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health1 year ago

"Former NIH Director Francis Collins Opens Up About Prostate Cancer Battle"

Former NIH director Francis S. Collins revealed his prostate cancer diagnosis and decision to go public with it, emphasizing the importance of early detection and equitable access to treatments and screenings. He shared his upcoming radical prostatectomy procedure and urged for increased awareness and research efforts to combat prostate cancer, particularly among Black men who face higher risks. Collins highlighted the potential for a high likelihood of being cured by the surgery and called for all men to have the same opportunity for early detection and effective treatment.

via The Hill|
#cancer-moonshot#francis-s-collins#health
health1 year ago

"NASA's Cancer Moonshot: Advancing Anti-Cancer Research in Space"

NASA officials highlighted the significant progress in cancer research made possible by experiments conducted in the weightless environment of space, citing the unique conditions that allow for better analysis of molecular structures and the formation of more effective drug crystals. This research, part of US President Joe Biden's "Cancer Moonshot" initiative, aims to halve the death rate from cancer over the next 25 years. Despite political and funding challenges, experts remain hopeful that space research can play a crucial role in saving lives in the fight against cancer.

via Phys.org|
#anti-cancer-drugs#cancer-moonshot#cancer-research
health1 year ago

"Leading Cancer Centers Join NIH's New Screening Technology Research Network"

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has launched the Cancer Screening Research Network (CSRN) to evaluate emerging technologies for cancer screening, supporting the Biden-Harris administration’s Cancer Moonshot. The network will conduct clinical trials to assess multi-cancer detection tests and other promising new technologies, aiming to identify cancers earlier when they may be easier to treat. The initial activities of the network will be carried out by eight groups funded by the National Cancer Institute (NCI), with a focus on reaching diverse populations and incorporating the technologies into standard care.

via National Institutes of Health (NIH) (.gov)|
#cancer-moonshot#cancer-screening#clinical-trials
health2 years ago

"Top Cancer Doctor Predicts 50% Reduction in Deaths by 2050"

Dr. Ned Sharpless, the former Director of the National Cancer Institute, predicts that deaths from cancer in the United States will be halved by 2050, thanks to remarkable medical advancements. The introduction of immunotherapy drugs has transformed the landscape of cancer treatment, with aggressive skin and breast cancers now being curable. Lung cancer, the leading cause of cancer fatalities, is also expected to decline sharply due to progress in tobacco control and the development of new treatments. While cancer rates in young people are increasing, the overall burden of colon cancer deaths remains small. President Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative aims to prevent over four million cancer deaths by 2047, with a goal of reducing the age-adjusted cancer death rate by at least 50% over 25 years.

via Daily Mail|
#cancer#cancer-moonshot#health
health2 years ago

Biden selects Vanderbilt physician to head National Cancer Institute

President Biden intends to appoint Dr. W. Kimryn Rathmell as the Director of the National Cancer Institute (NCI), the largest funder of cancer research in the world. Dr. Rathmell is an accomplished physician-scientist and cancer expert who will lead the NCI in achieving the goals set by the Biden Cancer Moonshot initiative. She has a strong background in cancer research and has held leadership roles in national organizations focused on cancer genetics and kidney cancer research. Dr. Rathmell's appointment reflects President Biden's commitment to improving cancer outcomes and support for those facing a cancer diagnosis.

via The White House|
#cancer-moonshot#cancer-research#dr-w-kimryn-rathmell
health2 years ago

Global Impact: How Fighting Cancer in Lower Income Countries Benefits Rich Ones Too

Dr. Satish Gopal, the leader of the Center for Global Health at the U.S. National Cancer Institute (NCI), emphasizes the importance of addressing cancer as a global public health emergency. Gopal highlights the need for increased investment and attention in low- and middle-income countries, where cancer can have devastating consequences on communities and economies. He advocates for expanding international collaboration and clinical trials to advance cancer research and develop life-saving drugs. Gopal also emphasizes the importance of equity in cancer care, allowing all people to contribute to and benefit from cancer research. The Cancer Moonshot initiative, supported by President Joe Biden, aims to reduce cancer mortality and has sparked global collaboration and political commitment to the fight against cancer.

