Tag: American Cancer Society
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Woodbridge sees uptick in new COVID-19 cases, American Cancer Society ‘Relay at Home’ will begin on June 13
WOODBRIDGE – Woodbridge officials reported 10 new positive COVID-19 cases, which bring the total number of cases to 1,580, according to Mayor John McCormac in his daily report on June 10. “Since there is a lag between the time of exposure to when a person becomes symptomatic to the actual test and then the reporting…
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Opinion: We must protect cancer patients during COVID-19 pandemic
I’m a volunteer for the American Cancer Society, writing on behalf of cancer survivors and their caregivers. I write out of concern for this sector of the population because of the effect COVID-19 has had on them. Eleven percent of New Jersey’s COVID fatalities have been individuals who were already battling cancer, then later contracted…
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Opinion: Congress can’t forget about needs of cancer patients
Every American faces uncertain and challenging times as we struggle with our new normal. For the New Jerseyans diagnosed with cancer this year, the stakes are even higher. Cancer patients, their families and their caregivers need to know that we’re still here for them – that the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN)…
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Area woman set to run 7 marathons on 7 continents in 7 days to benefit cancer research
Keri Mandell is a yogi, CrossFit coach, marathoner and Ironman – but she wasn’t always these things. “It wasn’t until much later in my life that I discovered my passion for physical fitness and health. Eight years ago, I discovered the joy of running and since then, have never looked back. Running has allowed me…
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Pinkin becomes first assemblyperson to receive advocacy award from American Cancer Society
In recognition of her legislative work on initiatives to ensure patient welfare, Assemblywoman Nancy Pinkin (D-Middlesex) became the first New Jersey Assembly member to be awarded the Distinguished Advocacy Award by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN). Pinkin was honored with the 2019 award for her leadership and dedication to policy issues spanning…
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Learn about vaping during Great American Smoke Out Day
Saint Peter’s University Hospital will hold a Lunch & Learn about vaping from noon to 1 p.m. on Nov. 21 in the Sister Marie de Pazzi Conference Center, Room 1, at Saint Peter’s, 254 Easton Ave., New Brunswick. Presented by Nicki Francis, coordinator of Program and Professional Development for Wellspring Center for Prevention. Other on-site…
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Golf outing at Forsgate honors Arthur Roedel
Silverman & Roedel, LLC, a personal injury law firm, will sponsor the upcoming Arthur A. Roedel Jr. Golf Classic on Oct. 17 at Forsgate Country Club, 375 Forsgate Dr., Monroe. Proceeds benefit the American Cancer Society. With a fundraising goal of $50,000, the golf outing honors Arthur Roedel Jr., who passed away on July 3,…
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People, dogs join together to fight cancer at Bark for Life on April 27
The second annual Bark For Life of Central NJ will take place from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on April 27 at Mannino Park, 1 Mannino Park Dr., Old Bridge. Bark For Life is The American Cancer Society’s dog-friendly “canine companion event” which precedes the annual Relay For Life events throughout the region. The objective…
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East Brunswick officers take part in No Shave November
The East Brunswick Police Department is once again taking on No-Shave November to raise money for cancer awareness. Started in 2009, the movement at no-shave.org encourages individuals, businesses and organizations to forego shaving the entire month of November to grow their hair in honor of cancer patients, many of whom lose their own hair during treatment. Each…
