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.
Tigerlily Foundation to Lead Historic Special Session on Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium
Tigerlily Foundation, a national breast cancer organization established by a Black, first-generation immigrant woman and patient-led organization will open the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS). Maimah Karmo, President and Founder of the Tigerlily Foundation, has set the stage for a new... - December 07, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
I Will Survive Celebrates 10 Years of Service
Join IWS for a unique Live experience with community leaders, health demos, art and speakers. - December 07, 2020 - I Will Survive, Inc.
Tigerlily Foundation to Lead Historic Special Session on Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership at the 2020 San Antonio Breast Cancer Virtual Symposium
Tigerlily Foundation co-hosts this historic special session in collaboration with the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), titled Setting the Stage for Health Equity, Collaboration and Partnership, on December 8, 2020, to discuss continued collaborative action towards health equity in breast cancer care, at SABCS 2020. The event is designed to foster transformational dialogue and lead to specific strategies to end barriers at every level of healthcare for people of color. - December 05, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Cancer Expert Now Named One of 2020's Most Innovative Healthcare Companies
Cancer Expert Now is proud to be recognized as one of the most innovative companies in healthcare, according to the “2020 Inaugural List of Most Innovative Companies in Healthcare.” - November 25, 2020 - Cancer Expert Now, Inc.
The US Oncology Network Warns Administration’s Most Favored Nation Model Will Disrupt Patient Access to Cancer Treatments
Interim Final Rule would disproportionately target oncologists and reduce patient access to current and future treatments. - November 24, 2020 - The US Oncology Network
Intelliversity Announces Project Jericho
An example of “health-care diplomacy” at work - November 23, 2020 - Intelliversity
Black Book™ Moves ZyDocⓇ to #2 in Medical Transcription Clinical Services and #6 Transcription Software Solution Vendor of 2020
ZyDoc was ranked second in medical transcription services and sixth for their TrackDoc Connect enterprise cloud transcription platform in the 2020 Black Book™ Market Research vendors survey by 203 hospitals and 2,263 physician practices. - November 16, 2020 - ZyDoc
Financial Connection to Breast Cancer - All Women Financial Firm, Urban Wealth Management Assists Women
Researchers have connected the term "financial toxicity" to breast cancer. And while the energy of the woman diagnosed with breast cancer should be on healing and taking care of herself; life can spiral out of control and money is the root cause. Urban Wealth Management, an All Woman Financial Firm in Los Angeles is assisting women in getting their financial life in gear and focus on healing and living the life they desire and deserve. - October 30, 2020 - Urban Wealth Management
Artificial Intelligence Search Technology Will be Used to Help Modernize US Federal Pathology Facility
Technology developed by Canadian researchers has been adopted by the Joint Pathology Center (JPC), which has the world’s largest collection of preserved human tissue samples. The v=center will use an artificial intelligence (AI) search engine to index and search its digital archive as part of a modernization effort. The image search engine was designed by researchers at the Laboratory for Knowledge Inference in Medical Image Analysis (Kimia Lab) at the University of Waterloo. - October 28, 2020 - Kimia Lab, University of Waterloo
Be the Difference Foundation Presents the Second Annual Runway for Hope Fashion Show, Online This Year, Benefiting Mary Crowley Cancer Research
This exciting fashion show goes virtual, featuring ovarian cancer survivors styled by popular fashion influencers in an engaging story format. - October 23, 2020 - Be the Difference Foundation
Double Heart and Kidney Transplant Recipient Reveals Secrets to Survival During Difficult Times in New Book
At a time when people are struggling with uncertainty and disharmony in their daily lives, along comes a story of against-the-odds survival and hope. "Roasting Karma" is a memoir about resilience and strength in the face of repeated trials which also includes the loss of two spouses to breast cancer. - October 23, 2020 - Healing Digest Ltd.
Volasertib, a Potential New Treatment for Rhabdomyosarcoma, Receives Orphan Drug Designation from the U.S. FDA
Oncoheroes Biosciences, a biotech focused on advancing new therapies for childhood cancer, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) to volasertib for its use in treating pediatric rhabdomyosarcoma and other rare soft tissue sarcomas. Key... - October 15, 2020 - Oncoheroes Biosciences Inc.
