Gloria C. Redman, brought several pieces of "good news" regarding progress in cancer treatment to the Thursday, February 26 Rotary Club meeting. Redman, who is the Community Affairs Coordinator for the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute Foundation, noted that while breast cancer is the number one type of cancer in women, researchers at the Rockefeller Cancer Institute are testing a new vaccine intended to prevent the recurrence of breast cancer and are currently in the second stage of clinical trials. She added that over 20 counties in Arkansas lack the medical equipment necessary for local doctors to perform mammograms. The center purchased a mobile mammogram unit for use in remote rural communities to promote state efforts toward early detection and saving lives.Prostate cancer is the second leading type of cancer in men. The Rockefeller Institute was the first of three cancer centers in Arkansas using robot technology to assist in the treatment of prostate cancer. The new robotic procedure is less invasive, offers faster recovery and with fewer complications than older types of prostate surgery. Redman added that while affiliated with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, the primary focus of the Rockefeller Cancer Institute is to take care of patients.
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Rotarian of the Day, Justin Lovett, arranged for and introduced the program.
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