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ADvantage Therapeutics Welcomes Esteemed Expert in Alzheimer’s Disease and Klotho Protein, Carmela Abraham, Ph.D. as Chief Science Officer

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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Dr. Abraham, a luminary in the fields of AD and aging, will complement ADvantage’s efforts to extend healthspan by delivering proprietary klotho-encoding mRNA.

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  • Dr. Abraham, a luminary in the fields of AD and aging, will complement ADvantage’s efforts to extend healthspan by delivering proprietary klotho-encoding mRNA.
  • As part of this development, ADvantage Therapeutics has acquired important intellectual property assets including four patent applications from Klogenix, which Dr. Abraham co-founded with Menachem Abraham.
  • Dr. Abraham has dedicated her career to unraveling the intricacies of aging and Alzheimer’s disease.
  • Her groundbreaking work has shown that elevating klotho levels can enhance outcomes in mouse models of Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, and ALS.

Susan G. Komen® To Host Race for the Cure in Louisiana This Fall

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Monday, October 2, 2023
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NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen ®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a Race for the Cure in Louisiana this fall.

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  • NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen ®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a Race for the Cure in Louisiana this fall.
  • The New Orleans Race for the Cure will take place on Saturday, Oct. 28, 2023.
  • The event will raise critical funds that support breast cancer patients, advance research and provide patient navigation services to better serve those impacted by the disease.
  • "We look forward to welcoming walkers to this event to make a difference in our fight against breast cancer," said Kristen Barley, executive director at Susan G. Komen.

Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure brings hope and raises $14.5 million

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Sunday, October 1, 2023
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32nd annual CIBC Run for the Cure rallies people, families and communities nationwide in person to support the breast cancer cause

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  • 32nd annual CIBC Run for the Cure rallies people, families and communities nationwide in person to support the breast cancer cause
    TORONTO, Oct. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, in 53 communities nationwide, more than 50,000 participants and volunteers laced up their shoes and came together to run for all affected by breast cancer at the Canadian Cancer Society CIBC Run for the Cure, raising $14.5 million.
  • Funds raised through the CIBC Run for the Cure will support the Canadian Cancer Society (CCS) to continue making lasting impacts on breast cancer outcomes in Canada, including investing in world-leading research and vitally important support programs.
  • "The CIBC Run for the Cure is a testament to the incredible impact we can achieve when we unite for a common cause, leaving a lasting legacy for breast cancer patients.
  • Since 1997, more than 10,000 CIBC employees each year have volunteered, fundraised and run in communities across the country to change the future of breast cancer forever.

SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service® Supports Breast Cancer Awareness, Donates $2 From Every Oil Change in October

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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NEW ORLEANS, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service® recently announced a new oil change promotion that supports the fight for the cure. The New Orleans metro area SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service locations will donate $2 from every oil change to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation throughout the entire month of October. Locally owned and operated, the first SpeeDee Oil Change location was opened in Metairie, Louisiana, in 1980. Since SpeeDee began in New Orleans, local owners are proud to give back to the local community while donating to a great cause.

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  • The New Orleans metro area SpeeDee Oil Change & Auto Service locations will donate $2 from every oil change to Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation throughout the entire month of October.
  • Locally owned and operated, the first SpeeDee Oil Change location was opened in Metairie, Louisiana, in 1980.
  • Since SpeeDee began in New Orleans, local owners are proud to give back to the local community while donating to a great cause.
  • SpeeDee turns pink for the first time in honor of those affected by breast cancer and to support the research to help cure the disease.

Relay For Life of Conejo Valley to Raise Funds to Help End Cancer As We Know It

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Monday, September 18, 2023
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THOUSAND OAKS, Calif., Sept. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In 2023, roughly 1.9 million new cancer cases and 609,820 deaths from cancer are expected to occur in the United States, with more than 59,830 expected to occur here in California. Cancer continues to be the second most common cause of death among Americans, after heart disease. To help end cancer as we know it for everyone, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Conejo Valley will be held on September 30th from 9am-9pm at California Lutheran University Memorial Field located at 141 Memorial Pkwy., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360.

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  • To help end cancer as we know it for everyone, the American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Conejo Valley will be held on September 30th from 9am-9pm at California Lutheran University Memorial Field located at 141 Memorial Pkwy., Thousand Oaks, CA 91360.
  • It is a volunteer-led movement that unites communities to celebrate cancer survivors, remember loved ones lost to cancer and raise funds to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families," said Abby Smith, American Cancer Society.
  • The 2023 American Cancer Society Relay For Life of Conejo Valley, presented by PennyMac, is a free event and the entire community is invited.
  • Together as a community we will "Rock The Cure" and raise funds to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.

