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Notable News August 2020

August 25, 2020 in /by

Just when you think science can’t get any cooler, researchers figure out a way to learn more about cancer from dinosaurs. Yes, dinosaurs! Researchers have also found that fewer people are dying from lung cancer, and that the more they learn about immunotherapy the better. There is also a new study warning of a potential […]

Turning Your Home Into a Sanctuary

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In Five Simple Steps These days, whether you’re spending more time there or you need a place to unwind after a long day, you need to feel like your home is your happy place. With the help of a few simple tips you can turn your home into your very own sanctuary. 1. Define your […]

Notable News July 2020

July 27, 2020 in , /by

It seems like everyone is talking about the Broadway musical Hamilton this month, so let’s take a cue from A.Ham himself and rise up because sitting is proving, yet again, to not be so good for us. Also, not good yet again? Covid-19. It’s especially not good for people with cancer. What is good? Advances in cancer treatment and […]

June 2020 Notable News

June 26, 2020 in , /by

It’s officially summer so grab a cup of coffee and soak up some vitamin D because this month we learn that both of those things can help prevent cancer. We also learn about the recall of a popular drug and the approval of some others. In addition, there’s a new blood test to diagnose liver […]

Notable News: May 2020

May 26, 2020 in , /by

Just in time for summer, there are a couple of compelling reminders of why we should all be exercising more. There’s also a new map for breast cancer, and a new vaccine that we’ve all been hoping for. No, not the one for Covid-19, but this one is equally important. Oh, and, speaking of infectious […]

Notable News – April 2020

April 27, 2020 in , /by

The novel coronavirus continues to dominate the news and affect just about everyone, but it’s not the only news this month. There’s a newly approved drug to treat breast cancer, some pretty cool bacteria in your gut, and a potential way to turn off cancer. We’ll get to all the good stuff but, we can’t […]

Survivors Living Strong

April 22, 2020 in /by

About a decade ago, as a member of her local YMCA, Jennifer Buckwalter happened to notice a group of people wearing matching t-shirts. She’d watch them use the equipment and go to group classes together. She was intrigued. Sometime later Buckwalter became a spin instructor at the Y and she learned the group she’d been […]

Notable News: March 2020

March 23, 2020 in /by

It’s impossible to ignore that we are in the midst of a global health crisis. We are learning about social distancing and flattening the curve. Kids are home from school, people are home from work, and there are new uncertainties every day. What is certain, is that there are preventive measures that everyone can take, […]

Notable News February 2020

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February may be a short month, but there is no shortage of new and exciting cancer research and treatment news. Could cervical cancer be eliminated for good? Are prebiotics the key to stopping melanoma? Well, take a bite of asparagus and read on to find out. Vegetables are always an option for healthy eating, but […]

Notable News January 2020

January 27, 2020 in , /by

From our own immune systems to turmeric, researchers are searching just about everywhere to help put a stop to cancer. The possibilities are endless and the advancements are remarkable. A new treatment or a cure could be anywhere. And, acupuncture can help, too! It turns out that acupuncture could be the solution to a particularly […]

Notable News: December 2019

December 16, 2019 in , /by

While 2019 is nearing its end, there are all kinds of new beginnings in cancer research. Scientists are finding new and exciting discoveries that could lead to fine-tuned cancer treatments specific to each person, each type of cancer, and each response the body has to treatment. Using tropical flowers, mitochondria, and an off switch for […]

Notable News November 2019

November 25, 2019 in /by

If your November was feeling hairier than normal, you or someone in your life may have been participating in No Shave November. Participants in the no-shave.org cancer awareness program stop normal shaving and grooming and donate the money they would have spent to combat hair to combat cancer instead. No Shave November has been around awhile, but […]

Notable News – October 2019

October 28, 2019 in /by

Boo! It’s October, the month of all things frightful, tricks and treats, and dressing up in superhero costume. In the news this month, there’s a super scary shortage of medication that could be a nightmare for some kids, researchers may have some tricks up their sleeves to combat chemo brain, a former NFL player is […]

Notable News September 2019

September 30, 2019 in /by

September wraps up a big month of cancer awareness. It is the awareness month for childhood cancer, gynecologic cancer, leukemia and lymphoma, ovarian cancer, prostate cancer, and thyroid cancer. Awareness days bring people together to provide educational and fundraising opportunities, and they can help shine a brighter light on the need for funding and research. […]

Notable News July 2019

July 31, 2019 in , /by

So much for the dog days of Summer. July was a super active Notable News month full of information. There are risks and recalls to be aware of, along with some very encouraging news about exciting new research and treatments. So, while you may not want to hear that you should probably consider getting a […]