Tigerlily Foundation Launches the "My Life is My Legacy" Hero Campaign
Tigerlily Foundation launches the “My Life is My Legacy” Hero campaign to highlight the various ways individuals are impacted by metastatic breast cancer (mBC) and to increase education and awareness in young women. - October 13, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
XECAN Announces Its "Touchless" Facial Recognition Technology Can Identify and Verify Patients with or Without Masks on
Patients can be checked in and verified against the EMR system using facial recognition even if the patients have their masks on. - October 07, 2020 - XECAN
Tonia DeCosimo is Thrilled About the Release of the Fall 2020 Issue of P.O.W.E.R. Magazine Dedicated to Women Who Are Fighting Cancer
Tonia DeCosimo, founder and editor-in-chief of P.O.W.E.R. and P.O.W.E.R. Magazine is thrilled to announce the release of the fall 2020 issue dedicated to women who are battling cancer and the cancer warriors who have fought and won against this disease. The Professional Organization of Women of... - October 07, 2020 - P.O.W.E.R. Professional Organization of Women of Excellence Recognized
The Brooklyn Cancer Center Welcomes Asmat Ullah, MD
The Brooklyn Cancer Center is pleased to announce Asmat Ullah, MD has joined the team of physicians. Dr. Ullah is a board-certified hematologist and medical oncologist who will be practicing at 121 Dekalb Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Growing up in a small town in Pakistan, Dr. Ullah saw many sick... - October 06, 2020 - The Brooklyn Cancer Center
Store Here Self Storage Donates to Huntsman Cancer Institute
Store Here Self Storage will be raising awareness for women's cancer research during the month of October by donating to Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) at the University of Utah throughout the month. "Along with donating to cancer research we will be highlighting HCI and it's patients by... - October 03, 2020 - Store Here Self Storage
Hemanext to Present New Red Blood Cell Research Data at AABB 2020
Four abstracts add to the growing body of evidence supporting hypoxic storage of RBCs. - September 29, 2020 - Hemanext
FDA Grants Rare Pediatric Disease Designation (RPDD) to Volasertib for Rhabdomyosarcoma
Oncoheroes Biosciences, a biotech focused on advancing new therapies for childhood cancer, is pleased to announce that the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted the designation of rare pediatric disease to volasertib, an investigational treatment for rhabdomyosarcoma. Key... - September 25, 2020 - Oncoheroes Biosciences Inc.
90,000 Younger Americans Will be Diagnosed with Cancer Reports Critical Illness Insurance Association
Nearly 90,000 Americans between ages 15 and 39 will be diagnosed with cancer this year according to information shared today by the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance (AACII). Some 90 percent will survive although the report shares that more than 9,200 will die. "Cancer is... - September 23, 2020 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance
Tigerlily Foundation Partners with Pfizer on #InclusionPledge to Eliminate Disparities for Black Women Living with Breast Cancer
Tigerlily Foundation announced today that Pfizer, Inc. has joined the #InclusionPledge – an unprecedented initiative focused on diversity, inclusion, and eliminating disparities for Black women living with breast cancer. The #InclusionPledge provides a transparent and tangible framework across multiple healthcare sectors to identify and track equitable actions that will result in measurable and improved outcomes for women of color facing a breast cancer diagnosis. - September 16, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Mary Susan McDevitt, RN, BSN Recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Mary Susan McDevitt, RN, BSN of Sarasota, Florida has been recognized as a Professional of the Year for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding achievements and contributions for over 40 years in the fields of healthcare, oncology nursing, grant writing and... - September 10, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Richard W. Bank, M.D. Recognized as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide
Richard W. Bank, M.D. of Beverly Hills, California has been recognized as a VIP Member for 2020 by Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements for over 40 years in the field of surgical oncology and as a Portfolio Manager of a dedicated... - September 09, 2020 - Strathmore Worldwide
Female Urologist Joins New York Health
New York Health (NY Health) is pleased to announce that Lauren B. Schulz, D.O., has joined its practice. Through a multi-specialty network of physicians, NY Health is one of the leading community healthcare practices treating a wide range of conditions. The NY Health Center for Urology features... - September 01, 2020 - New York Health
New York Health Welcomes Family Practice Physician
New York Health (NYHealth) is proud to announce that board-certified family practice physician, Michael J. DiGiovanna D.O., CPI will be joining its team of dedicated physicians. Dr. DiGiovanna will be practicing at 1061 North Broadway, Second Floor, North Massapequa, NY... - September 01, 2020 - New York Health
New York Breast Health Welcomes New Board-Certified Surgeon
