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| Hike for a Cure Saturday, March 29 at 11 AM at DelCarte |
via the FHS Hiking Club & the FHS Cure 4 Cancer Clubs:
"Franklin residents! Bring your friends and pets to this fun event Saturdaytomorrowat 11:00 at Del Carte and support a good cause!!"
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| FHS students cancer fund raising at The Shed - Apr 1 |
U.S. Representatives Jake Auchincloss (D-MA), Brendan F. Boyle (D-PA), and Mike Lawler (R-NY) introduced a bipartisan resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to designate November 2024 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month. The initiative aims to draw attention to the importance of prevention, early detection, and research to curb lung cancer, which remains the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. In the United States Senate, the resolution is led by Senator Tina Smith (D-MN).
"Lung-cancer screening saves lives. The difference between early and late detection of a tumor is often a matter of life and death," said Rep. Auchincloss. "Washington needs to do more to advance awareness of screening and to support research and clinical care."
Bipartisan Resolution to Designate November 2024 as Lung Cancer Awareness Month
"Lung cancer impacts families and communities across the country. This resolution is an important step in raising awareness, encouraging preventative measures, and supporting groundbreaking research to save lives," said Rep. Boyle. "By coming together, we can ensure more Americans have access to the tools and resources needed to combat this devastating disease."
"Lung cancer is the deadliest and one of the most common forms of cancer," said Rep. Lawler. "We simply must do more to raise awareness and combat this deadly disease. That's why I'm joining Congressman Brendan Boyle in introducing a bipartisan resolution recognizing November as National Lung Cancer Awareness Month. One life lost to lung cancer is too many. Together, we can build a future where the devastation of lung cancer is no more."
The resolution highlights the need to increase public awareness campaigns, expand access to screening programs, and invest in life-saving research through federal agencies like the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
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| Boston Marathon® Jimmy Fund Walk presented by Hyundai - October 6 |
The Jimmy Fund is comprised of community-based fundraising events and other programs that, solely and directly, benefit Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s lifesaving mission to provide compassionate patient care and groundbreaking cancer research for children and adults. The Jimmy Fund is an official charity of the Boston Red Sox, the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association, the Pan-Mass Challenge, and the Variety Children's Charity of New England. Since 1948, the generosity of millions of people has helped the Jimmy Fund save countless lives and reduce the burden of cancer for patients and families worldwide. Follow the Jimmy Fund on Facebook, X, and Instagram: @TheJimmyFund.
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is one of the world's leading centers of cancer research and treatment. Dana-Farber's mission is to reduce the burden of cancer through scientific inquiry, clinical care, education, community engagement, and advocacy. Dana-Farber is a federally designated Comprehensive Cancer Center and a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School.We provide the latest treatments in cancer for adults through Dana-Farber Brigham Cancer Center and for children through Dana-Farber/Boston Children's Cancer and Blood Disorders Center. Dana-Farber is the only hospital nationwide with a top 5 U.S. News & World Report Best Cancer Hospital ranking in both adult and pediatric care. As a global leader in oncology, Dana-Farber is dedicated to a unique and equal balance between cancer research and care, translating the results of discovery into new treatments for patients locally and around the world, offering more than 1,100 clinical trials.
FM #1280 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1280 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Franklin resident and volunteer Bo Kinney conducted in the Franklin Public Radio Station on Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Bo tells the story of his kidney stone which led to a discovery of prostate cancer and the journey he has been on and how he has dealt with it. This is his “public service announcement” on his lessons learned.
