Posts Tagged Treatment
Thyroid Cancer Basics
Thyroid cancer is the single most common endocrine cancer and the most curable. If diagnosed before it spreads, thyroid cancer has a 97 % five year survival rate.
Per The American Cancer Society: 2008 about 37,340 new cases of thyroid cancer will be diagnosed in the United States. Of those, about 28,410 will occur in women, and 8,930 in men. A three to one ratio. AND…nearly 2 out of 3 cases are found in people between the ages of 20 and 55.
Friday Cancer News, June 20, 2008
Upcoming Cancer Events
The 2008 Kaleidoscope of Hope Golf Classic to raise funds for ovarian cancer research.
Announcing the First Annual Kaleidoscope of Hope Golf Classic to be held on June 30, 2008 at the Brooklake CountryClub in Florham Park, New Jersey. The honored guest will be Val Skinner, a six-time winner on the Ladies Professional Golf Association Tour, and currently a golf analyst for CBS Sports and the Golf Channel. Val has been a successful advocate for many years, raising money for The Cancer Institute of New Jersey and her Life Foundation.The Kaleidoscope of Hope Foundation is a non-profit organization founded in 2000 by three ovarian cancer survivors, and is dedicated to raising funds for ovarian cancer research and increasing awareness of the symptoms of this silent disease.
Team Sarcoma Initiatives
12-20 July 2008, worldwide. The 2008 Team Sarcoma Initiative is an internationally coordinated set of events to raise awareness of sarcoma and raise funds to support sarcoma research, clinical trials, and patient and family services. The 2008 Initiative consists of the “core” Team Sarcoma Bike Tour (which will be held in Germany and Austria biking along the Danube River from Passau, Germany to Vienna, Austria during 12-19 July 2008) and various local Team Sarcoma events that will be held worldwide during the same week. For more information visit the Team Sarcoma Initiatives web page to find an event near you.
Climb to Fight Breast Cancer Ventures!
Mt. Adams, Mt. Baker, Mt. Hood, Mt. Rainier, Mt. Kilimanjaro, Mt. Elbrus, Volcanoes of Mexico.
“Annually, outdoor enthusiasts join together in honor or memory of loved ones who have battled breast cancer, to ascend some of the world’s most breathtaking peaks.”
The climbs begin in July and end in November. Visit the site, to re-register, register or donate.
Friday Cancer News, June 6, 2008
Friday again.
Perhaps the most exciting cancer news comes out of M.D. Anderson regarding Metformin and cancer response. Metformin is the most common drug prescribed for Type 2 diabetes. It was observed that patients using Metformin had a lower cancer incidence. Findings are preliminary and M.D. Anderson will soon begin a clinical trial with Metformin and hormonal therapy studying metastatic breast cancer patients who are obese. Read the complete article at Science Daily.
Is Nausea and Vomiting an Expected Side Effect of Treatment?
Next to alopecia, anticipation of nausea and vomiting is one of the biggest anxiety factors for cancer patients. And in fact– Anticipatory Nausea and Vomiting (ANV) is a phenomenon that reportedly occurs in 32% of all cancer patients. Nausea and vomiting related to chemotherapy is classified as acute: occurring within 24 hours of treatment, or delayed: occurring after 24 hours
Per the National Cancer Institute, the potential for nausea and vomiting increase if the patient: More →
Friday Cancer News, May 30, 2008
Friday. Friday. Friday is my favorite day.
Cancer Events:
Marie Curie Cancer Care is sponsoring the Skimmington Castle Bike Ride. “An exciting fun filled cycle challenge, Saturday, June 7 in the beautiful surroundings of the Surrey countryside.Cyclists will set off from the Skimmington Castle public House in Reigate, either on the 47.5 mile route, for those who fancy a challenge, or the 16.5 mile route for those who feel they’d like the day to take a more leisurely pace.
Once you have completed the bike ride you will end up back at the Skimmington Castle pub for a chance to exchange stories over a well earned drink.”
Father’s Day Ride and Stride. Sunday June 15, Pittsburgh Pennsylvania.
“This Father’s Day, honor Dad and support the fight against prostate cancer. Bring your family and enjoy a morning of fun at beautiful North Park, while supporting Pittsburgh’s leading organizations in the fight to defeat prostate cancer— the Allegheny General Prostate Center and the Western Pennsylvania Prostate Cancer Foundation (WPPCF). This event will include a 25K, 50K and 100K bike ride and a 2 mile fun walk. Choose either as your weapon to fight against prostate cancer and a way to celebrate Father’s Day with loved ones. We’re taking aim against this deadly disease.”
Pancreatic Cancer
The pancreas is considered a glandular organ. It is about 7 inches by 1.5 inches in size. It lies under the stomach and at the beginning of the small intestine, and functions as an exocrine organ by producing fluids for digesting food. It functions as an endocrine organ as it releases hormones. When released into the blood stream, these hormones regulate our glucose levels (insulin and glucagon).
Pancreatic cancer is a cancerous tumor that occurs in the tissues of this gland/organ.
Friday Cancer News, May 23, 2008
Another Friday!!
Here’s what’s going on in the world:
The Canadian Cancer Society Relay for Life. Celebrate. Remember. Fight Back. “Relay is fun, fulfilling, and your participation gives strength to our mission to eradicate cancer. Walk with us in this inspirational 12-hour overnight event as we come together and fight to make cancer history. ”
Buy a luminary for five dollars, before or after the event. ” Luminaries are candles that are placed in special bags that bear the names of cancer survivors and loved ones who have lost their battle with cancer. ”
Relay events are scheduled beginning May, 30th. Go to the site to find one near you and to register to participate or volunteer.
Friday Cancer News, May 16, 2008
CURE: The Infinite Power of One.
Your $1 has the infinite power to change the face of cancer.
“What if you had the power to make a difference for someone facing cancer? What if you could help speed progress on life-saving treatments and protocols? What if you could help prevent millions from ever experiencing cancer in the first place?
By donating just $1, you can help accelerate cures for cancer. The Cancer Research Alliance brings 12 of the best cancer centers in the world together to raise much needed funding for research that can change the face of cancer forever. We will give your donation infinite power by adding it to all the other dollars we generate. This money will then be used to speed progress on treatments that are less invasive, more targeted and more powerful.”
Help us make this time of year, between Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, a time of hope for families everywhere. Because change starts right here with the infinite power of you.”
The ACS CAN Fight Back Express! ” In 2008, the ACS CAN Bus will travel across the country, stopping in hundreds of communities to build the movement to make cancer issues a national priority. ACS CAN will bring the stories of cancer patients, survivors and friends to the presidential candidates to make cancer a priority issue in their administration. The ACS CAN, is the nonprofit, nonpartisan advocacy partner of the American Cancer Society. Join the fight, by purchasing miles!
In May 2008, leading right up to the presidential election, The ACS CAN Fight Back Express will hit the road to highlight cancer issues for candidates.
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea. May 22, 2008
“Thursday 22 May is the official date of Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea 2008, but you can host a morning tea anytime in May in your office, home, school or community centre to raise money for cancer research, education and support services.” This even is sponsored by The Cancer Council Australia. More →
Tina Radcliffe spent ten years as a Oncology Certified R.N. working with in-patients on oncology and med-surg units. She also has a background in home health and geriatrics. Her other experiences include ... .. 