New York Breast Health is pleased to announce that Susan Palleschi, MD, FACS has joined the multi-specialty practice. Dr. Palleschi is a board-certified surgeon who specializes in diseases and surgery of the breast. She will be practicing at 1010 Northern Blvd, Suite 102, Great Neck, NY,... - August 03, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
NYCBS Becomes the First Community Cancer Center to Administer Lu-177 in New York State
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) announced today that it is the first community practice in New York State to administer Lu-177 therapy (Lutathera): the first radioactive drug approved for targeted treatment for patients with neuroendocrine tumors... - July 24, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium Teams with Tigerlily Foundation for #InclusionPledge to Ensure Equity for Black Women
Largest scientific conference dedicated solely to breast cancer research and treatment takes #InclusionPledge to improve healthcare equity and access for women of color - July 21, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
CONNECT Oncology Navigation Software Now Includes Online Distress Assessments
Nursenav’s cloud-based oncology navigation platform, CONNECT, was recently upgraded to include the ability for oncology navigators to administer psychosocial distress assessments to their patients online. This enhancement supports the ACoS Commission on Cancer (CoC) requirement for accredited... - July 21, 2020 - Nursenav
OneOncology Appoints Dr. John Fox Medical Director for Managed Care
OneOncology, the national partnership of independent oncology practices, today appointed John Fox, MD as Medical Director, Managed Care. In his role, Fox will work with OneOncology partner practices to develop, evolve and maintain value-based contracts with commercial and public payers. “As... - July 20, 2020 - OneOncology
K-Ras Insights and All Advancement by Miratis, Amgen, Cardiff Oncology and so Forth Competitive Scene and Market Forecast from 2020-2030 by Mellalta Meets
Kirsten rat sarcoma viral oncogene homolog (KRAS) mutation may directly influence medical decisions in patients with carcinomas as demonstrated by the recent research. Despite its discovery over three decades ago, it’s remained elusive as a drug target, although several downstream mediators... - July 16, 2020 - Mellalta Meets
Argus® Offers 3-Month Free Trial on Polyp Detection and Sizing Artificial Intelligence Gastroenterology Technology
Argus®, the only AI decision support technology that assists clinicians in the detection and sizing of polyps during colonoscopy procedures, has announced a 3-month free trial of their solution. This free trial offers a unique chance to compare detection rates and sizing with and without the assistance of AI. - July 09, 2020 - EndoSoft
The Compression Closet Expands Inventory, Furthering Its Commitment to Supporting Lymphedema Patients
Your therapist choice in compression garments for lymphedema increases inventory, offers multiple new compression garments. - July 08, 2020 - The Compression Closet
New York Health Welcomes Nephrologist to Practice
New York Health is pleased to announce Badamkhand Baatarkhuu, MD has joined their nephrology team and will be practicing at 2500 NY-347 #14a, Stony Brook, NY 11790. nyhealth.com/new-york-health-welcomes-nephrologist-to-practice/ Dr. Baatarkhuu has a special interest in peritoneal dialysis,... - July 07, 2020 - New York Health
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Named to the Fortune/IBM Watson Health(TM) 100 Top Hospitals List
Hospital also among only 20 hospitals nationally to earn the Everest Award. - July 01, 2020 - Swedish Medical Center
Stanford Hospital Accused of Alleged $468 Million Dollar Healthcare Billing Fraud; DOJ Filed its Second Statement of Interest in Federal Court
The Department of Justice just filed a “Statement of Interest” in Federal Court in support of the false claims action (“FCA”) against Stanford Health Care (formerly Stanford Hospitals & Clinics). The case is captioned United States vs. Stanford et. al. The Complaint alleges Stanford engaged in government fraud in excess of $468 Million Dollars. - June 19, 2020 - GJLaw
HCA Healthcare/HealthONE’s Swedish Medical Center Introduces Minimally Invasive Robotic Tool for Lung Biopsy Procedures
Swedish is the first hospital in Colorado to offer robotic assisted technology that will help detect lung cancer earlier and improve outcomes. - June 13, 2020 - Swedish Medical Center
National Patient Advocacy Organizations Band Together for #InclusionPledge to Ensure Equity for Black Women
National breast cancer patient advocacy organizations frustrated by the lack of measurable action taken to improve healthcare equity and access for women of color, come together to sign the #InclusionPledge. - June 11, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
Thalassaemia International Federation and Hemanext® Inc. Announce New Strategic Alliance
Organizations create partnership to support the needs of people living with hemoglobin disorders. - June 11, 2020 - Hemanext
New Jersey Cancer & Blood Specialists Expand Access to High-Quality Cancer Care in Bergen County
The Practice is the Latest to Join the National OneOncology Network of Independent Oncologists. - June 09, 2020 - New Jersey Cancer & Blood Specialists
New Jersey Cancer & Blood Specialists Welcomes Giuseppe Condemi, MD, Ph.D.
