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⚡ ⚡ ⚡ ALL DONATIONS ARE TRIPLED TODAY ⚡ ⚡ ⚡ On September 28th, I’m joining the fight in a special way by participating in the 10th anniversary of the BMO Ride for Cancer. Our team is committed to making a real difference in cancer care right here in Nova Scotia, where the stakes are high—our province has the highest cancer rates in Canada, and 1 in 3 patients won't survive. But we’re not just riding for the sake of it. We’re rallying to bring cutting-edge liquid biopsy technology to the QEII Health Sciences Centre. This revolutionary advancement will allow doctors to determine if a patient’s cancer is cured, if it has returned, and how best to treat it—all through a simple blood test that can be done anywhere in the province. The impact of this technology is profound: - Earlier Detection and Personalized Treatment: We can improve survival rates and even provide potential cures by catching cancer sooner. - More Clinical Trials: Unlocking access to more trials could mean more treatment options for patients. - Less Unnecessary Treatment: Patients will be spared from needless treatments and harmful side effects. - Closer to Home Care: Equitable access means patients can undergo testing in their own communities, reducing travel and wait times. - Peace of Mind: Patients and their families will get critical answers sooner, easing anxiety and worry. This technology is a game-changer, and by supporting my team and my ride, you’re helping to bring it to life. Together, we can pave the way for a future where cancer care in Nova Scotia is faster, smarter, and more compassionate. If you’re able to support me and my team in this year’s BMO Ride for Cancer, please consider donating through this link: https://lnkd.in/gpkddpbm

🚴♂️ The Pan-Mass Challenge (PMC) is more than just a bike ride; it's a movement that has transformed cancer research and treatment. Since its inception in 1980, the PMC has raised an astounding $972 million for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. They undoubtedly cross the $1 billion mark this year. Today, the PMC stands as the single largest contributor to Dana-Farber and the The Jimmy Fund, responsible for 62% of the Jimmy Fund’s annual revenue. In 2023 alone, dedicated riders, donors, sponsors, and volunteers united to raise a record-breaking $72 million for Dana-Farber. This incredible effort underscores our collective hope and aspiration to provide doctors and researchers with the resources they need to discover cures for cancer. Remarkably, 100% of every rider-raised dollar goes directly to Dana-Farber. Corporate sponsors make the amazing associated events happen, including the main ride the first weekend of every August. The impact of our contributions is evident. Dana-Farber Cancer Institute/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center was named the #1 pediatric cancer center in the US News & World Report's 2022-23 Best Children's Hospitals report. This recognition highlights Dana-Farber/Boston Children's as one of the top three pediatric cancer centers in the country each year since the ranking's inception, earning more #1 rankings than any other program. Join me in supporting this extraordinary cause and making a tangible difference in the fight against cancer. Together, we can empower researchers to continue their groundbreaking work and bring hope to countless families. 💪 Let's pedal towards a cure! #PMC2024 #CancerResearch #DanaFarber #JimmyFund #RidingForACure

Starting this week, the Norwegian Cancer Society will run its annual campaign, Innsamlingsaksjonen (formerly Krafttak mot kreft — Mobilizing against Cancer) — a funding drive for cancer research. My colleagues and I at Aker Horizons are proud to support this campaign, together with all the companies in the Aker family 🤝 We kick-started the campaign early this morning with the distribution of ☕ & 🍩 at our HQ. Staff and visitors were encouraged to donate any amount they wished - and so many did, and shared their own stories while there! 💛 Cancer is a disease that affects so many families, including our own here at Akerkvartalet. We understand the impact cancer can have on loved ones and are committed to making a solid effort in the fight against it. The funds raised from year’s campaign will go towards research focused on genetic testing that can be offered to cancer patients at an early stage, to help them get the most effective treatment available. Together, we can make a real difference in the fight against cancer. Last year, the Aker family raised over NOK 4,4 million in total for the campaign. Our ambition is to top this achievement this year! 💪 Visit https://lnkd.in/d_SbfiqD or Vipps #858127 to help support the cause today. Your contribution has the potential to save countless lives. #cancer #cancerresearch #cancerawareness

As Breast Cancer Awareness Month is upon us, a cause that holds a very special place in my heart🤍, I’ve decided to take on the October Run for Research challenge. Throughout the month, I’ll be running 31 miles—one for each of the 31 people who tragically lose their lives to breast cancer every day… I know a lot of people out there are doing bigger and better challenges but for those who know me, you’ll understand that running itself is a challenge for me🫣. In fact, I’m a pretty terrible runner! If you’ve ever joined me for a run, or plan to in the future, you’ll probably think twice before doing it again! However, I’m determined to push through for this important cause, especially since it’s my very first fundraising effort. Prevent Breast Cancer is the UK’s only charity dedicated to predicting and preventing breast cancer. With early diagnosis, screening, and lifestyle changes, lives can be saved. By supporting their research, we help fund more mammograms, train future breast cancer specialists, and continue groundbreaking efforts to stop breast cancer in its tracks. I would truly appreciate your support, big or small, it would mean the world to me. Together, we can make a real difference and bring much-needed hope during these challenging times 🩷 Please use the link below to donate ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/evPvz9tP Bring on tomorrow ! 🏃♀️💨 #challenge #motivation #letsdothis

The pill that will be offered to thousands of women in the United Kingdom to prevent breast cancer This milestone has been considered a "significant step" in the fight against cancer by various charities specialized in patients with this disease. Results from recent trials indicate that anastrozole can reduce the incidence of breast cancer by almost 50% in postmenopausal women with significant family history of cancer. This decision marks a significant breakthrough in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer, providing a valuable option for those women at risk. This milestone has been considered a "significant step" in the fight against cancer by various charities specialized in patients with this disease. Results from recent trials indicate that anastrozole can reduce the incidence of breast cancer by almost 50% in postmenopausal women with significant family history of cancer. This decision marks a significant breakthrough in the prevention and treatment of breast cancer, offering a valuable option for those women at risk. #goodnews #GoodNews #goodnewstv #GoodNews #goodnewsfeed #GoodNewsWorld #goodnewsonly #GoodNewsToday #anastrozole

