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Volume 7, Issue 8 - August 26, 2008

Featured Story

		A drop in a bucket
		Researchers have developed a new test that vastly improves detection of one of the most lethal poisons known. The method is extremely sensitive, and it even may help transplant patients.

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The knock-out blow
A well-known drug can hold leukemia at bay, but a physician researcher hopes to finish the job by adding a new drug to the fray.

People power
Cancer advocates are taking their case to policymakers. The goals: improve laws protecting health and increase funds for cancer research.

In the pink
A new radio channel is broadcasting the word about women’s cancers. Find out where to tune in.

Web surfers take note
City of Hope recently launched its redesigned Web site. Here’s what’s new and better.

Did you know?

Teenagers who begin smoking often try to quit, unsuccessfully. According to a recent study in the American Journal of Public Health, many teen smokers try to break the habit within two and a half months of the first puff, but their growing cravings, withdrawal symptoms and tolerance work against them. Over time, they gradually increase their frequency of smoking — growing to monthly within nine months, and every day within less than two years. Many find themselves helpless to quit. Study researchers hope that by understanding the addiction process, they can determine the best way to help kids break the habit before it gets out of control.

Upcoming Events

Ask the Experts — Milestones in Myeloma		More info >>
The discussion will focus on the latest developments in research and treatment for multiple myeloma. A light dinner is included. Speakers: Amrita Krishan, M.D., and Wendy Cortez, R.N., City of Hope Sponsors: City of Hope and The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Location: Platt Conference Center, City of Hope campus in Duarte, Calif. Date and time: 6 to 7:30 p.m., Sept. 18 R.S.V.P. and info: 800-535-1390, ext. 65669

Walk for Hope to Cure Breast Cancer		More info >>
Step it up! Registration has opened for all 2008 Walk for Hope event sites, including the Philadelphia metro area on Sept. 28, San Francisco, Seattle, Phoenix, Chicago and Washington, D.C. in October, and Los Angeles on Nov. 9. Can’t make it to an event? Be a virtual walker. Locations: Justin Herman Plaza in San Francisco, Warren G. Magnuson Park in Seattle, Salt River Project in Tempe, Ariz., Gallery Park at the Glen in Glenview, Ill., Cabin John Regional Park in Potomac, Md., and the City of Hope campus in Duarte, Calif. Date and times: Vary by site

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