The African-Caribbean Cancer Consortium was made to study viral, genetic, environmental and lifestyle risk factors for cancer in populations of African descent.
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Camille Ragin, PhD, MPH, and Sanjeevani Arora, PhD, of Fox Chase are leading an international study to identify biological markers that could improve outcomes for patients with metastatic colorectal cancer. Read more: bit.ly/4wcd73h
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Join Dr. @annkorir a Senior Research Scientist at @KEMRI_Kenya, The PI of the @GICR_IARC Centre of Expertise for Sub-Saharan Africa and other panelists for the webinar titled: From Digital Diagnosis to connected cancer care.
@CANCERKESHO @NCIKenya @AC3network @CancerProgramKE
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One step at a time
Recently published:
Novel Afro-Caribbean #ProstateCancer Model Reveals Ancestry-Specific Drug Vulnerabilities with Therapeutic Implications for Black Patients, by @SimoneBadal et al. doi.org/10.1158/2767-9764.CR…
@UWImona @AC3network #CellModels #OpenAccess
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In a recent episode of CancerSpeak, Fox Chase's Dr. @camilleragin speaks with Dr. Lauren McCullough on The VOICES of Black Women Study, launched by the @AmericanCancer Society, and its potential to drive meaningful change in cancer prevention and care: bit.ly/4l84jqR
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Thrilled to have hosted @camilleragin, Associate Director of the @AC3network @FoxChaseCancer, at @uonbi today. Our discussions on fostering collaborations in cancer research and capacity building were inspiring. #Partnerships #GlobalHealth
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We explored opportunities to collaborate on cancer research, education and capacity building. I am looking forward to impactful partnerships that advance global health. #CancerResearch #WeAreUoN
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You might not know that HPV can also significantly raise the odds for oropharyngeal cancers. And in recent years, cases of these cancers have increased. On the blog, we're sharing how HPV causes cancer, and how to stay protected: bit.ly/3L2hyIC
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Register by August 8 to get the lowest available rates for the AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved (Sept 21-24, Los Angeles). Learn more:
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The AACR Cancer Disparities Progress Report 2024 highlights research-driven advances to eradicate cancer disparities and recommends steps to achieve health equity. Register today to attend a free virtual roundtable discussion at 12:30 pm ET on June 24. bit.ly/3RurnTj.
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Submit an abstract by June 6 for the AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved (September 21-24, Los Angeles), organized in association with #AACRMICR.
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Submit an abstract by June 6 for the AACR Conference on The Science of Cancer Health Disparities in Racial/Ethnic Minorities and the Medically Underserved (September 21-24, Los Angeles), organized in association with #AACRMICR.
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Dr. Khadijah A. Mitchell, assistant professor in the Cancer Prevention and Control Program at Fox Chase Cancer Center, recently shared some inspiring advice for women and girls in STEMM. Read on @Tech_Networks: bit.ly/3w0zTSN
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Breaking barriers and bridging gaps: Dr. @CarolynFang of Fox Chase Cancer Center and Dr. Grace X. Ma of @templemedschool are unraveling health disparities and filling data gaps for Asian Americans and underserved minorities. Read more: foxchase.org/discovery
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Very importany conversation!! @annkorir our AC3 Womens Cancer WG Co-leader.
Conversation on cancer surveillance is VERY IMPORTANT.
Cancer Registries are backbone of cancer research & planning. Watch this important conversation at NTV. @ntvkenya
@KEMRI_Kenya @MOH_Kenya @KEMRI_Kenya @GICR_IARC @NCIKenya
#WorldCancerDay2024
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Grateful&privileged to participate in @AC3network conference in beautiful Kenya. Bearing witness to amazing leadership Dr Camille Ragin et al who make great strides in building #knowledge #capacity #infrastructure to advance the science of cancer in populations of African descent
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Leaders are responsible for setting the tone and example for your team. With the right motivation, you can become a leader who inspires, guides and encourages their team to be the best version of themselves.
#AEWLeader #VISALeadership
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Big congratulations to a mentor and friend, Dr Samuel Gathere for being awarded the Herma Glasgow Award for outstanding contribution to expansion of the consortium in the region. bit.ly/3Sdw2dz
@AC3network @KEMRI_Kenya @SKGathere @annkorir
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Community involvement is the key to neutralizing the distrust of the medical system in LMICs.Honored & inspired to see a powerful demonstration of @AC3network efforts in Africa to help dispel myths & establish trusted relationships.
@cziscience #HealthForAll
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