A World of Difference
Newsweek, 2/4/10
Cancer isn't just emotionally devastating. New research shows that the global economic toll is huge. But it doesn't have to be that way.
Ovarian Cancer Symptoms Speak Out — But What Are They Really Saying?
JNCI, 1/28/10
It used to be that ovarian cancer was considered a “silent killer.” However, recent data demonstrates that most patients have symptoms several months before their diagnosis.
Smokers with Cancer Could Quit and Double Survival
Washington Post, 1/22/10
People with early lung cancer who quit smoking could double their chances of surviving, a new study says.
What You Don’t Know Might Kill You A Newsweek article that interviews SCCA's Dr. Julie Gralow discusses the wide disparities in cancer diagnosis and treatment.
SCCA House is open and accepting patients and their families. Call (206) 204-3700 for reservations.
University of Washington Medical Center Ranks 6th Among U.S. Cancer Centers US News and World Report recently ranked University of Washington Medical Center as the sixth best cancer hospital in the United States. UW Medicine is a parent organization of SCCA. Read more
Lecture & Lunch: Social Security and Disability
02-24-10 Join us for our Lecture and Lunch series. Learn the ins and out of social security and disability. Special guest speaker is Attorney Peter McKee. Lunch is provided by SCCA Patient and Family Education.
De-Stress Fest
02-22-10 Stop by for hand massages, a cup of tea, Biodots (stickers for your hands- that
detect stress), learn other stress reduction techniques and relax!
Laughs at Lunch: I Love Lucy
02-17-10 Join us for Laughs at Lunch and watch some I Love Lucy. Lunch is provided by SCCA Patient and Family Education.