Fertility | Immunotherapy | CML, Cancer Information Highlights, 01/06/2021

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Cancer Information Highlights From the National Cancer Institute Updating you about cancer causes, prevention, screening, treatment, coping, and more   New from NCI Fertility Preservation Safe for Young Women   Fertility preservation for young women with breast cancer doesn't raise their risk of dying in the following decades. The findings support that it is safe to offer fertility preservation to women who want it. Could Drugs That Lower Cholesterol Improve Immunotherapy?   Drugs known as PCSK9 inhibitors may improve how well cancer immune checkpoint inhibitors work. The cholesterol-lowering drugs appear to improve the ability of checkpoint inhibitors to find tumors and slow their growth. Steroids May Limit How Well Immunotherapy Works for Brain Cancer Steroids are often used to manage symptoms caused by brain tumors. But a new study supports evidence that these treatments may limit how well immunotherapy works. Stopping Treatment Is Safe, Improves Quality of Life for Some with Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)   Until recently, drugs for CML known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) had to be taken every day for life. Research now shows that for some people these drugs can be safely stopped and that quality of life improves when they are. Coronavirus Antibodies Prevent Reinfection In a study using data from more than 3 million people, NCI researchers have found that people who have antibodies to SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, appear to have some protection against being infected with the virus again. Video—Medulloblastoma Survivor's Journey Ken, a medulloblastoma survivor, talks about his experience with a rare brain tumor, including treatment, side effects, and life after cancer.   Also of Interest Breast Cancer Risk in American Women Learn about the risk of developing breast cancer among American women, breast cancer risk factors, and how the risk has changed in recent years. Combat COVID Information from the US Department of Health and Human Services about what you can do to join the fight against COVID-19. Contact Us for Help Information specialists at NCI's Cancer Information Service (CIS), NCI's contact center, are available to help answer your cancer-related questions in English and Spanish. Reach us by phone, chat, or email.

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Register! NIMH Workshop: Gene-based Therapeutics for Rare Genetic Neurodevelopmental Psychiatric Disorders

January 21, 2021

We're now on Instagram! Follow us @NIMHgov NEWS AND EVENTS NIMH Virtual Workshop: Gene-based Therapeutics for Rare Genetic Neurodevelopmental Psychiatric Disorders Date/Time: Thursday, January 21, 11:00 AM-4:00 PM ET Join the National Institute of Mental Health for this virtual workshop that will provide insights into the potential challenges and opportunities for gene-based therapeutic strategies for individuals with rare genetic neurodevelopmental disorders. This workshop will bring together a multi-disciplinary group of experts from academia, government, and industry to provide a review of the current state of science in gene-targeted therapeutics and characteristics of suitable gene/molecular targets and mechanisms amenable to gene-based therapies. It also will feature some of the gene-targeted approaches currently in the clinic or in development to highlight the scientific rationale for each treatment and the milestones for reaching key stages of therapeutics development, as well as the challenges and lessons learned along the way. Registration is required for this free online event. Learn more

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Feeling Hopeful for 2021

The Autism Society of America wishes you a happy and healthy 2021, and is hopeful for a brighter year ahead. While it may be a new year, we remain committed to supporting the autism community through the added challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. In addition to advocacy and education efforts, our January toolkit offers resources for healthy eating, and exercise habits.  In the coming weeks, our Public Policy team will be sharing more resources surrounding the latest COVID-19 relief package, as well as the Presidential transition. Check out our toolkit for more information. CHECK OUT OUR JANUARY TOOLKIT The Autism Society of America and national disability organizations encourage the autism and I/DD community to be prioritized for COVID-19 vaccination, and urges the autism community to be vaccinated as distribution becomes possible. Download our Vaccine Social Story, and tune in to our Facebook Live webisode this Thursday, January 7th at 4pm ET, as featured medical professionals discuss the vaccine in plain language. As with any medical decision, the Autism Society of America encourages parents, caregivers and autistic individuals to discuss the COVID-19 vaccines with their physicians.  READ FULL STATEMENT                 The best way to kickstart the new year is to care for those you love by thinking ahead. This year, the Autism Society of America has a gift that can help you make important plans for the future to protect your loved ones. We've partnered with FreeWill to give you a free, online tool to help you write your will in 20 minutes or less. Create greater peace of mind by completing your will today. GET STARTED NOW Visit our Website |  Donate   Our Promise During COVID-19: The Autism Society of America promises to remain committed to improving the lives of all affected by autism across the spectrum and throughout the lifespan, and will focus on providing information, resources, and advocacy efforts to address these urgent needs.    6110 Executive Boulevard, Suite 305, Rockville, Maryland 20852   Autism Society of America, 2021

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American Heart Association: Statins may protect the heart from chemotherapy treatment of early breast cancer

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January 06, 2021
Statins may protect the heart from chemotherapy treatment of early breast cancer

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