February 2005 Y-ME Illinois e-News
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In This Edition:
Y-ME Illinois Open House on March 14th
Spring is just around the corner and we want to invite all our volunteers and
supporters to stop by the Y-ME Illinois office for some spring cheer! This is
our way to thank all those who support the work of Y-ME Illinois in various ways
throughout the year. Our office recently underwent renovations and is looking
better than ever - come see the new and improved Sharon Rose Wig & Prosthesis
Salon, the Gerry Weinberg Memorial Resource Library, and many other exciting changes.
Y-ME Illinois Open House
Monday, March 14th - 4:00-7:00 p.m.
203 N. Wabash Ave., Suite 1220, Chicago 60601
Light refreshments will be served.
Use Your Voice in the Fight Against Breast Cancer!
Join the IlliNOISY Delegation for the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC)
Annual Advocacy Training Conference in Washington, DC - May 21-24th. This amazing
event allows activists from all over the country to come together to learn, challenge,
ask the tough questions, and have a great time! Last year over 30 IlliNOISY Network
Members traveled to our nation's capitol to learn about the issues and meet with
our Illinois Members of Congress. This year we have Y-ME Scholarships available
to help our members attend this amazing weekend of advocacy - please don't miss
out on this exciting opportunity! Visit the NBCC website for conference details.
For more information about how you can join the IlliNOISY Delegation this year,
contact Alicia Huguelet, Advocacy Coordinator, at 312-364-9071 or ahuguelet@y-me.org.
Hope to see you in DC!
Gerry Weinberg Memorial Resource Library
Founded in 2001, the Gerry Weinberg Memorial Resource Library is the on-site
lending library for Y-ME Illinois. Located in our offices in downtown Chicago,
the library boasts a collection of over 200 books covering topics from breast
reconstruction to managing chemotherapy to healthy eating after cancer. We also
have subscriptions to periodicals specific to women, cancer and breast cancer,
including MAMM, Cure, and Coping.
Recently, we expanded our library program adding Gerry's Breast Cancer Books
by Mail so that women are not required to visit our office to make use of the
materials in our library. You can now access our library catalog via the internet, request books by phone or email, and receive the books through the U.S. Postal
Service. Y-ME will cover all postage and shipping materials.
For more information about our program contact Abby Drevs, Program Coordinator,
at adrevs@y-me.org or 312-364-9071.
Save the Date: 25th Annual Luncheon & Fashion Show
25th Anniversary Y-ME Luncheon & Fashion Show
Saturday, October 29th , 2005
Chicago Hilton & Towers
Mark your calendars now for the silver anniversary of this remarkable event that
honors breast cancer survivors and their families, friends, and supporters. The
25th Anniversary Y-ME Luncheon & Fashion Show promises to be the most amazing
yet – don't miss it!
How to Find a Doctor or Treatment Facility If You Have Cancer
The National Cancer Institute recently introduced a new website designed to assist
those facing cancer through the process of finding a doctor and/or treatment facility.
If you have been diagnosed with cancer, finding a doctor and treatment facility
for your cancer care is an important step to getting the best treatment possible.
Although the health care system is complex, resources are available to guide you
in finding a doctor, getting a second opinion, and choosing a treatment facility.
Included on this site are suggestions and informational resources to help you
with these important decisions. Click here for the NCI Website.
Y-ME Illinois Selected as the Official Charity for the 2005 Designer Showcase
House
Y-ME Illinois is thrilled to have been selected as the official charity for the
2005 Designer Showcase House. This showcase home is a year-long effort involving
crews of designers, decorative painters, and other design and building trades.
Alwan Builders is building a 10,000 square foot French country manor on two beautiful
wooded acres. Mature woodlands embrace the scenic landscape and a pond. The
house will be unveiled in May 2005 and Y-ME Illinois will receive the proceeds
from the grand opening events. We hope you will support Y-ME by taking a tour
of this spectacular home. Watch for details in the coming months!
It's Tax Time - Don't Forget the Penny Severns Checkoff
Money given to the Penny Severns Breast and Cervical Cancer Research Fund, named
for the former state Sen. Penny Severns of Decatur who died in 1998 from breast
cancer, is used to advance the understanding and techniques effective in early
detection, prevention and treatment. Since the fund first appeared on the 1993
state tax form, $2.1 million has been donated to help fund 95 research projects,
all here in Illinois. In addition to receiving taxpayer support, the fund also
receives $245,000 annually in state general revenue funds.
Taxpayers can donate $1 or more to the breast and cervical cancer fund (line
28e). The amount contributed will either be deducted from any refund or added
to the amount due. All donations are tax deductible.
Tuesday, February 8th - 6:30 p.m.
828 N. Clark St., Chicago
Breast cancer survivors are invited to take advantage of the new Y-ME Wellness Spa. Participants are treated to a manicure, facial, haircut, wig styling or scalp
treatment. Priority is given to recently diagnosed patients, but all breast cancer
survivors are invited to participate.
Please contact Abby Drevs at 312.364.9071 or via email at adrevs@y-me.org to make an appointment.