CURE® OPENS APPLICATIONS TO CURE XCHANGE CHALLENGE FOCUSED ON "HEALTH AI FOR GOOD"

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Cure, a healthcare innovation campus in New York City, has opened applications for its Cure Xchange Challenge, a bold initiative to incubate innovations by healthcare start-ups and entrepreneurs across disciplines and sectors to responsibly and equitably use artificial intelligence (AI) in health. Applicants may submit projects designed to accelerate basic research, diagnose conditions, develop novel treatments, predict and prevent disease, or lead to better health outcomes and cures.

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  • Winners will have mentors from among Cure's executive advisory board and connections with world leaders, renowned entrepreneurs, public health experts and executives.
  • "We are excited to be launching this challenge and looking forward to welcoming the winning teams to Cure.
  • Applications for the Cure Xchange Challenge: Health AI for Good are open to U.S.-based applicants who are able to participate in a one-year New York City residency starting in February 2023.
  • Applications are open to early-stage individuals or teams working at the concept, prototype or pilot stage of their AI solutions.

Susan G. Komen® To Host Race for the Cure in Houston This Fall

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen ®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a Race for the Cure this fall.

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  • HOUSTON, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Susan G. Komen ®, the world's leading breast cancer organization, today announced it will host a Race for the Cure this fall.
  • The Houston Race for the Cure will take place on Saturday, Oct. 7, 2023.
  • The event will raise critical funds that support breast cancer patients, advance research, and provide patient navigation services to better serve those impacted by the disease.
  • "We look forward to welcoming runners and walkers to this event to make a difference in our fight against breast cancer," said Kristen Barley, executive director at Susan G. Komen.

Climb for a Cure Raises $1 Million to Support High-Impact Colorectal Cancer Research

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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Springfield, Mo., Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an inspiring display of unity, determination, and community support, Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Climb for a Cure event has achieved a remarkable milestone by raising $1 million to advance colorectal cancer (CRC) research.

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  • Springfield, Mo., Sept. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In an inspiring display of unity, determination, and community support, Fight Colorectal Cancer’s Climb for a Cure event has achieved a remarkable milestone by raising $1 million to advance colorectal cancer (CRC) research.
  • Since 2016, Climb for a Cure has been embraced by colorectal cancer survivors, caregivers, and dedicated loved ones who’ve engaged in physical challenges and fundraised to support finding a cure.
  • All dollars raised by this event go toward funding high-impact colorectal cancer research.
  • The funds raised through Climb for a Cure will be channeled into groundbreaking research endeavors to drive innovation and accelerate progress in CRC research.

National Pediatric Cancer Foundation Kicks Off Childhood Cancer Awareness Month with $1 Million Donation Match Announcement

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF), a leader in the fight against childhood cancer, kicks off National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by announcing a $1 million donation match campaign.

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  • TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Pediatric Cancer Foundation (NPCF), a leader in the fight against childhood cancer, kicks off National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month by announcing a $1 million donation match campaign.
  • With only 4% of all federal funding for cancer research allocated to childhood cancer projects, NPCF seeks your help to offset this lack of funding.
  • Through this donation match campaign, we seek to raise up to $2 million for critical pediatric cancer research, but we can't stop there.
  • "We are so grateful for our generous donor who recognizes the critical need for pediatric cancer research funding.

Imaging Endpoints Appoints Manish Sharma, MD as Chief Scientific Officer

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Imaging Endpoints (IE), the global leader in oncology-trial imaging and among the largest imaging CROs (iCROs) globally, is pleased to announce the appointment of Manish Sharma, MD as its Chief Scientific Officer.

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  • SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Imaging Endpoints (IE), the global leader in oncology-trial imaging and among the largest imaging CROs (iCROs) globally, is pleased to announce the appointment of Manish Sharma, MD as its Chief Scientific Officer.
  • Dr Sharma, a radiologist with over 20 years of extensive experience in clinical research, medical imaging, and data science, joins Imaging Endpoints with a proven track record of excellence.
  • "Manish's extensive expertise and innovative approach align perfectly with our vision to 'Connect Imaging to the Cure,'" said Ronald Korn, MD, PhD, Chief Medical Officer and Founder of Imaging Endpoints.
  • Dr. Sharma will oversee Medical and Scientific Affairs as well as Research and Development at Imaging Endpoints.