Help for the 70% of smokers that report wanting to quit One of the most popular resolutions at the beginning of each year is the desire to quit smoking, with more than 70% of smokers reporting they want to quit. […]
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Finding Peace, Love, and Purple in the Pandemic
Local songwriter and musician collaborate on a unique product line that benefits pediatric cancer patients When the world went into lockdown back in March due to the coronavirus pandemic, Anita Kruse, Houston area pianist, and songwriter, knew just like many others, […]
The Home Keepers Celebrates 13 Years of Helping Cancer Patients
The Home Keepers has been donating cleaning services to local cancer patients for 13 years through their partnership with nonprofit Cleaning for a Reason. Julie Parish, Owner and President of The Home Keepers, understands the importance of a clean environment […]
MD Anderson’s Fifth Annual Boot Walk to End Cancer Goes Virtual Nov. 7
Supporters join mission to #EndCancer online and from the safety of their own neighborhoods The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center will host the fifth annual Boot Walk to End Cancer® virtually on Saturday, Nov. 7. The virtual walk will take place […]
Keeping Up with Your Health Screenings Mammograms Save Lives
Schedule Yours Today October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and a good time to visit your primary care physician or OB/GYN for recommended preventive screening. The purpose of mammograms is to catch abnormalities early when treatment offers patients the best […]
Texas HHSC Encourages Breast Cancer Screenings During Awareness Month
In observance of October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Texas Health and Human Services Commission is encouraging women to get screened for breast cancer. Eligible women can receive free screenings through HHSC’s Breast and Cervical Cancer Services program. BCCS helps fund […]
Study identifies characteristics of infused CAR T cells associated with efficacy and toxicity in patients with large B-cell lymphoma
Findings suggest that monitoring early changes in circulating tumor DNA may predict patient outcomes Researchers at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center have identified molecular and cellular characteristics of anti-CD19 CAR T cell infusion products associated with how patients with large B-cell lymphoma (LBCL) respond to […]