’m Not the Same Since Cancer — and I’m Thankful for That

Cancer gave me a new “fluffy” perspective on life.


PRWEB

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We're Climbing Mount Kilimanjaro to Support Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation

CURE Media Group Employee Part of 15-Person Team of Multiple Myeloma Patients and Supporters.


William J Gradishar, M.D.

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Expert Discusses Surgical Implications of a BRCA Mutation

William J. Gradishar, M.D., discusses the potential surgical implications for a woman with breast cancer who tests positive for a BRCA mutation, and why it is important to be aware of this genetic information.


Scot Kopetz, M.D., Ph.D., FACP

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Targeted Therapies Improve Overall Survival for Patients With Colorectal Cancer Subtype

The cancer landscape has changed for patients with the introduction of targeted therapies, and a combination targeted therapy for some patients with colorectal cancer shows new promise.


Aly Fox, B.S.N., RN, CMSRN

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Tireless Ability to Care

Amy Setesak, B.S.N., RN, CMSRN from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, New York, was nominated by her colleague, Aly Fox, B.S.N., RN, CMSRN, for CURE®’s Extraordinary Healer® Award.


Patricia Campbell, B.S.N., RN

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Sharing Her Gifts and Talents: A Breast Cancer Survivor and Registered Nurse

In this essay, registered nurse Patricia Campbell of Charlene’s Dream in Daytona Beach, Florida, nominates her colleague and fellow registered nurse Eliani Berman for the 2019 CURE® Extraordinary Healer® Award.


Taylor Bell Duck

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Overcoming Barriers and Stigma as a Young Patient

Taylor Bell Duck was only 21 when she was diagnosed with lung cancer, a disease that is often stigmatized.



Leslie R. Schover

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Leslie R. Schover on Sexuality After Cancer Treatment

Leslie R. Schover, professor of behavioral science, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, discusses information and education for patients regarding sexuality after treatment.


Irene Hutchins, M.D.

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Cancer Survivor Celebrates by Dancing with Scripps Doctor

Irene Hutchins, M.D., and her patient Steve Valentine, both accomplished ballroom dancers, made a pact to dance together once he had recovered from late-stage Burkitt lymphoma. They performed their victory dance June 11 during Cancer Survivors Day at Scripps Green Hospital, in La Jolla, California, where Hutchins treated Valentine.


Jeannette Keton

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Fighting Cancer One Colon at a Time

Young adult survivor Molly McMaster turns her experience into a national tour and non-profit group dedicated to raising awareness on colon cancer.


Manager of Navigation Services, Orange Regional Medical Center

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Helping Patients Fight Cancer With All Her Heart and Soul

An essay honoring SARA SARGENTE, RN, OCN [ORANGE REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER, MIDDLETOWN, NEW YORK]



Carol Boulet

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Sometimes Cancer Patients Must Console Others

When I returned home from my first visit to my surgeon after my diagnosis of breast cancer, I could see the look of worry on my mother's face.


Kristen Thompson, RN-BC, BSN, CPON

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My Beautiful Princess

SLEEPING SOUNDLY, 5-year-old Malia moved slowly in her bed, teddy and blanket close to her side.


Jill O’Donnell-Tormey

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Going On Trial

Clinical trials can provide patients with early access to promising cancer immunotherapies.


Jonah Feldman

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Nubeqa Plus ADT Outperformed ADT Alone in Treating Prostate Cancer

Adding Nubeqa to androgen deprivation therapy improved radiographic progression-free survival in patients with metastatic hormone-sensitive prostate cancer.


Wayne Lewis

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Supportive care medicine is key to truly comprehensive cancer care

City of Hope sets the bar for treating people, not just diseases.


Marissa Holzer

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A Month of Milestones and My Cancer Anniversary

This March marks 10 years since my diagnosis of de novo metastatic breast cancer and four years since my cancer has been stable.


Michelle Sottile, B.S.N., RN, OCN

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Oncology Nurses Tend To The Unspoken Needs Of Patients with Cancer

Oncology nurses tend to the needs of patients with cancer with great care, but they also tend to the unspoken needs of their patients.


Kailuani Facciani

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Having Metastatic Breast Cancer Won't Stop Me

When people tell me I have metastatic cancer, I don't let their doom and gloom stop me — I'm going to bloom like a flower.


Jim Plotkin

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The Future of CLL Care: Medical Breakthroughs and Patient-Physician Collaboration

The discussion will wrap up with perspectives on the future of CLL treatment, including anticipated improvements in patient care and quality of life, emerging therapies, and evolving patient roles in care decisions.