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Consider novel linker strategy techniques to increase efficacy of ADC products

Family Tree Dental Group Examines the Risks and Benefits of Dental X-Rays

The 19th Annual Evening of Good Taste raised more than $140,000 to benefit the programs and services of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center at South Nassau Communities Hospital.

The Board of Directors of the Caring for Carcinoid Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Hollander as its new Executive Director.

“Evening of Good Taste” will benefit the ongoing expansion of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center. The center is the only one on Long Island that is equipped with the Varian Novalis Tx™, da Vinci® Surgical System and Gamma Knife®.

Dr. Rajiv Datta, chair of the dept. of surgery and medical director of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center at South Nassau Communities Hospital, was cited by the AAPIQLI for his leadership, accomplishments and excellence as a cancer surgeon.

The draft recommendation by U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) urging men to avoid using the PSA blood test for prostate cancer screening is a major blow to men’s health that will cost thousands of American lives during the next decade.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and prostate cancer patients need to become the ‘CEO’ of their treatment team.

The prestigious ACR-ASTRO accreditation is awarded only to facilities meeting specific Practice Guidelines and Technical Standards developed by ACR and ASTRO.

Two pre-eminent organizations fighting to eliminate cancer in dogs, strive to do it together! Chase Away K9 Cancer will now direct their fundraising efforts towards research grants approved through the National Canine Cancer Foundation.

The afternoon of golf was followed by an evening of fine dining, camaraderie and fun, including a lavish buffet and raffle prizes ranging from tickets to professional sporting events to foursomes at the area’s most prestigious courses.

Collaboration with the Stanley lab shows that there are natural compounds from plants that can control this deadly disorder and, with the atomic structure in hand, can be used as a starting point for further drug design.

Consider novel linker strategy techniques to increase efficacy of ADC products

Family Tree Dental Group Examines the Risks and Benefits of Dental X-Rays

The 19th Annual Evening of Good Taste raised more than $140,000 to benefit the programs and services of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center at South Nassau Communities Hospital.

Charity Outing Will Support Foundation’s Leading Edge Brain Cancer Research & Clinical Trials in the Greater New York Metropolitan Area - One Lucky Golfer Who Hits a Hole-in-One Will Win a New Porsche 911 Carrera, Courtesy of Pepe Porsche

Characterisaion of ADC's is a crtitical step for both research and development of efficacious and safe therapeutics

The Board of Directors of the Caring for Carcinoid Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Ron Hollander as its new Executive Director.

“Evening of Good Taste” will benefit the ongoing expansion of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center. The center is the only one on Long Island that is equipped with the Varian Novalis Tx™, da Vinci® Surgical System and Gamma Knife®.

Dr. Rajiv Datta, chair of the dept. of surgery and medical director of the Gertrude & Louis Feil Cancer Center at South Nassau Communities Hospital, was cited by the AAPIQLI for his leadership, accomplishments and excellence as a cancer surgeon.

The Caring for Carcinoid Foundation (CFCF) is pleased to announce its celebratory programming in honor of Worldwide NET Cancer Awareness Day. CFCF-sponsored events include a Patient Education Seminar and awarding grants to patient support groups.

The draft recommendation by U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) urging men to avoid using the PSA blood test for prostate cancer screening is a major blow to men’s health that will cost thousands of American lives during the next decade.

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month and prostate cancer patients need to become the ‘CEO’ of their treatment team.

Saw Palmetto, a Natural Ingredient Found in Premium Prostate Supplements, Aids in Reversing Hair Loss

The prestigious ACR-ASTRO accreditation is awarded only to facilities meeting specific Practice Guidelines and Technical Standards developed by ACR and ASTRO.

Two pre-eminent organizations fighting to eliminate cancer in dogs, strive to do it together! Chase Away K9 Cancer will now direct their fundraising efforts towards research grants approved through the National Canine Cancer Foundation.

The afternoon of golf was followed by an evening of fine dining, camaraderie and fun, including a lavish buffet and raffle prizes ranging from tickets to professional sporting events to foursomes at the area’s most prestigious courses.

Collaboration with the Stanley lab shows that there are natural compounds from plants that can control this deadly disorder and, with the atomic structure in hand, can be used as a starting point for further drug design.

New Healthcare market report from Business Insights: "Advancing Molecular Diagnostics to Personalize Cancer Therapy"

Latest Technique for Prostate Cancer Diagnosis Decreases Need for Prostatectomy

Steven Olson of the University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry has received a $3.12 million federal grant for research on anticoagulant proteins that regulate blood clotting and prevent abnormal clotting.

