MedWorm.com provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest items from the 'LIVESTRONG Blog' source. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:49:37 +0100 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/448679481/ Lance Armstrong is now 3-for-3 after entering his third cycling competition over the last two weekends, winning the Cat 1 class at the Rocky Hill Roundup in Smithville, Texas on Sunday. Lance also spent some time working in the wind tunnel last week. To keep up with the latest on Lance’s return to cycling, visit LIVESTRONG.com (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1948501 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1948501 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/448727091/ As part of an ongoing series, “Letters to the new president” that will run on CNN.com - Lance opens his letter with the following remarks: “Here’s something that should outrage you: Every day, more than 1,500 Americans die of cancer. Our federal government knows how to prevent many of these losses. Tragically, its attention has simply been elsewhere.” To read his whole letter visit CNN.com (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1948500 Mon, 10 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1948500 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/444680395/ Last night Lance was in San Francisco at the Web 2.0 Summit. Below is the keynote he gave. It is about 40 minutes long, but well worth it in which he talks about a range of subjects including Twitter, Brett Favre, his comeback to cycling and even LL Cool J. So check it out. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1940972 Thu, 06 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1940972 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/443462687/ (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1940973 Wed, 05 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1940973 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/441320961/ (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1931417 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1931417 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/441366349/ While the history was there, it’s doubtful that anyone would have picked Gruene, Texas as the start of Lance Armstrong’s historic comeback to professional road racing. Back in 1996 it was a very different story as Lance, who admittedly “barely could ride a bike” due to cancer treatments, rode with legendary Eddy Merckx in a ceremonial Time Trial circuit. Then in 1997 he rode with teammate Kevin Livingston notching a 2nd place result. Flash ahead 11 years later and Lance had teamed up with longtime friend John “College” Korioth to contest his first TT since July of 2005. Lance started off by winning the individual race Saturday and the 2-man contest with College on Sunday. But as always, the result is only part of the story, here’s a look at what it... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1931416 Mon, 03 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 1931416 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/438423295/ Dr. Bernadine Healy’s cover story on cancer in this week’s U.S. News & World Report takes a positive look to the future of cancer and forecasts the answers may lie in understanding the genetic underpinnings of the disease. Read the full article here. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1925620 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1925620 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/437551550/ It’s with great sadness that the American cancer community bids farewell to Fred Baron.  Fred believed fully in his responsibility to serve others and he did so with all his heart and every resource at his disposal. You could always count on finding Fred on the side of those who needed his determination and wisdom the most. Many great causes benefited from his support but his generosity and dedication to the fight against cancer were singular and unwavering. The fact that we lost him, far too soon, to the very disease that he fought so hard to help defeat is heartbreaking. Hopefully, this tragic loss and the great example he set for us will serve to strengthen our resolve to eradicate cancer.  Our thoughts are with Lisa and Fred’s family as they mark his passing and we will continue ... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1922138 Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1922138 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/437133839/ Let me get right to the point: I have been honored to have been a part of every Austin Ride for the Roses / LIVESTRONG Challenge since its inception in 1997, and I can assure you that this year’s edition was without question the best one to date. For those who are familiar with the weekend, the format hasn’t changed much in recent years. So what was the Big Difference? Balance. The LIVESTRONG Challenge team has really hit its stride, finding just the right mix of LAF mission, great events and venues, and appropriate ways to thank the great folks who help us to inspire and empower those affected by cancer. Here are some recollections from my weekend - and what a weekend it was: Thursday - Picked up my friend and multi-year “yellow jersey” level fundraiser Wendy Chioj... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1922141 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1922141 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/437230254/ American Cancer Society’s Dr. Seffrin and Lance teamed up urge action on HPV vaccines. Please take a moment to check out their joint op ed. Our Vote to End Cervical Cancer By Lance Armstrong and John Seffrin Thursday, October 30, 2008; 12:00 AM Preventing, treating and defeating cancer are among the greatest scientific challenges and personal triumphs of our time. And right now, we have the power to save our mothers, sisters and daughters from a type of cancer that claims a life every two minutes globally. Cervical cancer progresses over decades, attacking women who might never know they are sick until it is too late. It often hits women in their prime, when they’re raising children, working hard and fully engaged in family, community and economic life, making these unnecessar... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1922140 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1922140 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/437279505/ As part of the CBS Evening News Where do They Stand series, they will be airing a special report tonight about where the candidates stand on cancer. Make sure you tune in tonight and let us know what you think after you have watched. UPDATE: The word we are getting is that this piece will NOT run tonight, but instead will now run after the election. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1922139 Thu, 30 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1922139 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/434817626/ While all aspects of the fight against cancer are important, it’s particularly so when a child is involved. We recently received word that Lance’s long-time friend and mentor Jim “Och” Ochowicz’s family has a particularly compelling situation. As you will read below, his nephew went out to do the right thing, give blood to help others, and is now in the fight of his life. Please see Mary’s note and the attached flyer and consider becoming a bone marrow donor. It’s simple, easy, and you never know just whose life you may be saving in the process. It’s something we all can do to help others LIVESTRONG! – Chris… “David is a 16-year-old junior at Whitnall High School in the Milwaukee, Wisconsin area and in need of a bone marrow t... