Cancer News
Discover the latest advancements in prevention, early detection, research, treatment, products and services for those affected by cancer and involved in treatment. This section includes organizations raising awareness and funds for cancer research, companies developing technology and medications for cancer treatment and legal and public policy announcements related to carcinogens and cancer care.
Endosoft Will Demonstrate EndoVault Oncology Live at ASCO 2015
Endosoft is pleased to be selected by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) to participate in a demonstration of electronic clinical information sharing, also known as interoperability, on Monday, June 1. IHE (Integrating the Healthcare Enterprise) is an initiative developed by... - May 16, 2015 - EndoSoft
Local Resident of 35 Years and Doc of 18 Years to Walk 39 Miles to End Breast Cancer
Local Rancho Palos Verde resident and Downey, CA doctor to Walk 39.3 Breast Cancer-Crushing Miles Set to Participate in Weekend-Long AVON 39 in Santa Barbara, CA on Sept 12-13th. Donna L. Wong, D.O., resident of Rancho Palos Verdes, and Family Physician of Downey, CA will join thousands of women... - May 10, 2015 - Donna L. Wong, D.O., Inc
Spring Gala – An Evening of Gratitude Benefited MemorialCare Breast Center at Saddleback Memorial
Nationally Recognized Breast Radiologist Gary Levine M.D. Welcomed as New Medical Director of MemorialCare Breast Centers - May 04, 2015 - Saddleback Memorial Medical Center
The Khader Center Celebrates Dina Khader's 25 Years Offering Outstanding Nutrition Consultation in Mt. Kisco, NY, USA
Commitment to Individualized, Integrated Nutrition has Helped Thousands to Better Health - May 01, 2015 - The Khader Group, Inc.
Changes on the Horizon at the Pathology Informatics Summit and 2nd World Congress on Pathology Informatics
Voicebrook to share enhanced Pathology patient reporting solutions. - May 01, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Karcinolys Announces the Formation of Pancrealys, Its New Pancreatic Cancer Division
Pancreatic cancer selected as first indication for Targeted HSV-1 derived oncolytic virus Myb34.5. - April 17, 2015 - Karcinolys
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Susan J. Littman, M.D.
Susan J. Littman, of Ambler, Pennsylvania, was recognized as a 2014 Professional of the Year by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Oncology. - April 17, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Judy C. Kneece, RN, OCN Honored with Inspiration Award
Judy C. Kneece, RN, OCN, was recently honored by the National Consortium of Breast Centers (NCBC) with the Inspiration Award during the 25th Annual Interdisciplinary Breast Center Conference held in Las Vegas, Nevada. The Inspiration Award was presented by Cary Kaufman, MD, FACS, Past-President of... - April 14, 2015 - EduCare
Voicebrook to Exhibit at APF Pathology Coding & Practice Management Seminar
Voicebrook to demonstrate accurate reporting tools that support billing for services. - April 07, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Brooklyn Queens Nursing Home Continues to Help Raise Awareness for Colorectal Cancer
Brooklyn Queens Nursing Home promotes colorectal awareness this month. Colorectal cancer is a deadly cancer that is responsible for the second most deaths from cancer. It is also the fourth most common cancer in the United States. We are all potential victims of colorectal cancer and it is... - April 03, 2015 - Brooklyn Queens Rehab
CytoTest and Uniformed Services University’s Center for Prostate Disease Research Enter Into CRADA to Advance Cancer Diagnosis and Prognosis
CytoTest Inc., the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), and The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) announced today that they have signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA). Under the terms of the CRADA,... - March 31, 2015 - CytoTest Inc.