The recording runs about 59 minutes, so let’s listen in. Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1280-bo-kinney-pennies-from-heaven-08-24-24/
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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Remember that time I said I would never run the B.A.A Half Marathon again?Shared from -> https://x.com/FHSTrainingRoom/status/1829541937680138317
fund raising for @1NickStrong18
I guess I lied 🤷🏻♀️
Find out why I will be running the Boston Half Marathon AGAIN with Team @1NickStrong18 here:
https://t.co/2B0Zhh72dO
#CancerSucks https://t.co/wNVOEuuWST
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| Hockomock Area YMCA |
Bernon Family Branch45 Forge Hill RoadFranklin, MADay & Time: Mondays and Wednesdays: 6:15pm-7:45pmDay & Time: Wednesdays and Fridays: 10:45am-12:15pmInvensys Foxboro Branch67 Mechanic StreetFoxboro, MADay & Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 10:30am-12:00pmDay & Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays: 6:00pm-7:30pmHurley Family Branch300 Elmwood StreetNorth Attleboro, MADay & Time: Mondays & Wednesdays: 10:30am-12:00pm
Where Cause Meets Community. At the Hockomock Area YMCA, strengthening community is our cause. The Hockomock Area YMCA is an organization of men, women, and children sharing a commitment to nurture the potential of kids, promote healthy living, and foster a sense of social responsibility.The Hockomock Area YMCA is committed to partnering and collaborating with others to create and deliver lasting personal and social change in the 15 communities they are privileged to serve. The Hockomock Area YMCA is a not-for-profit charitable cause-driven organization with facilities in North Attleboro, Foxboro, Franklin, and Mansfield. For more information visit hockymca.org.
"A shot for life is looking for players or non players interested in participating in the event this fall on November 9th and 10th.
Anyone is encouraged to participate in this amazing event so if you have any questions or would like to sign up you can message Olivia Quinn through her instagram —> @oliviaquinnn
We hope you will consider this opportunity!!"
Shared from -> https://www.instagram.com/p/C74UQP4OMDY/
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| Give it "A Shot For Life" |
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| "A Shot for Life" |
Via Olivia Quinn:
"Hey!! My name is Olivia and I am an intern at A Shot For Life! I am reaching out about our biggest event of the year called our ASFL gauntlet.
All funds go to Mass General brain cancer research and it is a super fun event for all ages and skill level!!
Please pm me with any interest/questions!!"
Nick Strong Foundation to directly fund groundbreaking research for germ cell tumors.We are beyond excited to announce groundbreaking research, being conducted by the Jackson Laboratories, that could potentially find treatments for germ cell tumors. Pediatric oncologist Dr. Ching Lau is a professor at the lab, which is a nonprofit biomedical institution committed to basic research discoveries that will change the landscape of cancer detection and care. Dr. Lau and his lab team have developed a first of its kind assay that can accurately diagnose germ cell tumors using spinal fluid obtained from a less invasive procedure such as a spinal tap. The Nick Strong Foundation has decided to directly fund these tests that cost about $2,000 per test. They have about 50 samples ready to test and our goal is to fund these samples and keep going from there! We are honored to be a part of this research in Nick’s memory.Proceeds from your participation in our upcoming events (The Shed event, our first Golf Tournament) will go directly towards this funding - THANK YOU!!!
Visit the Nick Strong Foundation online -> https://nickstrongfoundation.com/
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| PMC Kids Ride in Franklin |
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| PMC Kids Ride |
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| First Annual Golf Tournament |
Registration is now open!
If you don't want to golf but want to join us for lunch, that option is available on the site.
Sponsorship opportunities are available as well! 🩵
Registration & donation info -> https://t.co/a0CDRSPXpL
"Our goal through this year’s tournament is to support a research facility that is testing a robust liquid biopsy platform for diagnosing brain tumors, especially for Germ Cell Tumors.
Come support @fhs_c4c Putting for Patients, in support of Nick Gasper.
This event will be taking place October 14th in the FHS GYM 11-2.
Come see if you can beat an FHS Golfer! We will be there will you?
https://twitter.com/FHSGolfTeam/status/1710323115127935324
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| Putting for Patients - Pediatric Cancer Research Fund Raiser to honor Nick Gaspar - Oct 14 |
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| Cancer Fighting Pub Crawl |
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It's Melanoma Awareness Month. Schedule regular skin exams & if you see anything that looks suspicious, contact your doctor.
Visit: cdc.gov/cancer/skin
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| Franklin Health Department: Wellness Update - Melanoma Awareness Month |
