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Project LEAD Institute 2018
FeaturedLocation: Estancia La Jolla Hotel 9700 N Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA, United StatesThe Project LEAD® Institute is a six-day intensive science course for breast cancer advocates covering the basics of cancer biology, genetics, epidemiology, research design and advocacy. This course provides a foundation of scientific knowledge upon which participants can strengthen and empower themselves as activists. Taught by a renowned research faculty, this is a unique opportunity... Continue Reading →
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Running on Empty: Fed Up With Fatigue
BWI Airport Marriott 1743 West Nursery Road, Linthicum, MD, United StatesCancer-related fatigue can take a toll on every aspect of your life – your mind, body and lifestyle. Seeing friends and family do the things you enjoy in life or in social media posts can make living with fatigue even more distressing because you may feel left out or isolated. Unlike day-to-day exhaustion, cancer-related fatigue... Continue Reading →
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Living Well with Advanced Breast Cancer
Longaberger Alumni House 2400 Olentangy River Road, Columbus, OH, United StatesJoin experts from the Stefanie Spielman Comprehensive Breast Center for a special presentation specifically for those with metastatic breast cancer (stage 4) and their caregivers. The agenda will include an update on novel therapies and clinical trials for advanced breast cancer. A variety of sessions will be offered this year including one just for caregivers. ... Continue Reading →
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Bay Area Metastatic Breast Cancer Symposium
Alta Bates Campus 2450 Ashby Ave., Berkeley, CA, United StatesAre you a metastatic breast cancer patient or close to someone who is? Join us for an informative and inspiring program. Learn about new and future treatments, how to navigate in the clinical trial jungle, how to live with metastatic disease, how you can help to make a difference, and meet and connect with others... Continue Reading →
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Balancing Work & Cancer Workshop
Libbie Mill Library 2100 Libboe Lake East St., Henrico, VA, United StatesThis FREEÂ workshop for patients, survivors, caregivers and healthcare professionals addresses the practical and legal challenges of work, insurance and finances after a cancer diagnosis. Topics Disclosure Working through diagnosis Job search Taking time off Health insurance options
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FDA Public Workshop: Partners in Progress 2018 – Cancer Patient Advocates & FDA
FDA White Oak Campus Building 31, Room 1503 (B and C), 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesThe FDA Oncology Center of Excellence will hold its second annual educational workshop for new cancer patient advocates, Partners in Progress: Cancer Patient Advocates and FDA. The objectives are to... Continue Reading →
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Balancing Work & Cancer Workshop
The Breast & GYN Cancer Pavilion 500 Rue De la Vie, Baton Rouge, LA, United StatesThis FREEÂ workshop for patients, survivors, caregivers and healthcare professionals addresses the practical and legal challenges of work, insurance and finances after a cancer diagnosis. Topics: Disclosure Working through diagnosis Job search Taking time off Health insurance options
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Enhancing the Incorporation of Patient Perspectives in Clinical Trials
FeaturedTommy Douglas Conference Center 10000 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesPlease register below to attend Clinical Trials Transformation Initiative (CTTI) and the FDA’s Public Workshop on Patient Engagement in Clinical Trials on March 18. Registration to attend in person is free and based on space availability, with priority given to early registrants. An option to watch the workshop live via webcast is also available. The... Continue Reading →
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FDA-NBTS Public Workshop: Product Development for CNS Metastases
FeaturedFDA White Oak Campus Building 31, Room 1503 (B and C), 10903 New Hampshire Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesBackground: There is a paucity of effective treatments for patients with central nervous system (CNS) metastases. Moreover, there are few clinical trials and a need for more attention to this high unmet medical need. One impediment to product development for CNS metastases is uncertainty on the optimal clinical trial endpoints and study designs for evaluating... Continue Reading →
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Closing The Rural Cancer Care Gap
The National Press Club 529 14th Street NW, 13th Floor, Washington, DC, United StatesToday, Americans diagnosed with cancer in rural areas face greater challenges in accessing cancer care, and as a result, they generally have worse outcomes than their urban and suburban counterparts. According to recent data: Americans in rural areas have higher death rates for multiple common cancers – including lung, colorectal, prostate and cervical – than... Continue Reading →