FLAG Therapeutics Awarded a North Carolina Biotechnology Center Small Business Research Loan to Advance Its Lead Oncology Drug
FLAG Therapeutics Inc., a company focused on novel, bispecific oncology drugs, has received a $250,000 Small Business Research Loan (SRL) from the North Carolina Biotechnology Center. This capital will enable FLAG to pursue significant preclinical milestones to advance its lead bispecific... - March 27, 2015 - FLAG Therapeutics
New Variant of Thyroid Cancer Contributing to 20% Increase in Incidence Among Arab Patients
Early detection and management is the key to good prognosis for thyroid cancer. - March 25, 2015 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
Attach-N-Wrap Top 5 Hair Loss Head Coverings for Alopecia and Cancer Patients
Hair loss can be an intimidating time. You’ll be adjusting to the changes and deciding which steps to take. Some embrace their hair loss while some prefer to cover it up. If you’re choosing to cover the effects, there’s no right or wrong way to do so, but if you’re finding... - March 24, 2015 - Attach-N-Wrap
National Conference Puts Amish and Plain Community Members Center Stage
Community Members, Researchers, and Healthcare Practitioners Convene to Discuss Best Practices in Communications, Access, Delivery and Design - March 20, 2015 - Center for Appalachia Research in Cancer Education
Grow Your Mind with VoiceOver Solution at The United States and Canadian Academy of Pathology Annual Meeting
Voicebrook to demonstrate Pathology Reporting Solution at prestigious conference. - March 17, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
National Brain Tumor Society Statement on Harold Varmus, MD, Director of the National Cancer Institute and Nobel Laureate
Largest brain tumor nonprofit in the U.S. thanks Harold Varmus for his service and leadership. - March 14, 2015 - National Brain Tumor Society
Highland Pharms Announces New Product Launch of Highland Pharms CBD Hemp Oil and Vape Products
Highland Pharms announces the launch of their premium line of CBD Hemp oil products that are among the most affordable. Will be sold online exclusively at WellSpring CBD Oil and via brick and mortar locations including doctors' offices, vape shops, health salons and more. - March 05, 2015 - Highland Pharms CBD
Central New Jersey Kids Compete in T-Shirt Design Contest for Wings of Hope Event in Honor of National Cancer Survivors Day®
School Age kids design competition for two T-shirts worn by attendees of Wings of Hope event. Elementary age winning design appears on Youth T-Shirt. Middle School/High School winner appears on Adult T-shirt. Wings of Hope is a family friendly event on June 6th at Cancer Support Center of Central New Jersey in Bedminster and includes kid-friendly activities, Balloons and a Monarch Butterfly release all in honor of National Cancer Survivors Day. - March 01, 2015 - Cancer Support Community Central New Jersey
Regional Prevalence of Thyroid Cancer to be Addressed at 12th Annual Middle East Otolaryngology Conference & Exhibition
Congress dedicated to thyroid diseases, otolaryngology and endoscopic ear surgery in the Middle East - February 26, 2015 - Informa Life Sciences Exhibitions
America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals’ Member, Robert H. Schiestl, Ph.D. Has Been Honored with a Times Square, New York Appearance
For his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Higher Education-Pathology and Cancer Research, Robert H. Schiestl, PhD, of Encino, California, has been named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry. In addition, he has been honored with a Times Square, New York appearance by Strathmore’s Who’s Who. - February 25, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Strathmore’s Who’s Who Honors Robert Schiestl with Special Times Square Appearance
Robert Schiestl, of Encino, California has recently been recognized by Strathmore’s Who’s Who for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Higher Education-Pathology and Cancer Research. In honor of his accomplishments and professionalism, Dr. Schiestl‘s image was projected over Times Square, New York, on February 6th, 2015. - February 19, 2015 - Strathmore Who's Who
Florida Society of Pathologists Meeting Draws Industry Leading Vendors
Voicebrook to Exhibit VoiceOver Solution at 41st Annual Meeting. - February 11, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
I Will Survive, Inc. Continues to Grow
Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Saturday, April 18, 2015 11:00am – 3:00pm I Will Survive, Inc. 5879-D New Peachtree Rd. Doraville, GA, 30340 - February 01, 2015 - I Will Survive, Inc.
