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Jose' Cortez Interview (WNC BTS member) marketplace.publicradio.org/display/web/2011/04/25/pm-not-enough-people-dive-into-high-risk-pools/The insurance exchanges for people with preexisting conditions aren't living up to expectations. And politics plays a part.
Posted April 30, 2011 at 11:04 AM
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Vaccine Against Brain Cancer www.cnn.com/2010/HEALTH/03/04/vaccine.brain.cancer/Karen Vaneman was featured on a CNN TV segment which broadcasted GBM medical news of her monthly vaccine trial at Duke. Karen is on the WNC Brain Tumor Support Board of Directors and member of WNC Brain Tumor Support. Karen continues to do well.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:42 AM -
ABTA www.abta.org/TheAmericanBrainTumorAmerican BT Association Association exists to eliminate brain tumors through research and to meet the needs of brain tumor patients and their families.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:47 AM -
Clinical Trials clinicaltrials.gov/ClinicalTrials.gov is a registry and results database of federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted in the United States and around the world. ClinicalTrials.gov gives you information about a trial's purpose, who may participate, locations, and phone numbers for more details. This information should be used in conjunction with advice from health care professionals.
Posted July 24, 2011 at 8:46 PM -
Duke Preston Robert Tisch Brain Tumor Center www.cancer.duke.edu/btc/Duke University Medical Center is one of the largest and most successful in the field. It has received the highest rating of "Outstanding" by a National Cancer Institute peer review group's evaluation of the Duke Comprehensive Cancer Center over the last ten years. Dedicated entirely to the treatment and cure of brain and spinal tumors in children and adults, we combine the resources of a leading research hub with a commitment to the best in patient care.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:50 AM -
Gamma Knife Video www.wfubmc.edu/Videos/Brain-Tumors-Gamma-Knife.htmShort clip about the GK
Posted January 21, 2011 at 9:05 AM -
The International Brain Tumour Alliance www.theibta.org/comIt seeks to be an alliance of the support, advocacy and information groups for brain tumour patients and carers in different countries and also includes researchers, scientists, clinicians and allied health professionals who work in the area of brain tumours.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:52 AM -
National BT Society www.braintumor.org/The brain tumor experience can be a journey into an unknown land filled with uncertainty. Gathering information about brain tumors can help you understand your options and, in the process, feel more in control.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:54 AM -
Pediatric BT Foundation www.pbtfus.org/The Pediatric BT Foundation seeks to find a cure for childhood BTS. Info on research and events.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:56 AM -
Mission Health System www.missionhospitals.org/At Mission Hospital, we strive every day to deliver quality care and services to you and your family. And, thanks to today's breakthroughs in advanced medical technologies, we are able to provide even more effective, faster and less-invasive treatments than were available just a few years ago.
Posted March 16, 2011 at 8:10 AM -
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center www.unclineberger.org/UNC Lineberger is the only public comprehensive cancer center for the State and the people of North Carolina. Our mission is to reduce cancer occurrence and death in North Carolina and across the nation through research, treatment, training and outreach. The N.C. Cancer Hospital - part of UNC Health Care - is the cancer center's clinical home.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 9:07 AM -
Virtual Trials virtualtrials.com/index.cfmThe Musella Foundation For Brain Tumor Research & Information, Inc is dedicated to improving the quality of life and survival times for brain tumor patients by using computer technology to streamline the flow of information, organize the brain tumor community and raise money for brain tumor research.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 8:58 AM -
Wake Forest University Neurosurgery www.wfubmc.edu/Research/Neurosurgery/Neurosurgery.htmWake Forest University Baptist Medical Center (WFUBMC) is home to the only Brain Tumor Center of Excellence in western North Carolina. Wake Forest University Baptist Medical Center is ranked in eight categories in U.S.News & World Report's 2010-11 Best Hospitals. The Brain Tumor Center of Excellence was formed in June 2003 and is operated by a highly experienced team of experts that is nationally recognized in all facets of brain tumor treatment and study.
Posted January 21, 2011 at 9:00 AM
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Endeavors endeavors.unc.edu/spr2008/brain_cancer.phpA Fight to the Death (Spring 2008)
Posted January 21, 2011 at 9:13 AM -
The Bureau County Republican News www.bcrnews.com/articles/2008/06/19/community/doc4859746c8f88c937177344.txtWhat are the chances?
Posted January 21, 2011 at 9:19 AM -
The Caring Hand/Pediatric BT Foundation www.pbtfus.org/pubs/caringhand/2008/summer_2008_caring_hand.pdfHope for young children! [PDF] No review (Pix in doc.)
Posted January 21, 2011 at 9:21 AM
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Please join us at our monthly meetings! Contact number: 828. 691. 2559
Meetings are open to everyone with an interest in brain tumors. Meet survivors, caregivers, family members and providers to share experiences and good times!!
WNC BTS meetings are held the third Thursday of every month, from 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., with refreshments starting at 6:15 p.m.
*Most meetings are at:
Mountain Area Health Education Center (MAHEC)
121 Hendersonville Rd.
Asheville, NC 28803
828-257-4400 (MAHEC ph....NOT WNC BTS)
*There are some events which are away from our normal meeting place. Check our calendar page for changes.
Inclement weather policy
The following procedure will be observed for inclement weather conditions for
WNC Brain Tumor Support functions. We will go by A-B Tech. night class policy.
Announcements concerning WNC BTS (A-B Tech) will be made by 3:30 pm on local radio and TV stations for night classes. A voice mail message will be recorded on the switchboard.
Commuters should exercise personal judgment concerning highway conditions regardless of A-B College announcements, particularly those commuting from outlying areas.
Directions to the NEW MAHEC!
** From I-40 Eastbound, take Exit 50 and turn left onto Hendersonville Road. (Biltmore Ave.)
From I-40 Westbound, take Exit 50B and merge onto Hendersonville Road. (Biltmore Ave.)
Take Exit 50B and merge onto Hendersonville Road. (Biltmore Ave.)
At the first light, turn left into the Double Tree Hotel (Or Friday's Restaurant). Turn left towards the Sleep Inn. Just before the Sleep Inn turn right and go up the hill to the MAHEC Biltmore Campus. #121