Volume 10, Issue 2 - February 17, 2011

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Volume 10, Issue 2 - February 17, 2011

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		Children, take your medicine
		Researchers have done wonders in the quest for a cure for childhood acute lymphoblastic leukemia. But patients from some races and ethnicities seem to have a better chance at survival than others. The reasons why — and potential solutions — might be just as simple as you’d hope.

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10,000 procedures, and a second chance at life
A father of three was looking for answers to his leukemia. His No. 1 option turned out to be City of Hope’s 10,000th bone marrow transplant. Now he’s grateful to hundreds who responded to his donor searches, and one who matched.

Cancer killers work better minus protein
A pesky protein seems to give cancer cells an advantage in many ways. But when researchers block the tumor-helper, they give a promising anticancer approach a big boost.

Legislator casts a lifeline to transplant patients
After learning firsthand how difficult it was to donate cord blood for transplants, this legislator vowed to make it easier. His work promises to boost options for some of California’s cancer patients.

Did you know?

Infertile men may be at higher risk of testicular cancer than their fertile counterparts. Researchers out of San Francisco studied 20 years worth of data taken from over 22,500 California men who sought infertility treatment. They found that men diagnosed with male infertility appeared to be 2.8 times more likely to develop testicular cancer than undiagnosed men of the same age. The researchers ruled out infertility treatment as a cause, though. Instead, they found a genetic fault that might explain both the infertility and the cancer. Environmental factors also played a part, they said. City of Hope has more information about testicular cancer, including risk factors.

Upcoming Events

Ask the Experts — Diabetes: Optimize Your Care - Become Your Own Advocate		More info >>
Learn how you can take control of your diabetes care. Experts will discuss the four steps in diabetes self-management, focusing on maintaining a healthy, well-balanced diet. Event is free; light refreshments included. Speakers: Raynald Samoa, M.D., Peggy Mancini, M.S., R.D., C.D.E., and Maria Aviña, B.S.N., R.N., C.D.E., City of Hope Location: Cooper Auditorium, City of Hope, Duarte, Calif. Date and time: Feb. 17; 6 to 8 p.m. R.S.V.P. and info: 800-535-1390, ext. 65669

For your health: How to reduce your risk of cancer with nutrition and physical activity		More info >>
Dietitians, physical therapists and health educators will teach cancer patients and survivors, as well as their families, how to incorporate good nutrition and physical activity into their lives. Door prizes and light refreshments will be available. The class is free, but seating is limited to 20, so reservations are required. Sponsor: Sheri & Les Biller Patient and Family Resource Center Location: Biller Patient and Family Resource Center, City of Hope, Duarte, Calif. Date and time: Feb 24; 2:30 to 4 p.m. R.S.V.P. and info: 626-256-4673, ext. 64053 or lmayorga@coh.org

Run to show your support		More info >>
Tens of thousands of runners, walkers and wheelchair racers will swarm Dodger Stadium on March 19 and 20 for the Honda LA Marathon and the LA 5K, and City of Hope supporters will be among them. You can join the team — and raise funds for cancer research through ThinkCure. How: Sign up at www.crowdrise.com/HopeThinkCure. Questions? Contact Alicia Di Rado at 626-256-4673, ext. 63998, or adirado@coh.org

Teen stars sing to help save lives		More info >>
Disney Music Group artists Selena Gomez, Jonas Brothers and Allstar Weekend will take the stage and give hope to millions of people with cancer at the third annual Concert for Hope presented by Staples on March 20 at Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal City Walk. Since 2008, the event has raised nearly $2 million to benefit lifesaving cancer research and treatment programs at City of Hope. Join these talented artists and help save more lives. Tickets are available at Livenation.com, Ticketmaster.com or charge by phone at 800-745-3000. Location: Gibson Amphitheatre at Universal CityWalk Date and time: March 20; 5 p.m. Get tickets: Online or 800-745-3000

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As Congress grapples with budget cuts, how important is preserving biomedical research funding?

Very important; in fact, funding should be increased
Funding should remain level for now
Times are tough; funding should be reduced somewhat, but only temporarily
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