By Emily Williams According to the National Cancer Institute, the percent of patients who survived pancreatic cancer from 2008 to 2014 was 8.5 percent. The estimated number of new cases for 2018 is 55,440, with an estimated 44,330 deaths. It’s no wonder Lessley Hynson sees herself as incredibly fortunate to have survived pancreatic cancer for the past 11½ years. With a … [Read more...]
A Natural Calling: Saint Vincent’s Doctor Devotes Her Career to Helping Cancer Patients Navigate Treatment
By Emily Williams One of Dr. Susan Salter’s favorite rooms in the Bruno Cancer Center at St. Vincent’s Birmingham, where she is a radiation oncologist, is a patient consultation room. Staff at the cancer center donated money to have the room named in honor of one of their late co-workers. “This individual was a key member of the cancer center team for many years, and … [Read more...]
Mike’s Team: Mike Slive Foundation Hosts Sports-Centric Fundraiser to Support Prostate Cancer Research
At the I’m With Mike fundraiser Sept. 27, the Mike Slive Foundation for Prostate Cancer Research offered up the perfect atmosphere for sports lovers at the Alys Stephens Center. Hosted by Paul Finebaum, the evening celebrated the life of the late Mike Slive and his foundation’s mission to promote and advocate for prostate cancer research. Special guests in attendance … [Read more...]
Handmade Art Show Celebrates 25 Years Supporting Local Artists
By Emily Williams For 2½ decades, the Handmade Art Show has been bringing local artists together in Homewood and will celebrate 25 years with its annual event on Oct. 14. The show began with just a handful of local artists gathering at the home of Carol Richards and has grown into an annual show held at Homewood Central Park. About 50 artists are participating in this year’s … [Read more...]
Bluff Park Art Association Welcomes 38 New Artists for 2018 Show
Artists from 10 states, including as far away as Nevada, will come together Oct. 6 at the Bluff Park Community Center for the 55th Annual Bluff Park Art Show. The free event, hosted each year by the Bluff Park Art Association, will feature about 150 artists, including 38 first-time participants. “We’re very excited to have several new artists participating in this … [Read more...]