Celebrity Chef, TV Presenter and Cancer Survivor Hamlet Garcia Received the Ultimate Hair Makeover by Dr. Roy B. Stoller
Dr. Roy B. Stoller (www.roystoller.com), Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon, used a special technique and Artas Robot to give celebrity chef and cancer survivor Hamlet Garcia a total hair transformation. The process began with Dr. Roy B. Stoller scanning Hamlet Garcia's entire head for precise... - January 27, 2015 - Dr. Roy B. Stoller
Robert H. Schiestl, Ph.D., Has Been Named Professional of the Year 2015 by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
For his achievements and accomplishments in the field of Higher Education-Pathology and Cancer Research, Robert H. Schiestl, PhD, of Encino, California, America’s Registry has named him Professional of the Year 2015. - January 24, 2015 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Applied Spectral Imaging Receives FDA Clearance for GenASIs™ HiPath IHC Family for HER2, ER, PR and Ki67
FDA Clearance for GenASIs™ HiPath IHC Family for HER2, ER, PR and Ki67 - January 24, 2015 - Applied Spectral Imaging
Verix Reveals Pharma & Big Data Challenges and Predictions for 2015
Industry Leaders Share their Insights on What Mandatory Shakings are Required to Get the Market Rolling in Influencers Outlook. - January 20, 2015 - Verix
VoiceOver Solution to Exhibit at Texas Society of Pathologists Meeting
94th Annual Meeting Draws Leading Minds and Innovative Solutions - January 20, 2015 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Remarkably Renee Helps Launch Advanced Cancer Awareness Campaign, “Gonna BEAT This Thing”
Local jewelry designer, Renee Howard of Remarkably Renee, creates unique punk-retro fashion jewelry line to support and benefit YES, and raises awareness for those diagnosed with terminal cancer. - January 02, 2015 - Say YES to Hope
Gonna BEAT This Thing Advanced Cancer Awareness Campaign Launched by YES!
Local Stage IV Colorectal Cancer Survivor, Rachael Wall, Featured in "Gonna BEAT This Thing" Awareness Campaign Video to Inspire Those Living with Terminal Cancer. - December 29, 2014 - Say YES to Hope
Verix Highlights 12 of the Most Important Trends and Events That Influenced the Pharma Industry in 2014
2014 has witnessed innovative disruption in healthcare and life sciences industries. This, therefore, calls for celebration in honor of the value and contributions that healthcare companies and organizations have offered us this year. To recognize of these milestones that have impacted us in 2014, Verix has decided to share these 12 important events that played a role in Pharma industry in a number of ways. - December 29, 2014 - Verix
Ethan Jostad Foundation Gives Gift of Childhood Cancer Research
Non-Profit charity donates to pediatric cancer research for most difficult to treat childhood cancers. - December 20, 2014 - Ethan Jostad Foundation for Childhood Cancer
Clay Thrash Helps YES! Beat Liver Tumors Launch Awareness Campaign for Advanced Cancer
East Texas Native Country Singer and Songwriter, Clay Thrash, Composes “Gonna BEAT This Thing” to Emphasize Awareness Campaign and to Inspire Those Living with Terminal Cancer. - December 19, 2014 - Say YES to Hope
A Richly Illustrated Oral Cancer Surgery Manual
The surgical management and treatment of oral cancer is one of the greatest challenges for residents and fellows specializing in oral and maxillofacial surgery. The unique anatomy of the perioral region makes tumor ablation and surgical reconstruction particularly complex. "Oral Cancer... - December 19, 2014 - Thieme Publishers
YES! Launches Gonna BEAT This Thing to Bring Awareness to Advanced Cancer
Local Stage IV Melanoma Survivor, Melissa Hadley, Featured in “Gonna BEAT This Thing” Awareness Campaign Video to Inspire Those Living with Terminal Cancer - December 18, 2014 - Say YES to Hope
Tommie Sunshine Signs on to Play Multiple Dates on the Beats Drop Cancer 2015 Fundraising Tour
One of the hottest hashtags in electronic dance music is making its vision a reality, as #BeatsDropCancer gears up for their US Tour with EDM powerhouse Tommie Sunshine officially onboard for the cause! - December 16, 2014 - Electronic Music Alliance
South Nassau Communities Hospital Provides Free CT Scans for Participants of Cancer Screening Study
Participants selected for the study will receive two screening CT scans, done one year apart, free of charge. - December 14, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