Thursday, February 10th
Third Annual Tasting Stars
Private 63rd floor residence in the Four Seasons, Michigan & Delaware, Chicago
*full address given upon RSVP
6:30 p.m. - Wine & Hors d'oeuvres
7:30 p.m. - Champagne Tasting begins
Enjoy a variety of fine champagnes while taking in a spectacular view of Chicago
from high above Michigan Avenue. Located in a landmark building, the Barnett
residence is a 63rd floor showcase of art, architecture and design. Proceeds
from the event benefit Y-ME Illinois - the cost of attending is $100 per person.
Thursday, February 10th - 6:30-9:00 p.m.
Pink Ribbon Thursday (2nd Thursday of every month)
Tilli's, 1952 N. Halsted, Chicago
Grab your co-workers and friends for the Y-ME Young Professionals Group Pink
Ribbon Thursday, a monthly social and networking event. Enjoy an evening of cocktails,
meeting new people, and getting involved with the breast cancer cause.
Saturday, April 2nd - 10 a.m.
Fashion Show Kickoff Event
Private residence at Michigan & Delaware in Chicago
*full address given upon RSVP
Join us as we kickoff the planning for our 25th Annual Luncheon & Fashion
Show.
Friday, May 6th - 8:00 p.m.-Midnight
Pink Ribbon Ball
Chicago Cultural Center - 77 E. Randolph Street
Join the Y-ME Young Professionals Group for this gala affair to benefit Y-ME
Illinois. Dance to the musical stylings of Lynne Jordan and the Shivers while
enjoying delicious hors d'oeuvres by Entertaining Company.
Sunday, May 8th
Y-ME Race Against Breast Cancer
Mother's Day - Downtown Chicago
Don't miss this...For more information about forming your own team or participating
as an individual visit the Race Website or call the Race Hotline at 877-YME-RACE.
You can also visit the Y-ME Race Homepage.
May 21-24th
NBCC Annual Advocacy Training Conference
Washington, D.C.
Join the IlliNOISY delegation for an amazing weekend of learning, discussions,
and fun as we prepare to visit our elected officials in Congress regarding breast
cancer issues.
For more information about attending this amazing event contact Alicia at ahuguelet@y-me.org or 312-364-9071.
Sunday, June 5th - 2 p.m.
Wicked the Musical - A North Shore Friends Fundraiser
Chicago's Ford Theatre - 24 W. Randolph Street
The National Tour of the Tony Award-winning Broadway musical kicks off a U.S.
tour in Chicago. The story follows the odyssey of two unlikely friends in the
Land of Oz (long before Dorothy and Toto set foot): the fiery Wicked Witch of
the West and the popular Glinda the Good Witch. Tickets are $125 and the seats
are great! This event is a fun way to help Y-ME Illinois continue to provide
essential services for those facing breast cancer and $39 of each ticket is tax
deductible.
For more information or to purchase tickets for this exciting event, contact
Sandy Zeller at 847-272-6220.
Y-ME Illinois does not necessarily endorse the point of view or content of these
news stories. We would also like to remind our readers about the importance of
reading media reports regarding the latest research with a critical eye. Reports
are sometimes based on preliminary results or based on small samples. It's also
important to remember that "association" does not necessarily equal "causation."
Happy reading!
FDA Approves Abraxane™ for Metastatic Breast Cancer
American Pharmaceutical Partners, Inc and American Bioscience, Inc. announced
today that the FDA has approved ABRAXANE for Injectable Suspension metastatic
breast cancer. ABRAXANETM is indicated for the treatment of breast cancer after
failure of combination chemotherapy for metastatic disease or relapse within 6
months of adjuvant chemotherapy. Prior therapy should have included an anthracycline
unless clinically contraindicated. Read more.
U.S. Researchers Uncover The Science Behind The Breast Cancer Protective Effect
Of Olive Oil
U.S. researchers have uncovered reasons why the Mediterranean diet, with its
high intake of oleic acid-rich olive oil, seems to protect against breast cancer.
They have also found evidence that oleic acid may have a future role in treatment.
The findings are reported in Annals of Oncology. Read more.
Radiation May Help Breast Cancer Survival
A 20-year follow-up of a breast-cancer treatment trial shows that radiation,
given in addition to surgery and chemotherapy, can increase women's survival prospects.
Read more.
Drug May Reduce Breast Cancer Recurrence
A drug currently used against advanced breast cancer may provide better protection
against recurrence or spreading than standard medication for post-menopausal women
who have been treated for early forms of the disease, Swiss pharmaceutical giant
Novartis AG and independent researchers said Wednesday. Read more.
New option for cancer treatment
MammoSite therapy targets radiation to site of lumpectomy via a tiny, saline-filled
“balloon.” Read more.
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February Way to Give
Books, Music and More! When you shop at Amazon, be sure to "click through" the
Amazon link on the Y-ME Illinois home page. Amazon will then donate a percentage of your purchase to Y-ME Illinois!
How Can We Stay in Touch With You?
Let us know how we can keep you informed about what is happening at Y-ME Illinois
and what you're interested in hearing about. Click here.
Y-ME Wish List
If you are interested in granting any of the items on our Wish List contact Rosemary
at rdrexel@y-me.org or 312-364-9071.
Photos from the 2004 Y-ME Luncheon & Fashion Show are now on the web!
See photos.
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