May 2007 (Vol. 2, No. 5)
| Science in Our Community Series |
In an effort to bring topics and information on science and research closer to our community, starting June 14th, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center in partnership with the Central Area Senior Center will host a series titled "Science in our Community".
Programs will be held the second Thursday of the month and will highlight issues, organizations and people who are working on the cancer fight. The programs are free to the public and will include light refreshments for attendees.
The Central Area Senior Center is located at
500 - 30th Avenue, Seattle, Wash., two blocks South of Jackson Street on the
Seattle Metro Number 14 bus route.
See below for the series schedule:
Let's Talk About It
A discussion on prostate cancer hosted by Kevin Henry
All men are encouraged to attend!
June 14th, 7:00 p.m.
Community Reception
Temple University Summer Interns and Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center High School Interns
Come hear students discuss pathways for young people interested in careers in science, medicine and research.
Hosted by Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center Community Outreach
Dinner included and kids are encouraged to attend!
July 12th, 6:30 p.m.
Discussion on Breast Cancer
Hosted by Bridgett Richardson of Cierra Sisters
August 9th, 7:00 p.m.
| Young black women at higher risk of aggressive breast cancer |
U.S. breast cancer patients with a particularly deadly form of the disease are more likely to be poor, black or Hispanic and under 40 years of age, new research shows.
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| Prostate cancer risk tied to DNA changes |
A team of Harvard researchers has found dramatic genetic links to prostate cancer that appear to underline many of the cases and help explain the higher occurrence of the disease among African-American men.
Read more »
| Moving beyond cancer to wellness |
The Hutchinson Center's Survivorship program is hosting an educational event for cancer survivors on Saturday, June 23, 2007. Keynote speakers are Doug Ulman, president of the Lance Armstrong Foundation and cancer survivor, and Bob Kiesendahl, recipient of the 2006 Lance Armstrong Foundation's LIVESTRONG™ Survivor Award and cancer survivor. Educational breakout sessions will be led by various experts.
Read more »
| Featured Events in June | |
Cierra Sisters
Health/Wellness Fair & Annual Block Walk
Rainier Community Center
4600 38th Avenue S.
June 23rd, 6:15-8:15 p.m.
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This newsletter is designed as a tool to keep communities and individuals informed on topics related to cancer research and to develop a relationship with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center.
Send all your questions, comments and concerns to me at: jcotto@fhcrc.org
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