In 2009, the Center treated a total of 1,326 patients, including 1,047 new cases and 279 cases with recurrent cancer or cancer in progression. South Nassau is a recipient of the prestigious ACoS Commission on Cancer Outstanding Achievement Award.

A new feature added to this year’s outing is a generously priced spa day option for those who do not or don’t want to play golf. The spa option will be provided by Maximus Salon and Spa on site at The Seawane Club.

New Medical Devices research report from GlobalData is now available from Fast Market Research

“Evening of Good Taste” showcases the very best foods, desserts and wines in the region and serves as an official competition to determine the top culinary artists and vintners on Long Island and the New York metro area .

Harris County Hospital District in Houston, Texas announces its largest single, private donation—a gift of $15 million from The Lester and Sue Smith Foundation to the public healthcare sytem through the Harris County Hospital District Foundation.

Surgeon to Remove Potentially Deadly Tumor near Brainstem

Many new cancer weapons come as personalized therapies that can target specific changes in an individual’s tumor. Leading the work are Binghamton University researchers who are using a new tool in studying tubulin tyrosine ligase, or TTL enzyme.

Integrative Therapeutics introduces ProstaPro®, a unique, clinically validated preparation of saw palmetto berry, developed in Germany over 50 years ago, to the US for the first time.

Men that have worn Dr Allen’s Device for Prostate care constantly for a period of 3-6 months have enjoyed symptoms relief of enlarged prostate and prostatitis by recovering from inflammation and the enlarged prostate (BPH) shrinking.

Highland Brewing Co. is releasing PSA Pilsner to help raise awareness about prostate cancer and generate funds for the Pints for Prostates campaign.

Immunolizer® is a natural formula scientifically designed to optimize the immune system's performance. Immunolizer® activates the body's defense mechanisms and helps the Immune System to distinguish adequately between self and non-self.

Established in 1974, TSK Japan, the leading single-use medical device manufacturer specialised in biopsy needles for soft tissue aspiration expands its distribution for hospitals in ASEAN.

Recently published research from GlobalData, "Brain Tumor - Pipeline Assessment and Market Forecasts to 2017", is now available at Fast Market Research

A new study of prostate cancer patients has found that those who exercise more have a lower risk of overall death, and death due to the disease itself.

KEVIN BYRD is named as one of the most influential African American Male entertainers under 30 years old. Kevin Byrd at 29; stands at the Threshold of International Superstardom.

The Business Achievement Award is presented annually in appreciation of a business that is proactive in its support of the chamber’s mission and objectives and for the well being of the residents and community.

New Pharmaceuticals research report from GlobalData is now available from Fast Market Research

As the Guinness Record holder for operating a 66kg tumor, Dr Makeshwari takes his inspiration from Apple CEO Steve Jobs quote "Innovation distinguishes between a leader and follower."

The number of robotic-assisted procedures performed at hospitals around the world has increased from 80,000 in 2007 to 205,000 in 2009.

The study revealed that when the loss of heterozygosity (LOH) was identical (concordant) in the tumors they were metastatic. New multifocal primary cancers had discordant LOH, meaning their LOH was not identical.

Several milestones achieved following its first year treating patients in Suffolk County, New York.

Outstanding results of a cooperative venture between the Clinical Program on Urological Tumours at the Medical University of Vienna and Harvard Medical School, USA

Prostate cancer patients need to become the CEO of their treatment team rather than the primary doctor. So says Norris Beren, a survivor and author of a new book – Prostate Cancer – Hope Is Not a Strategy.

Prostate Conditions Education Council Hosts Awareness Week, September 19-25

MyVitaminPlan.com launched this week as a nationwide provider of specially-formulated vitamin supplements. The company hopes to help to simplify its customers' vitamin regimens through its pioneering "one pill" concept.

Dr. Cox is trained in advanced urological care for men and women, including da Vinci robotic prostatectomy, laparoscopic prolapse repair and outpatient surgical management of stress urinary incontinence. Dr. Cox speaks both English and Spanish.

South Nassau Communities Hospital continued the expansion of its cancer program, naming David A. Silver, M.D, FACS, director of urologic oncology. Dr. Silver is a leading surgical oncologist and pioneer in robot-assisted surgery.

Kyongah Hwang has been named manager of South Nassau's Center for Comprehensive Radiation Services and Long Island Gamma Knife® Center. She previously served as a senior radiation therapist at Hackensack University Medical Center, Hackensack, NJ.

“While I was sitting in the 'chemo room' with the transparent fluid dripping into my right arm---I wish I'd had a book like Chemo Club to read” said Louise Moeri, author of Chemo Club, published by Crosspointe Media, Inc. in Modesto, CA.