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Cyclists turn up the heat in southern California

It’s been a hot first couple of days in southern California, and I’m not just talking about the weather! The Amgen Tour of California kicked off Sunday in Escondido, a city just north of San Diego. Professional cyclist Lieuwe Westra … More

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Making a Difference for Others with Cancer

A diagnosis of cancer can be devastating and a journey that is unclear to those moving through it. Yet patients who have faced cancer are more than willing to share information about their experience perhaps with the hope that their … More

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Diagnosed with lung cancer? You are not alone.

Learning that you or a loved one has been diagnosed with lung cancer may cause you to feel many emotions. Fortunately there are many resources available to help people understand the diagnosis, learn about treatment options and side effect management … More

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CSC at the Gerontological Society of America Conference: Part 1

Greetings from the 65th Annual Gerontological Society of America (GSA) conference in San Diego!  I have just arrived at the San Diego Convention Center for my first day of conferencing, amid beautiful Southern California weather and the buzz of exciting … More

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Support for Patients and Caregivers

by Bonnie Dockham, Program Director at Cancer Support Community Greater Ann Arbor Acting as a caregiver can take many forms. It is not necessarily providing physical care such as lifting and dressing like so many tend to believe. Caregiving frequently … More

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