Volume 9, Issue 7 - July 22, 2010

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Volume 9, Issue 7 - July 22, 2010

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		Keeping the heart from hurt
		Research has lifted childhood cancer survival from 20 percent to more than 80 percent in the last three decades. Now physicians can focus on life after cancer for many young adults, and that sometimes turns complicated: Survivors are at risk for long-term side effects of treatment, including heart disease. New City of Hope research might put that in the past, as well.

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My robot ally
In movies they’re sometimes unfeeling or even dangerous, but robots can be a cancer patient’s best friend. They can reduce side effects and recovery time, and research again shows they can be just as effective as old-school methods.

These guys know JAK
Researchers are always on high alert for new targets they can use to defeat cancer. A recent finding involving a drug aimed at blood disorders points to a promising new point of attack.

U.S. News ranks City of Hope as one of America’s best
City of Hope once again makes the grade. We’re among the top 20 cancer centers in the nation according to U.S.News & World Report’s 2010-11 Best Hospitals rankings.

Step up to the plate
You could win a trip for two to the 2010 MLB World Series. It’s fun. It’s easy. And it could make a big difference in the quest to find a cure.

Did you know?

The number of Americans with diabetes will nearly double by 2034. According to researchers, the growing incidence of obesity coupled with an aging population (age is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes) could push the number of Americans with diabetes to 44 million over the next 25 years. And spending on the disease will nearly triple, to more than $330 billion per year. They can’t do much about aging, but experts agree that getting a handle on obesity will be key to avoiding what may become a diabetes supernova. In fact, recent research showed that among patients at high risk of type 2 diabetes, losing just 7 percent of their body weight and engaging in moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes five times a week cut their risk dramatically. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases has more information on risk factors and how to lower your risk.

Upcoming Events

Walk for Hope		More info >>
Step right up. Registration is open for the fall Walk for Hope Nationally Presented by Staples events, including Phoenix and Philadelphia in September, Seattle and Chicago on Oct. 3 and Los Angeles on Nov. 7. Can’t make it to an event? Walk virtually from ANYTOWN, USA. Locations, dates and times: visit www.walk4hope.org

Double your cancer-fighting gift		More info >>
Global technology company 3M and NASCAR champion Greg Biffle believe in City of Hope. Between June 29 and Aug. 30, they’ll match your donation to City of Hope, dollar for dollar, up to a total 3M contribution of $100,000. How: Visit www.cityofhope.org/fightcancer

Community Health Fair 2010		More info >>
Receive expert health information and enjoy exhibits, refreshments and more. Location: Platt Conference Center, City of Hope, Duarte, Calif. Date and times: Sept. 30; 3 to 6:30 p.m. R.S.V.P. and info: 626-930-5489

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