Prevent Cancer Foundation

First Lady Jill Biden celebrates Prevent Cancer Foundation’s bipartisan Congressional Families Program working to advance cancer prevention and early detection

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Friday, April 21, 2023
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Washington, D.C., April 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of the Biden Administration’s Cancer Moonshot , First Lady Jill Biden joined the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s Congressional Families Cancer Prevention Program® reception on Wednesday, April 19 in showcasing bipartisan support for cancer prevention and early detection.

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  • Washington, D.C., April 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As part of the Biden Administration’s Cancer Moonshot , First Lady Jill Biden joined the Prevent Cancer Foundation’s Congressional Families Cancer Prevention Program® reception on Wednesday, April 19 in showcasing bipartisan support for cancer prevention and early detection.
  • First Lady Jill Biden was joined by Rep. Nikema Williams (D-Ga.) and a panel of congressional spouses who spoke of their participation in the Congressional Families Program and their work to raise awareness in their home states and districts.
  • It's a human one and it takes all of us to stop it,” said First Lady Jill Biden in her remarks during the program.
  • “We applaud the Biden Cancer Moonshot for its bipartisan work, using the most visible platform in the nation to prioritize prevention.

Prevent Cancer Foundation champions introduction of Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act in the House

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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The Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act will allow older Americans with Medicare the possibility of access to multi-cancer early detection (MCED) tests once they are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and shown to have clinical benefit.

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  • The Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act will allow older Americans with Medicare the possibility of access to multi-cancer early detection (MCED) tests once they are approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and shown to have clinical benefit.
  • For two years, the Prevent Cancer Foundation has led more than 400 organizations from all 50 states in support of the Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act.
  • The Prevent Cancer Foundation has always been a champion for cancer prevention and early detection efforts.
  • If you are with an advocacy, medical, community or public health focused organization interested in joining the Prevent Cancer Foundation in support of the Nancy Gardner Sewell Medicare Multi-Cancer Early Detection Screening Coverage Act, contact Caitlin Kubler, Director of Policy and Advocacy, at [email protected].

2023 Oncology Nurse Advisor Summit Smashes Attendance Records

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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Over 1,415 oncology nurses in all roles found inspiration and connection while expanding their knowledge in disease-specific and supportive care topics on March 17-19 at the 2023 Oncology Nurse Advisor (ONA) Summit.

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  • Over 1,415 oncology nurses in all roles found inspiration and connection while expanding their knowledge in disease-specific and supportive care topics on March 17-19 at the 2023 Oncology Nurse Advisor (ONA) Summit.
  • The live virtual continuing education conference was hosted by Oncology Nurse Advisor—the Haymarket Medical Network (HMN) online and print resource for the oncology nurse community—in partnership with Haymarket Medical Education, Fox Chase Cancer Center and Temple University.
  • In addition to the partnership with Fox Chase Cancer Center, 2023 ONA Summit Sponsors included Regeneron (Platinum Sponsor) and AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals (Silver Sponsor).
  • Creation of the virtual environment and production of the 2023 ONA Summit was provided by Haymarket’s sister organization, National Association for Continuing Education (NACE) Studios located in Sunrise, Florida.

Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corporation Announces Appointment of Sharon Lee Cook to Board of Directors

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Monday, March 13, 2023
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Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corporation (NYSE: CHMI) is pleased to announce the appointment, effective as of March 8, 2023, of Sharon Lee Cook to the Board of Directors to serve out the term of Ms. Regina Lowrie, who passed away on January 1, 2023.

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  • Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corporation (NYSE: CHMI) is pleased to announce the appointment, effective as of March 8, 2023, of Sharon Lee Cook to the Board of Directors to serve out the term of Ms. Regina Lowrie, who passed away on January 1, 2023.
  • “We are excited to welcome Ms. Cook to our Board,” said Jay Lown, President and Chief Executive Officer of Cherry Hill Mortgage Investment Corporation.
  • “We are thrilled to have someone of her caliber and wealth of experience to further strengthen our Board, and I have the utmost respect for Ms. Cook both personally and professionally.
  • Previously, she was a managing director at securities firm Incapital LLC, a managing director at investment banking firm D.A.

65% of Americans 21 years of age and older report not being up to date on at least one routine cancer screening

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023
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Early detection of cancer can mean less extensive treatment, more treatment options and better chances of survival, leading to better outcomes.

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  • Early detection of cancer can mean less extensive treatment, more treatment options and better chances of survival, leading to better outcomes.
  • Despite the importance of early detection, many people are still not getting the routine screenings they need.
  • Additionally, 40% of respondents said they have never discussed routine cancer screenings with their health care provider.
  • To educate Americans on the routine cancer screenings they need and encourage them to schedule appointments, the Prevent Cancer Foundation is launching a new signature campaign— Early Detection = Better Outcomes .

