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Touching base with Jan Maudlin Sarcoma Scholar, David Supinski
Read Article: Touching base with Jan Maudlin Sarcoma Scholar, David SupinskiBy Nikki Littlefield Miller David Supinski’s interest in medicine began as a teenager in the operating room. As a gifted high school athlete he ran cross country and track in a small town near Brainerd, MN, but suffered hip injuries due to anatomical joint issues. On both legs his femur and hip socket bumped into…
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Thanks to everyone who joined us at this year’s Party in the Park(ing) Lot!
Read Article: Thanks to everyone who joined us at this year’s Party in the Park(ing) Lot!Thanks to the more than 200 people who joined us at the Champlin Mann 14 Theater for the Party in the Parking(lot)! Not only were we able gather in person for the first time since 2019, but we also raised more than $33,000 dollars to support sarcoma cancer awareness and research. Attendees enjoyed a variety of…
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Minnesota Sarcoma Research Conference 2021: Progress and Promise
Read Article: Minnesota Sarcoma Research Conference 2021: Progress and PromiseRein in Sarcoma and Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota are excited to sponsor the Minnesota Sarcoma Research Conference 2021: Progress and Promise. The event will be held in person at the University of Minnesota CCRC building on Friday, October 22 from approximately 8:00 am- 3:00 pm. There will be a virtual option to attend…
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MN Governor proclaims Sarcoma Awareness month
Read Article: MN Governor proclaims Sarcoma Awareness monthMinnesota Governor, Tim Walz has proclaimed July 2021 – Sarcoma Awareness Month. See the full proclamation. Sarcomas cancers are rare and often aggressive cancers that attack the body’s connective tissues or bones. It is often diagnosed too late for proper treatment. Sarcoma is the third most common form of cancer in children and young adults. Rein…
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Event recap: 2021 Annual Sarcoma Cancer Research Golf Classic
Read Article: Event recap: 2021 Annual Sarcoma Cancer Research Golf ClassicA Great Day for Golf! We had an incredible day with 34 foursomes at Edinburgh, USA for the Fifth Annual Sarcoma Cancer Research Golf Classic on June 8! The golfers competed in a scramble format and braved the heat to help raise money for sarcoma research. The time together could not have been better! Players…
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Rein in Sarcoma Facebook group
Read Article: Rein in Sarcoma Facebook groupLooking for additional support through your sarcoma journey? Join the Rein in Sarcoma-Circle of Support private Facebook page. It’s designed to connect sarcoma patients, survivors, and caregivers within the Upper Midwest region and provide support, share knowledge and experience, and raise awareness and advocacy. Community Guidelines: Members are encouraged to share their sarcoma experience, ask questions, share…
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The Value of Community
Read Article: The Value of Communityby Vicki Strong (Leiomyosarcoma Survivor) “You have leiomyosarcoma. It is very rare and very serious,” my oral surgeon told me. “You need an oncologist immediately.” I had a slightly different experience than many first diagnosed with sarcoma — I had actually heard of the disease. A friend of the family had leiomyosarcoma, but we were…
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Sip & Strategize Volunteer event
Read Article: Sip & Strategize Volunteer eventAfter lots of positive feedback from the first S&S event in January, we are excited to invite all RIS volunteers to the second Sip & Strategize event! We are planning to brainstorm various opportunities for RIS to expand via operations, patient support, education, and research. All RIS volunteers are welcome! Date: June 28, 2021 | Time: 5:00-7:00 pm Location: Wicked Wort Brewing…
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Sarcoma Support Directory
Read Article: Sarcoma Support DirectoryFind support groups and organizations that allow patients and families going through sarcoma to find others who can relate to their hardships. Remember you are not alone in dealing with sarcoma—be sure to take advantage of any support systems in your community.
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Hallie Anne Brown Initiative
Read Article: Hallie Anne Brown InitiativeRein in Sarcoma has received a $100,000 gift to establish the Hallie Anne Brown Sarcoma Educational Initiative. The gift was given by the Barbara Bradley Baekgaard Family Foundation through Todd and Kathy Brown, parents of Hallie Anne Brown, who died from Osteosarcoma at the age of 16. Because of this new initiative, RIS plans to work with medical…