Cancer is about more than just diagnosing or treating the disease. Every moment of every day, cancer research is happening all around us—even here in Rhode Island. The Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island invites providers, patients and survivors to attend the 2010 Rhode Island Cancer Summit on June 17, 7:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza in Warwick. American Cancer Society Deputy National Vice President for Research Dr. Margaret Offermann will discuss the critical role that research plays in the fight against cancer and how personalized medicine is integrated into clinical trial research. In addition, she will explain how a clinical trial goes from concept to research to approval to implementation. Following her presentation, Dr. Offermann will moderate a panel discussion with Rhode Island cancer experts. Panelists will talk about their own research, the status of some clinical trials and about the intricacies of cancer research. “The medical advances of tomorrow are because of the research being done today,” said Director of Health David R. Gifford, MD, MPH. ““While cancer prevention efforts like smoking cessation, good nutrition and increased physical activity are important, learning about current research is important too.” “Everyone has been touched by cancer,” said Linda Dziobek, Chairperson of The Partnership to Reduce Cancer in Rhode Island. “ We have all experienced the effects that a cancer diagnosis has on family, friends and loved ones. The purpose of this summit is to educate everyone on the latest advances in cancer research, access to clinical trials, and how to navigate the system.”
The summit is intended for healthcare professionals, community members, cancer survivors and caregivers. This event is free and open to the public. Registration is required as space is limited. To register, visit www.cancercoalition.ri.gov , call 401-222-7899, or email pamela.wilson@health.ri.gov. Deadline to register is June 3.