White House Recognizes FINN Partners and OffScrip Health "Heartbreak in America's Heartland" Initiative; Aligns with Biden Administration's Cancer Moonshot

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Thursday, February 2, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- FINN Partners, a leading global integrated marketing and communications agency, and OffScrip Health, a digital health media platform focused on patient engagement and empowerment, announced today that their joint initiative – "Heartbreak in America's Heartland – Crisis in Rural America" – was highlighted by the Biden Administration in the White House's one year update on the President's Cancer Moonshot.

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  • From the White House Fact Sheet:
    New coalition launches to address the obstacles rural patient communities face accessing care.
  • The coalition includes Stupid Cancer, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network, Prevent Cancer Foundation, Cervivor, National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, Cancer and Careers, Triage Cancer, Tigerlily Foundation and Fight Colorectal Cancer Patient Advocate Foundation.
  • The series will also spotlight the new technologies, partnerships, and practices that can make a difference in addressing this crisis of care.
  • As part of the campaign, OffScrip and FINN Partners are building a coalition of companies, academic institutions, and nonprofits.

Games Done Quick raises $2.6 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation at annual gaming marathon

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Friday, January 20, 2023
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Alexandria, Va., Jan. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the early hours of Sunday morning, January 15, Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ)—an annual livestreamed video game marathon organized by Games Done Quick —concluded their week-long event and announced a fundraising total of $2.6 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

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  • Alexandria, Va., Jan. 20, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In the early hours of Sunday morning, January 15, Awesome Games Done Quick (AGDQ)—an annual livestreamed video game marathon organized by Games Done Quick —concluded their week-long event and announced a fundraising total of $2.6 million for the Prevent Cancer Foundation.
  • The gaming community showed their support for cancer prevention and early detection efforts while watching the stream on the official Games Done Quick Twitch channel by donating to the Prevent Cancer Foundation throughout the week.
  • He has grown Games Done Quick into a thriving organization that has raised more than $41 million for charities, including the Prevent Cancer Foundation and Médecins Sans Frontières (Doctors Without Borders).
  • Earlier this week , the Prevent Cancer Foundation announced funding for cancer prevention and early detection projects in Haiti and Kenya—made possible by AGDQ—through its global grants program.

Prevent Cancer Foundation awards $300,000 in global cancer prevention grants

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Wednesday, January 18, 2023
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Programs in Haiti and Kenya will leverage two-year, $150,000 grants to increase breast and cervical cancer screening and education and HPV vaccination.

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  • Programs in Haiti and Kenya will leverage two-year, $150,000 grants to increase breast and cervical cancer screening and education and HPV vaccination.
  • The Foundation is proud to support these projects through its global grants program , which focuses on addressing the increasing global cancer burden by assessing innovative technologies, delivering services and providing education to improve or expand quality cancer screening and prevention.
  • The projects will address breast and cervical cancer in Haiti and cervical cancer in Kenya by maximizing access to screening and providing cancer prevention and early detection resources where they are limited.
  • These global cancer prevention grants are made possible by Awesome Games Done Quick, an annual livestreamed video game marathon organized by Games Done Quick to raise funds for the Prevent Cancer Foundation.

IMV Inc. Announces Update and Planned 2023 Milestones to Advance Clinical Development of its Lead Therapeutic, MVP-S

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Sunday, January 8, 2023
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IMV Inc. (Nasdaq: IMV; TSX: IMV) (“IMV” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a portfolio of immune-educating therapies based on its novel DPX® platform to treat solid and hematologic cancers, today outlined its planned 2023 milestones to advance the clinical development of its lead therapeutic, maveropepimut-S (MVP-S).

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  • IMV Inc. (Nasdaq: IMV; TSX: IMV) (“IMV” or the “Company”), a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing a portfolio of immune-educating therapies based on its novel DPX® platform to treat solid and hematologic cancers, today outlined its planned 2023 milestones to advance the clinical development of its lead therapeutic, maveropepimut-S (MVP-S).
  • “We made significant changes at IMV in 2022 to build the proper foundation for success in 2023.
  • Complete responses were observed in patients who received at least three previous lines of treatment, including CAR-T's.
  • Michael Bailey, Board Chairman of IMV, commented: “We are exceptionally grateful for Julia’s service and her significant contributions to IMV over many years.

Jody Hoyos named Chief Executive Officer of the Prevent Cancer Foundation as Carolyn “Bo” Aldigé transitions into Founder role; new board members announced

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Monday, December 5, 2022
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Alexandria, Va., Dec. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation® today announces Jody Hoyos has been named Chief Executive Officer as Carolyn “Bo” Aldigé transitions into a Founder role.

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  • Alexandria, Va., Dec. 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation® today announces Jody Hoyos has been named Chief Executive Officer as Carolyn “Bo” Aldigé transitions into a Founder role.
  • Ms. Hoyos has been with the organization since December 2018 and has served as President and Chief Operating Officer of the Prevent Cancer Foundation since March 2021.
  • She cites this experience as her inspiration for starting the Prevent Cancer Foundation and leading the organization for 37 years.
  • For the past four years, she has worked with Ms. Hoyos to provide new direction and vision for the Foundation.