February 2008

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	Welcome To The January/February Issue
	Medical Team Is Dedicated To Finding Cures
	Moffitt Patient/Family Testimonial
	Take February’s Quiz
	Cancer Answers: Q&A: The Facts About Brain Tumors
	Symptom Checker
	Moffitt Morsels: Healthy Recipes for Healthy Living
	GIVING BACK
	Events Calendar
	What's New!
	Other Information

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Welcome To The January/February Issue

Brain cancer is a leading cause of cancer-related deaths, but no one knows the exact causes of brain tumors. Fortunately, research is producing new, more effective treatment methods.

This issue describes some of the services of Moffitt Cancer Center’s interdisciplinary Neuro-Oncology Program and provides some answers to frequently asked questions about tumors of the brain and spinal cord, as well as neurologic challenges associated with these cancers.
 

Sincerely, 

The Moffitt Cancer Center Team

Medical Team Is Dedicated To Finding Cures

Nearly 22,000 malignant tumors of the spinal cord or brain were diagnosed in the United States in 2008. Click here to read more and to learn about Moffitt's interdisciplinary team of specialists and their treatment breakthroughs for patients.

Moffitt Patient/Family Testimonial

Pat Lynch chose to receive treatment at Moffitt Cancer Center after being diagnosed with a malignant blood disorder.

“People say that nobody wants to cure cancer, because it's such a big money maker,” says Lynch who also donates to Moffitt, “I don't believe that. I believe in trying to help as much as possible to cure this disease. I believe in putting your money where your mouth is.”

Read about his story by clicking here.

Take February’s Quiz

How many different types of brain tumors are there? 

To find out the answer, click here. 

Cancer Answers: Q&A: The Facts About Brain Tumors

Q:  What are spinal tumors?
Q:  Who's at risk for brain tumors?
Q:  Do cell phones cause brain tumors? 

Find out the answers from Moffitt's registered nurses at Cancer Answers. 

Symptom Checker

February’s Symptom: brain and spinal cord tumors

Click here to find out what warning signs you need to look for, when to call your doctor and when you can relax.

Moffitt Morsels: Healthy Recipes for Healthy Living

Although the winter holidays are far behind us, many are still working to get back on track with healthy eating. This issue features 3 different entrees that are both healthy and satisfying.

We think you will enjoy an easy-to-prepare yet elegant baked salmon dish, loaded with omega-3 essential fatty acid, a rich African chicken stew, and a Mexican-style vegetarian casserole suitable for company.

Northwestern Baked Salmon with Artichoke Hearts

African Chicken Stew

Bean and Vegetable Enchilada Casserole

GIVING BACK

Get ready for “Good Vibrations” at 2009 Magnolia Ball. Click here to read more about sponsorships and tickets.

“I Made A Difference Program” honors Moffitt’s special staff.Click here to find out more.

Community Fundraisers for Moffitt. You're invited! Click here to read more.

Events Calendar

Spring Swing - Moffitt's Sun Safety Tour

Spring Swing – Moffitt’s Sun Safety Tour – is a partnership between Moffitt Cancer Center and the Tampa Bay Rays, offering free skin cancer screenings at specified baseball Spring Training venues throughout the month of March 2009. The tour will kick off Feb. 26. Click here for more information.

Miles for Moffitt Gears Up

Last May, more than 3,000 runners and walkers made the 2008 Miles for Moffitt a landmark morning for cancer research at Moffitt Cancer Center. Now the countdown is on for 2009! Mark the date, Saturday, May 9, at the USF Sun Dome – for this year’s 5K/5-Mile/1-Mile/Run/Walk. The 5-mile event is back by popular demand.

To find out more or to register for Miles For Moffitt online, click here.

Nobel Laureate to Visit Moffitt

Join us for the Ted Couch Cancer Research Lectureship & Reception on Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 4 p.m., featuring Nobel Laureate Harald zur Hausen, M.D., who will discuss “Cancer Prevention By Vaccination.” Please RSVP by March 20 by calling 1-888-MOFFITT (1-888-663-3488).

More Events

See what else is going on in the weeks ahead by visiting our Calendar of Events page.
 

What's New!

See what’s happening at Moffitt Cancer Center by visiting our “Moffitt In The News” page to read the latest media articles about Moffitt, or by watching Headline MCC, Moffitt’s Award-Winning Video Web cast.

Other Information

Click here to search Moffitt Cancer Center's open clinical trials.

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