Author: Dorron Blumberg

 

October 9, 2020  – As part of a multi-institutional effort spanning three countries, Miami Cancer Institute has contributed to groundbreaking analysis revealing overall median survival for patients with brain metastases has improved over time. Moreover, the analysis identifies that certain subsets of brain metastases have substantially better survival, leading to the creation of an algorithm to estimate patient survival, individualize treatment and stratify clinical trials. Given the survival improvement and current availability of therapies that can effectively treat brain metastases, these patients should no longer be excluded from clinical trials.
 

 

OCTOBER 8 2020 – A virtual wine tasting with celebrities? Yes, it’s real, and it will be spectacular. 

 

The fundraiser, featuring former major league ballplayer and South Florida icon Jeff Conine, enables wine lovers in the age of COVID-19 to gather (via Zoom link), taste, and discuss specially-chosen wines with a sommelier. Participants are encouraged to dress in luau attire for the event that will raise money to support the nonprofit Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Foundation
 

October 8 2020 – In an effort to educate the South Florida community about breast cancer, Broward Health Medical Center hosted an AmeriBreast exhibit on October 8.