Television specials

Stand up to Cancer Returns on August 21, 2021 for Seventh Biennial Roadblock Telecast and Streaming Event

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021

"Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause in Canada," said Reese Witherspoon.

Key Points: 
  • "Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S. and the leading cause in Canada," said Reese Witherspoon.
  • I'm proud to highlight the amazing doctors and scientists of Stand Up To Cancer who work tirelessly on important cancer research, innovative treatments and much needed patient care."
  • The pandemic has also shed light on the longstanding health inequities that have affected cancer care and outcomes for decades.
  • "We believe fiercely in bringing innovative, high-quality cancer treatments to patients as quickly as possible,"said Katie Couric, Stand Up To Cancer co-founder.

Eyemart Express Champions Cancer Research with Stand Up To Cancer Fundraiser in Stores

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Monday, July 12, 2021

In its ongoing effort to help in the fight against cancer, Eyemart Express will host a fundraiser to support Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C), an organization that works to accelerate cancer research so that all cancer patients can become long-term cancer survivors.

Key Points: 
  • In its ongoing effort to help in the fight against cancer, Eyemart Express will host a fundraiser to support Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C), an organization that works to accelerate cancer research so that all cancer patients can become long-term cancer survivors.
  • "At Eyemart Express, we are focused on improving people's lives whether it be by helping them see better in our stores or supporting important causes like Stand Up To Cancer.
  • We are immensely grateful to Eyemart Express and its customers for their ongoing support which allows us to continue to fund cancer research to make sure every cancer patient becomes a long-term survivor."
  • With 231 stores in 42 states, Eyemart Express ranks among the top 10 optical retailers in the country with its family of brands: Vision 4 Less, Visionmart Express, and Eyewear Express.

Mastercard Invites Consumers Across the U.S. To Join A 60 Million Person “Stand Up” in Support of Stand Up To Cancer

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021

Mastercard is calling on consumers across the country to participate in a 60 million person Stand Up by taking an action with a purpose, in support of Mastercards $60 million Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) donation pledge milestone.

Key Points: 
  • Mastercard is calling on consumers across the country to participate in a 60 million person Stand Up by taking an action with a purpose, in support of Mastercards $60 million Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) donation pledge milestone.
  • As a longstanding partner, Mastercard continues to support SU2C by inviting cardholders to give back through its first-ever 60 million person Stand Up.
  • Mastercard cardholders can participate and take their stand in the following ways:
    Eat: Stand up by gathering with friends and loved ones for a meal.
  • Digital Stand Up To Cancer Placard: Stand up and join the MLB All-Star Game placard moment virtually on July 13th.

Tony and Emmy Award-winning costume designer Paul Tazewell is appointed to the board of trustees of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts

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Tuesday, April 27, 2021

The appointment was announced Thursday by the board of governors of the 17-campus University of North Carolina System.\nThe winner of a Tony for the Broadway smash "Hamilton" and an Emmy for NBC\'s "The Wiz Live!"

Key Points: 
  • The appointment was announced Thursday by the board of governors of the 17-campus University of North Carolina System.\nThe winner of a Tony for the Broadway smash "Hamilton" and an Emmy for NBC\'s "The Wiz Live!"
  • Tazewell remains deeply engaged with UNCSA, and has established a merit-based scholarship for undergraduate students of color in Design and Production (D&P).
  • He was the university\'s commencement speaker in 2018, when he was awarded an honorary doctorate.\nAlso appointed to the board were alumni Al Crawford (B.F.A.
  • "\n"Alumni are among the most important stakeholders of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts," said Ralph Womble , chair of the UNCSA Board of Trustees.

Increasing Diversity In Clinical Trials The Focus Of New Stand Up To Cancer Team

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Tuesday, March 23, 2021

The SU2C Health Equity Breakthrough Team will receive $6 million for its innovative proposal to address the low participation of Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) in cancer clinical trials.

Key Points: 
  • The SU2C Health Equity Breakthrough Team will receive $6 million for its innovative proposal to address the low participation of Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) in cancer clinical trials.
  • Announced in January 2020, the Health Equity Initiative requires all future SU2C-supported research grant proposals to address recruitment and retention of BIPOC patients in cancer clinical trials.
  • The initiative also emphasizes team research focused on cancer disparities, with the funding of more health equity-focused teams to come in 2021.
  • In engaging with cancer patients about possible clinical trials in which they might participate, the team will especially focus on breast, prostate and liver cancers.

