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Spirituality and Cancer
Many people with neuroendocrine cancer look more deeply for meaning in their lives. They want to understand their purpose in life or why they got cancer.
December 19, 2019
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About NETRF
The Neuroendocrine Tumor Research Foundation (NETRF) is the leading private funder of research into causes and treatments of neuroendocrine tumors (NETs) to improve and extend the lives of those living with NETs.
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COMPETE Clinical Trial
A new phase III clinical trial called COMPETE (NCT03049189 ) compares everolimus, an oral targeted therapy, to PRRT with Lu-177 edotreotide, a radiopharmaceutical under development,
November 18, 2019
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Coping with Loss During the Holidays
Following the loss of a loved one, holiday traditions may be more painful than joyful. Many things can trigger memories that seem to amplify your
November 18, 2019
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A Look at Lung NETs
Approximately 20% of all primary lung tumors are neuroendocrine (Hung 2019), including: Typical carcinoid (TC) Atypical carcinoid (AC) Small cell carcinoma (SCC) Large cell carcinoma
November 18, 2019
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Retrospective Art Show Benefits NETRF
The late Carl Schaad captured on canvas the beauty of New England and Italy, with expansive landscapes and small still life. Family and friends gathered
October 22, 2019
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Staying Safe from the Flu
Living with cancer increases your risk for complications from influenza (“flu”). If you have cancer now, have had cancer in the past, or live with
October 21, 2019
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A Great Day for a Victory Lap
Almost 2 years after his NET diagnosis, Maros Felsen organizes and runs a 5K neuroendocrine cancer fundraiser. He’s proof for all that you can lead an active, meaningful, and successful life with neuroendocrine cancer.
October 18, 2019
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She Doesn’t Look Like She Has Cancer
Dr. Elizabeth Zide vs. Neuroendocrine Cancer Members “Nothing But NET” marathon relay team. (left to right) Elizabeth Zide, Alaina Kronenberg, and Cassi Cohen. Her lifestyle
October 15, 2019
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Another Chance at Happiness
Challenging what life is like with NETs. Steven Arrowsmith, MD, travels the globe to treat and train others in childbirth injury surgery while living with a small bowel neuroendocrine tumor.
September 12, 2019
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NETRF launches NETWise podcast
Physicians discuss the basics of NET diagnosis, classification, and progression. Particular attention is paid to the frequency of misdiagnosis. Two patients share their stories of delayed NET diagnosis and treatment due to the misidentification of symptoms.
September 12, 2019
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