via Forbes|
#cancer-moonshot#cancer-research#clinical-trials
health2 years ago

Advancements in Cancer Research: A Promising Path Forward

Cancer treatment has made significant progress in recent years, with advancements in immunotherapy, early detection, and new treatments. More than 70% of children with cancer now survive long term, and death rates among adults have fallen by one-third since 1991. Immunotherapy, particularly checkpoint inhibitors and CAR-T therapy, has shown promising results in treating various types of cancer. The use of mRNA technology, similar to that used in COVID-19 vaccines, is also being explored in early cancer trials. However, challenges remain, including finding specific targets for solid tumors and improving the durability and accessibility of treatments. Disparities in care and funding for cancer research are ongoing issues, but efforts are being made to address them through initiatives like the White House Cancer Moonshot. Continued financial support and investment in cancer research are crucial to sustaining progress and improving outcomes for cancer patients.

via USA TODAY|
#cancer-moonshot#cancer-treatment#health
health2 years ago

"Biden's Cancer Moonshot: $24M Investment in mRNA Tech to Strengthen Immune System and Save Lives"

The Biden Cancer Moonshot has launched the CUREIT project, led by Emory University, to develop mRNA platforms that can train the immune system to fight cancer and other diseases. With up to $24 million in funding from ARPA-H, the project aims to create a toolbox of mRNA technologies that can enhance immune responses, potentially revolutionizing the fight against cancer and other difficult diseases. This is the first award from ARPA-H's Open Broad Agency Announcement, with future projects to be funded on a rolling basis.

via The White House|
#arpa-h#cancer-moonshot#cureit
health2 years ago

"Biden's 'Moonshot' Initiative: Advanced Cancer Research Takes Center Stage"

The Biden administration has announced the launch of the Precision Surgical Interventions program, the first cancer-focused initiative under its advanced health research agency, ARPA-H. The program aims to improve cancer outcomes by developing better surgical interventions to treat the disease. ARPA-H, modeled after DARPA, will seek ideas from the public and private sectors to help surgeons distinguish between cancerous cells and healthy tissue during surgery. The initiative is part of Biden's bipartisan "cancer moonshot" effort to combat cancer, improve veterans' health, and make mental health more accessible. The agency is hosting an event in September to identify and approve projects, and it has also placed an open call for other research objectives.

via The Associated Press|
#arpa-h#biden-administration#cancer-moonshot
health2 years ago

Biden selects cancer surgeon Monica Bertagnolli as next NIH director.

President Joe Biden has nominated Dr. Monica Bertagnolli, a world-renowned surgical oncologist and cancer researcher, to serve as the next director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bertagnolli has been serving as the director of the National Cancer Institute since October 2022, where she has advanced the Cancer Moonshot effort to end cancer. She is set to take over from Lawrence Tabak, who has been serving as the acting director of the NIH since December 2021. The position of NIH director requires Senate confirmation.

via NBC News|
#biden-administration#cancer-moonshot#cancer-research
health2 years ago

"Strategies for Achieving President Biden's Cancer Moonshot Goal"

Researchers from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) have outlined opportunities for achieving President Biden and First Lady Biden’s Cancer Moonshot national goal of reducing the cancer death rate by at least 50% over the next 25 years. The opportunities outlined in the study include further reducing the prevalence of cigarette smoking and use of other tobacco products, increasing the use of colonoscopy for prevention and early detection of colorectal cancer, increasing the use of hormone therapy to prevent and treat breast cancer, and increasing detection and treatment of hepatitis B and hepatitis C viral infections to reduce the risk of liver cancer.

via National Institutes of Health (.gov)|
#cancer-death-rates#cancer-moonshot#cancer-prevention
politics2 years ago

Biden to Deliver Eulogy for Former President Jimmy Carter

President Biden revealed that former President Jimmy Carter has asked him to deliver his eulogy. Carter, who entered home hospice care last month, has a long-standing relationship with Biden, who endorsed Carter's run for the Democratic presidential nomination in 1976. Biden also spoke about his "Cancer Moonshot" plan to halve the death rate from cancer over the next 25 years and called for funding for the Advanced Research Projects Agency for Health.

via The Washington Post|
#cancer-moonshot#eulogy#health