Tonights 2 hour documentary takes a look at the distance we've come, and have yet to travel, in the messy battle still being waged by patients, their families, and their doctors—decades after President Nixon declared a "war on cancer" in 1971.
Following the program is a frank discussion hosted by breast-cancer survivor Linda Ellerbee with a panel of experts, each of whom has also had cancer. U.S. News's Health Editor Dr. Bernadine Healy participates, sharing her own experiences with brain cancer. "I think all too often people who get the diagnosis of cancer think that they have to fold their tents and go off and get ready to die—that it's a dying time," says Healy. Her take—and the title of her memoir, released last year—it that it's a "living time." The challenge we are faced with now, she says, is to turn cancer into a manageable chronic disease, not only in a medical sense but especially in an emotional one
http://www.usnews.com/blogs/on-medicine/2008/04/15/a-moving-documentary-about-families-and-cancer.html
Documentary On PBS Tonight: The Truth About Cancer
Posted by Crush at 4/16/2008 10:57:00 AM
Labels: Brain Cancer, Breast Cancer, Cancer Documentary, Mesothelioma
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Fox Valley Brain Tumor Coalition - Journey of Hope Walk
The Journey of Hope is our major fundraiser of the year, allowing us to raise most of the funds that we need to survive. This event is critical to the success of this group, so we hope you can join us!
With over 750 walkers, the Fox Valley Brain Tumor Coalition puts on a great party the Saturday after Labor Day every year. The non-competitive walk is held on the grounds of NeuroSpine Center of Wisconsin. Our paved ½ mile trail is short enough for nearly everyone to make at least one lap around, and is accessible to wheelchairs! For those who like more of a challenge, we encourage as many laps as you are able to do!
The day is a celebration of those fighting brain tumors and remembering those who have lost their battle. The walk starts with a ceremony at the Tree of Hope, with testimonials from those most affected by this disease, as well as a dedication from neurosurgeon Thomas Wascher MD, one of our biggest supporters.
Once you have built up your appetite from the walk, come in to our party tent for a great home-cooked picnic. We have fresh roasted corn-on-the-cob, hamburgers, hot dogs, chips and sweets! Vegetarian selections are available for those with restricted diets.
A huge silent auction, kids games, music, pictures and more makes this party fun for everyone!
As always, dogs are welcome, but should always be on a leash…we will provide water for our four legged friends!
Your registration cost of $10 (yes still only $10 after all these years!!!) includes a great t-shirt with all of our corporate sponsors proudly displayed, lunch and all the fun you can handle!
New this year is our online registration and personal web page, making it easier for your family and friends to support your efforts.
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