Ellen F. Parks, RN, OCN, CNIV, a nurse clinician at the Duke University Medical Center, was one of 11 exceptional cancer care providers honored with the 2011 American Cancer Society Lane Adams Quality of Life Award. Parks received the award for going above and beyond her duties as a nurse clinician. Through her compassionate care, [...]
Status Update: We’re still working on the May/June issue that we’re hoping have to the printer by May 25, so we can have the copies in hand when we attend the Komen for the Cure June 11. News: Just got the bad news that one of my co-workers passed away last night (Sunday). She’s been [...]
Cover Story: A cancer diagnosis is no longer the death sentence it was just a few decades ago, and as such, rather than just give up and let the disease take its course, today’s patients are fighting back with any and all means at their disposal. Healthy Living After Diagnosis will examine all the different [...]
The Cancer Centers of North Carolina proudly presents its 3rd annual national cancer survivors day celebration, “The Colors of Cancer.” This event will take place on Sunday, June 5, 2011 at 2 p.m.-4 p.m. Join cancer survivors and supporters on the lawn of Macon Pond for complimentary food and refreshments provided by local vendors. Music, [...]
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UNC’s Jessica Breland Beats Cancer and Opponents Alike By Mike Macdonald The UNC women’s basketball team was back in a big way in 2011, finishing 28-9 after bowing out of the NCAA Tournament in the national quarterfinals. This, however, was on the heels of a disappointing (relative to its standards) 2009-2010 season in which UNC [...]
Pretty in Pink Receives Pinnacle Award On Tuesday, May 3, the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce honored the achievements of local businesses during its 27th annual Pinnacle Business Awards held at the Raleigh Convention Center. The Pretty in Pink Foundation was honored with the Community Leadership Award Sponsored by Progress Energy. The [...]
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