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 Volume 11, Issue 5 - May 24, 2012
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A test for a common virus can make cervical cancer screening easier |
| Improved health care stems from new knowledge gained through scientific research. Recently, the nation’s leading cancer organization updated its cervical cancer screening guidelines based on years of scientific study on the causes of the disease. The update centers on a test for a common virus and may mean less frequent screening for many women. |
| Prostate cancer screening: When is the right time? |
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| Prostate cancer screening is certainly important, but recent discussions among clinical researchers and physicians have raised questions. For instance, who should be screened? And when? Recent changes to national guidelines offer some answers. |
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| A golf pro and two scientists walk into a lab ... |
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| Pro golfer Bubba Watson has a close personal connection to cancer. So he’s inspiring City of Hope researchers — and helping to supply much-needed funds — to bring innovative new cancer treatments to patients who need them. |
| Coffee and tea drinkers may be less likely to develop brain tumors than those who don’t drink the beverages. Granted, the overall risk of brain cancer is already pretty low — less than 1 percent. And the researchers were quick to point out that their study didn’t prove the beverages themselves lowered risk. But after studying more than 400,000 people over about eight years, the scientists found that fewer java and tea drinkers developed brain tumors compared to those who did not partake of the beverages. They say the findings aren’t a good reason to start downing more tea or coffee, but the study may offer some insight into the molecular causes of brain tumors. City of Hope has more information about brain tumors, including risk factors. |
| For Your Health: How to Reduce Your Risk of Cancer with Nutrition and Physical Activity |
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Learn how to make good nutrition and physical activity a part of your life to help lower your cancer risk. Door prizes and light refreshments included. Class is free; space is limited; reservations are required.
Location: Sheri & Les Biller Patient and Family Resource Center, City of Hope, Duarte, Calif.
Date and time: May 31; 2:30 to 4 p.m.
R.S.V.P: Mariela Gallo at 626-256-4673, ext. 64956, or magallo@coh.org
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| City of Hope Cancer Survivors Day |
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A celebration of life for patients and caregivers, honoring survivors for their strength and courage. This open house includes light refreshments and raffle drawings. A special presentation from 11:30 a.m. to noon will feature City of Hope Chief Medical Officer Alexandra Levine, M.D., M.A.C.P., and a patient speaker.
Location: Biller Patient and Family Resource Center, City of Hope, Duarte, Calif.
Date and time: June 7; 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
No R.S.V.P is required.
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| What is Legal About Cancer? |
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Cancer Legal Resource Center attorney Laura Riley, J.D., will describe center services for patients, family caregivers and the community. The presentation also will cover legal issues such as health insurance options, employment rights and access to disability insurance and government benefits. Class is free; space is limited; reservations are required.
Speaker: Laura Riley, J.D., Cancer Legal Resource Center
Sponsors: Cancer Legal Resource Center and the Biller Patient and Family Resource Center
Location: Biller Patient and Family Resource Center, City of Hope, Duarte, Calif.
Date and time: June 11; 2:30 to 4 p.m.
R.S.V.P. and info: 626-256-4673, ext. 64956, or magallo@coh.org
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| Give twice as much hope |
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Office Depot, global supplier of office products and services, has joined City of Hope again in the fight against cancer. Donate to City of Hope through June 15 and they’ll match your gift, dollar for dollar, up to $100,000 — compliments of the Office Depot Foundation.
How: Visit cityofhope.org/officedepot |
| Sleep well knowing that you're supporting a good cause |
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For every Adopt-A-Sheep for the Fight Against Cancer Counting Sheep plush toy adopted through Dec. 31 through participating Serta mattress retailers or purchased online, Serta will donate a minimum of $1.50 to City of Hope to support cancer research, treatment and education.
How: Visit Serta's website to adopt or to find a retailer near you |
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