EGFR Kit of AmoyDx, China, Supplier to MoBiTec, Germany, Ranks Top in 2014 Lung Cancer EMQN Report
The European Molecular Genetics Quality Network (EMQN) is an independent organization based in the UK that promotes improvement in the quality of genetic testing by ensuring that diagnostic molecular genetic laboratory test results are accurate, reliable, and comparable. - December 11, 2014 - MoBiTec GmbH
EndoSoft Develops Revolutionary Oncology Program with the Jewish General Hospital - Segal Cancer Center
EndoVault® Oncology is a first of its kind Electronic Health Record (EHR) designed specifically for Oncologists. - December 10, 2014 - EndoSoft
Opus Bio to License CD22 CAR T Cell Technology to Juno
Opus Bio, Inc., today announced that Juno Therapeutics, Inc. has entered into an agreement to obtain a license for the company’s CAR-T cell product candidate targeting CD22, a protein expressed on most B cell leukemias and lymphomas. The CD22-targeted CAR T cell product candidate was... - December 05, 2014 - Biomark Capital
Advanced Cancer Therapeutics’ PFK-158 Selected as One of Informa and Kantar Health 2014 Top 10 Most Interesting Oncology Projects to Watch
Advanced Cancer Therapeutics (ACT), a privately held company dedicated to bringing new anti-cancer therapies to market, has been chosen by Informa and Kantar Health as one of the “2014 Top 10 Most Interesting Oncology Projects to Watch” for its compound, PFK-158. PFK-158 is a small... - November 27, 2014 - Advanced Cancer Therapeutics
Logos Biosystems to License “Clarity™” Technology from Stanford University
A novel tissue clearing technology allows researchers to obtain optically transparent and macromolecular permeable brain tissue. - November 21, 2014 - Logos Biosystems, Inc
South Nassau Communities Hospital Receives $29,900 Gift in Support of Cancer Services for Underserved Women
This is the seventh consecutive year that LI2DAY has supported the program for a combined total of $203,400. - November 16, 2014 - Mount Sinai South Nassau
Charles E. Cox Has Recently Been Recognized by America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Charles E. Cox, of Tampa, Florida, has recently been recognized as the Bio of the Month for April 2015 in America’s Registry of Outstanding Professionals for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of Surgical Oncology. - November 08, 2014 - America's Registry of Outstanding Professionals
Local Organizations Team Up to Donate $26,000 to Children Fighting Cancer and Autism in the Central Valley
Central California organizations work together to raise $26,000 donating proceeds of their fundraiser to the Children's Hospital of Central California that treat children diagnosed with cancer and the Carlos Vieira Foundation that helps needy families living with autism. - November 06, 2014 - Carlos Vieira Foundation
Pathology Diagnostics Ltd Publish First White Paper in Series - The Use of Immunohistochemistry in Biomarker Research and Clinical Trials
The white paper, "The Use of Immunohistochemistry in Biomarker Research and Clinical Trials" is to be the first of a series of white papers published by Pathology Diagnostics over the next six months. - November 04, 2014 - Pathology Diagnostics Ltd
Join Us for a Morning of Hope and Awareness at the 7th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research
Join over a thousand runners, medical professionals, brain tumor survivors, families, friends, TV and movie stars at the 7th Annual Heroes of Hope Race for Brain Tumor Research Sunday morning, November 2, 2014 at Dockweiler State Beach, Playa Del Ray. The 5K/10K race, along with a Kids Fun Run, and... - October 24, 2014 - TBKF
Female Comics Band Together to Support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Houston’s hottest female comics join forces in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month (NBCAM). The show entitled “Men All Pause,” a play on the word “menopause,” refers to a period in a comedienne’s life where her talent peaks and she displays hot... - October 23, 2014 - Crystal Powell
Fertility Preservation Options for Cancer Patients Discussed at Renown Cancer Center
Renown Cancer Institute in Reno, NV was the setting for a presentation designed to promote education and extend access to fertility preservation services. ReproTech, Ltd., a cryobank specializing in long-term storage of human reproductive tissue (sperm, eggs, embryos and ovarian and testicular... - October 22, 2014 - ReproTech, LLC