On Saturday, September 28, 2024, I’m riding with McInnes Cooper alongside a community with one common goal: transforming local cancer care at the QEII Health Sciences Centre. Nova Scotia has the highest cancer rates in all of Canada. 1 in 3 patients will not survive. To help combat these alarming stats, our BMO Ride for Cancer community is rallying like never before to introduce liquid biopsy technology. This technology will be a game-changer. Life-changing benefits include: 🕵️improving survival rates and provide potential cures with earlier detection and personalized treatment options; 📊unlocking access to more clinical trials; 👍 sparing patients from unnecessary treatments and harmful side effects; 🏡 keeping care closer to home and ensuring equitable access, as patients can undergo a simple blood test in any community in Nova Scotia; ⏱️ reducing the number of visits required to the QEII, which ultimately impacts wait times; 🧘♂️ providing critical answers about a patient’s cancer sooner, helping to relieve anxiety and worry; and much more. By supporting my ride today, you are joining a community dedicated to moving the needle in cancer care for Nova Scotians.❤️ To learn more about liquid biopsy technology and the impact your critical donation will have, visit: https://lnkd.in/eSbbm9ky.

On this World Cancer Day, we are excited to unveil Isabella's Fund, a new initiative within the Isabella Santos Foundation's relentless fight against rare pediatric cancer. For 16 years, ISF has been a force of change, and now, with Isabella's Fund, we're ensuring long term sustainability of our work so we can take a giant leap forward towards a future of greater impact. Isabella's Fund is not just about financial support; it's about elevating awareness. In the face of rare cancers, every dollar contributes to crucial pillars - from advancing cutting-edge research and clinical trials to ensuring robust survivorship programs. We're creating a bridge to understanding and support for those facing rare pediatric cancers. Launching this fund on World Cancer Day emphasizes our commitment to global cancer awareness. Rare cancers affect families universally, and ISF is dedicated to spearheading change. By increasing awareness, we ensure sustained support for ISF's mission. Thank you for joining us on this journey. Together, we can make rare cancers a part of the global conversation and foster hope and healing for children and families around the world. https://lnkd.in/guwUnH33 #WorldCancerDay #IsabellasFund #RareCancerAwareness #ISFimpact

🗳 Ahead of an upcoming general election, Cancer Research UK (CRUK) has called for the current and next government to get serious about cancer. Cancer Research has urged the government to create a 10-year cancer plan, guided by a National Cancer Council which would be accountable to the prime minister, and bring a collaborative effort of government, charities, industry and scientific experts. The organisation has also called to double-down on two specific types of cancer which kill the most people in the UK: lung and bowel cancer. With the UK lagging behind comparable countries on survival rates, the run-up to the next general election will be interesting for any healthcare pledges made by political voices on improving cancer care and treatment. 👉 https://lnkd.in/etEKdxZh #TheOrangeFoundation #CancerSupport #CancerAwareness

We are grateful for the partnership of Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System and Gibbs Cancer Center & Research Network as our Presenting Sponsor with American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life of the Upstate SC for 2024. They will host our event on their Pelham campus in Greer, SC on Friday, May 3, 2024 with teams from companies, schools, and faith based teams, all united to make an impact in the fight against cancer in Upstate South Carolina. https://lnkd.in/gBDgDpSA By supporting Relay For Life of the Upstate, Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System is supporting the American Cancer Society’s year round efforts to free the world from cancer. Every dollar raised through Relay For Life has helped fuel a 33% decline in the US cancer death rate since 1991. Because of our partners, people have access to cancer information and support 24/7 by phone at 1-800-227-2345, video chat, or online at cancer.org. We are the #1 trusted source for cancer information with over 100 years leading the fight against cancer.  This partnership continues American Cancer Society patient support programs such as transportation and lodging. Our work includes elimination of health disparities, focusing on prevention and early detection, and increasing access to care.   We will continue to invest in lifesaving cancer research so that we can progress towards new preventative and screening tools, improving treatments, and ultimately reducing deaths from cancer.  The American Cancer Society exists to end cancer as we know it.  Every cancer.  Every Life.  We can help your company can become a partner in the fight against cancer. Emily Peterson Andrea.Whitesides@cancer.org #grateful #communityengagement #americancancersociety

Those who know me will know that I have a long-standing love/hate passion for running. By which I mean I like to occasionally run, stopping and starting throughout my 40 years of existence. But I've never really set myself a meaningful goal. Well, this year, I wanted to set myself a challenge. And a half marathon seemed like a good idea (I write that so that I can remind myself of it when I question what on earth I have done!). So, I've signed up for the Great North Run as part of Team Cancer Research UK (CRUK). Cancer has or will impact each and every one of us. Either directly, or because someone we care about receives the devastating news of a diagnosis. Cancer Research UK (CRUK) plays a critical role in improving the lives of those with, or who may eventually get that horrible news. Through the research into root causes, methods of diagnosis, and life-saving treatment, as well as the direct support they offer to individuals and families going through the heartache of cancer, Cancer Research does incredible things, every day. Survival rates have almost doubled in the last 40 years, but the diagnosis rate has almost quadrupled. So the work is far from nearly done. I want to play my part, no matter how small, in pushing forward that incredible achievement. If you're able to support in any way, that would be greatly appreciated. https://lnkd.in/eJ83CFwH