New Jersey Cancer & Blood Specialists is pleased to announce Giuseppe Condemi, MD, Ph.D. has joined the practice. Dr. Condemi has been a hematologist and medical oncologist for over twenty years. He will be practicing at locations in Hackensack and Rutherford. Dr. Condemi recently received FDA... - June 09, 2020 - New Jersey Cancer & Blood Specialists
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists Opens New Comprehensive Cancer Center in East Patchogue
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) opened its newest comprehensive cancer center at 365 E Main St. Patchogue, NY 11772 on Monday, June 1. Located in East Patchogue, the comprehensive cancer center will be the first in the community to provide the most advanced care on the south... - June 04, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Dr. Goldberg Joins Manhattan Cancer Associates
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is pleased to announce Arthur I. Goldberg, M.D., FACP has joined the team of city physicians. Dr. Goldberg is a board-certified medical oncologist who will be practicing at Manhattan Cancer Associates located at 945 5th Ave, New York, NY 10021. Dr. - June 02, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Niculae Ciobanu, MD, FACP Joins Manhattan Cancer Associates
New York Cancer & Blood Specialists (NYCBS) is pleased to announce Niculae Ciobanu, MD, FACP, has joined its team of city physicians. Dr. Ciobanu is board certified in internal medicine, hematology, and oncology. He will be practicing at the Manhattan Cancer Associates at 945 5th Ave, New York,... - June 02, 2020 - New York Cancer & Blood Specialists
Cost of Cancer Care Reported by Critical Illness Insurance Association
Americans will spend over $150 billion this year on cancer care according to the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance (AACII). "With all attention focused on Covid-19 we are forgetting that every day another 5,000 people hear the dreaded words you have cancer," states... - May 28, 2020 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance
Nationally Regarded Melanoma Research Advocate and Founder, President of AIM at Melanoma, Val Guild, Dies
It is with profound sadness that AIM at Melanoma announces the death of its Founder and President, Valerie Guild, on May 21, 2020 from complications of ovarian cancer. “Val was an inspiration and visionary leader, for our staff, the research community, and countless patients and families in... - May 24, 2020 - AIM at Melanoma Foundation
Tigerlily Foundation Will Host Virtual #ListenUpMBC Confab on Young Women’s Metastatic Breast Cancer Disparities During Women’s Health Month
Three Day Event Convenes Patient Advocates, Healthcare Providers, Scientists, Policymakers, Industry Leaders, Faith and Grassroots Organizations and Influencers for a National Conversation to eliminate the disparity gap and Improve the Health Outcomes of African American Women. - May 21, 2020 - Tigerlily Foundation
U.S. Women Benefit from World's Top Breast Cancer Survival Rate Reports AACII
The five-year survival rate following a breast cancer diagnosis is highest for U.S. women according to data shared by the American Association for Critical Illness Insurance (AACII). "Over 276,400 women in the United States will be diagnosed with invasive breast cancer this year," states... - May 20, 2020 - American Association for Critical Illness Insurance
Voicebrook Releases Free Web-Based Reporting Tool to Support Pathology Professionals
Voicebrook, the leading provider of speech recognition and reporting solutions for pathology, announced the release of a free web-based reporting tool to support pathology professionals. Report Builder LITE offers an easy-to-use set of standardized pathology gross templates that can be used with... - May 07, 2020 - Voicebrook, Inc.
Putting Patients First: IVI Launches Patient Advisory Council
Seven High-Profile Patient Engagement Leaders to Advise Nonprofit on its Patient-Focused Research Agenda - May 06, 2020 - Innovation and Value Initiative