How to Create Edible Holiday Masterpieces Inspired by Beloved Christmas Films

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Wednesday, December 2, 2020

And since holiday food photos rank at the top of that list, food stylist and former Chopped Canada contestant Abraham Wornovitzky created an edible masterpiece that delivers both visually and emotionally.

Key Points: 
  • And since holiday food photos rank at the top of that list, food stylist and former Chopped Canada contestant Abraham Wornovitzky created an edible masterpiece that delivers both visually and emotionally.
  • Wornotvitzky channelled his artistry into creating three festive cheeseboards inspired by three of the most beloved holiday films ever: The Grinch, Frosty, and Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
  • "Cheeseboards also happen to be one of the most popular dishes served at holiday gatherings, so uniting these felt like a match made in holiday heaven."
  • Step-by-step instructions are available on Wornotvitzky's website PlayingWFood.com including a video tutorial available here and hi-res images here .

Two-Time Cancer Surviving Amazon Author Rosie Mankes Strategically Aligns With 'Stand Up To Cancer' (SU2C), Via Her Book Sales to Help Support Ground-Breaking Translational Cancer Research

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Monday, November 23, 2020

Rosie is a proud supporter for SU2C after conquering two devastating lung and breast cancer diagnoses in her own lifetime.

Key Points: 
  • Rosie is a proud supporter for SU2C after conquering two devastating lung and breast cancer diagnoses in her own lifetime.
  • That said, it is super important to me to strategically align with this amazing nonprofit for my book sales," Rosie said.
  • She channeled her experiences into the subject of a powerful memoir, rewarding readers with a message of perseverance and hope.
  • For the latest news related to Rosie Mankes, her continuing journey, life coaching tips, or upcoming personal appearances, visit www.rosiemankes.com .

Two-Time Cancer-Surviving Amazon Author Rosie Mankes Collaborates with 'Stand Up To Cancer' (SU2C), Strategically Aligning with This Nonprofit to Help Support Ground-Breaking Cancer Research Via Her Book Sales

Retrieved on: 
Monday, November 23, 2020

Rosie is a proud supporter for SU2C after conquering two devastating lung and breast cancer diagnoses in her own lifetime.

Key Points: 
  • Rosie is a proud supporter for SU2C after conquering two devastating lung and breast cancer diagnoses in her own lifetime.
  • That said, it is super important to me to strategically align with this amazing nonprofit for my book sales," Rosie said.
  • She channeled her experiences into the subject of a powerful memoir, rewarding readers with a message of perseverance and hope.
  • For the latest news related to Rosie Mankes, her continuing journey, life coaching tips, or upcoming personal appearances, visit www.rosiemankes.com .

Pancreatic Cancer Collective Announces New PSA Campaign With Keesha Sharp To Raise Awareness About Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials

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Thursday, November 19, 2020

The Pancreatic Cancer Collective's new campaign aims to raise awareness about treatment options to increase diversity in pancreatic cancer clinical trials to ensure patients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds benefit equally from the potential of cancer treatments.

Key Points: 
  • The Pancreatic Cancer Collective's new campaign aims to raise awareness about treatment options to increase diversity in pancreatic cancer clinical trials to ensure patients of all racial and ethnic backgrounds benefit equally from the potential of cancer treatments.
  • "Since the Pancreatic Cancer Collective was launched, nine world-class research teams have made great progress against pancreatic cancer," said Sung Poblete, CEO of Stand Up To Cancer.
  • The Pancreatic Cancer Collective is an initiative of Lustgarten Foundation and Stand Up To Cancer to improve pancreatic cancer patient outcomes.
  • Together, these leading cancer research organizations will attract new collaborators; improve diagnosis of pancreatic cancer using big data; find new treatments for pancreatic cancer; and support the next generation of pancreatic cancer investigators.

America's New Top Dog is… Scruffy

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Monday, November 9, 2020

Scruffy's journey has only gone uphill from there, in fact, he just won the title of America's Top Shelter Dog Makeover in the 2020 Dirty Dogs Contest.

Key Points: 
  • Scruffy's journey has only gone uphill from there, in fact, he just won the title of America's Top Shelter Dog Makeover in the 2020 Dirty Dogs Contest.
  • By spotlighting the influence grooming can have on dog adoption, and awarding the contest winners with grant money, it's their hope more dogs will find forever homes.
  • "Scruffy stands as proof that a good grooming can change a dog's life, and its owner's too."
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