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1915817 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1915817 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/435157175/ (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1915816 Tue, 28 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1915816 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/427629534/ A while ago, I wrote about the LAF partnership with the YMCA of the USA. In that blog, I promised an update and I am keeping my promise. Over the past year, 16 YMCA branches from across the US have participated in the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. This physical activity and wellness program was created as a way to address the specific wants and needs of cancer survivors. The program varies at each YMCA depending on the needs of the cancer survivors within that particular community. Recently, I have had the opportunity to travel to some of these Ys and see the program firsthand. The cancer survivors I have talked with are so grateful that the YMCA and the LAF are working together to help them. In a short period of time, many are seeing the benefits of the exercise with reduced fatigue an... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1897005 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1897005 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/427752505/ Throughout the year thousands of people raise money and awareness for the foundation by participating in Grassroots Fundraising events and our LIVESTRONG Challenge series. All of them have an amazing story to tell and our friends at LIVESTRONG.com have chosen to highlight six of these people as they prepare for the NYC Marathon. So head on over to LIVESTRONG.com and meet the runners. If you are interested in raising money for the LAF by running a marathon - you can learn more here. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1897004 Tue, 21 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1897004 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/423905541/ This past weekend I had the opportunity to meet Darius Rucker (the leader singer of Hootie and the Blowfish) who’s touring for his new cd “Learn to Live”. We had great conversations regarding LAF and his relationship/partnership with Nike, he asked if I had a LIVESTRONG wristband (of course I did) he put it on and said he’d keep it on. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1887405 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1887405 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/424046388/ At the Lance Armstrong Foundation, providing access to helpful information and tools is one of the key ways we fulfill our mission to inspire and empower people battling cancer. Now the LAF is helping to make it easier than ever for those affected by cancer to navigate their cancer experience. From now until December 15, 2008, you can receive free shipping on 20 to 200 LIVESTRONG Survivorship Notebooks (within the US) by visiting www.livestrong.org/notebook/bulk. The notebook itself is always available for free, so right now there is no cost for ordering Notebooks. The easy-to-carry, spiral-bound LIVESTRONG Survivorship Notebook provides a variety of information covering the physical, emotional, and practical issues that may accompany a cancer diagnosis. It also includes worksheets that h... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1887404 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1887404 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/422841597/ I wanted to let everyone know that we have worked with our friends over at LIVESTRONG.com to set up a specific LAF message board.  The moderator of the board is our very own Brooke McMillan. She will be checking in to answer questions that folks have, to offer suggestions and to try and stimulate some conversation around all that is going on here at the LAF. So if you are looking to meet up with some folks when you are in town for the LIVESTRONG Challenge, you have a question about cancer or you just want to hear what others are talking about then stop on by and see what is going on. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1884411 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1884411 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/423106986/ Today is a big day for me and this is a big week in my life. 12 years ago I sat in a military urologist’s office, having done a weekend’s worth of internet research via Alta Vista and Yahoo and told her, “I think I’m here to get a diagnosis of testicular cancer.” She laughed politely and said, “If you don’t mind, I’ll be the judge of that,” went out and looked at my charts and scans, came back in and said, “You’re scheduled for surgery in five hours.” An hour after recovering I was making phone calls I never thought I would to my family and friends, telling them that I had cancer. Fortunately significant progress had been made in the fight against this particular disease, and thanks to more surgery and a couple of rou... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1884410 Thu, 16 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1884410 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/421645256/ This week we lost a key figure in the fight against cancer.  Retired Representative Paul Rogers (D-FL) passed away from lung cancer on Monday.  Representative Rogers served in Congress from 1955 to 1979 and played a major role in the passage of the National Cancer Act of 1971 as chairman of the House Subcommittee on Health and the Environment. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1881391 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1881391 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/421996066/ I just wanted to give everyone a quick update…. You can now follow Lance on Twitter. After we got Doug hooked on it – he got Lance excited about the idea and he has now officially joined. What is Twitter you might be asking? Well twitter is a new social media technology. Like blogging it offers any person the opportunity to publish their thoughts to the world. The difference with Twitter is that it is defined as micro blogging – meaning every post is 140 characters or less. You don’t have to sign up to follow Lance or Doug. www.twitter.com/lancearmstrong www.twitter.com/livestrongceo But it is a lot more fun if you do…. In the coming days I am going to be working on getting Lance’s feed up on the blog – just like Doug’s is now. So keep an eye out for tha... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1881390 Wed, 15 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1881390 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/420747540/ A few members of the LIVESTRONG Army are gearing up to run the NYC Marathon this year. These six runners, who range in age from 21 to 60, are participating in the marathon to raise awareness about this deadly disease, while honoring their friends, family and even their own battles with cancer. They are also members on LIVESTRONG.com and you can read their stories, becomes friends with them, and track their progress from now until race day. Read the six runners stories. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1877202 Tue, 14 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1877202 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/419626317/ Today was another banner day for Team LIVESTRONG.  Runners from all over the country toed the line at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon to raise funds and awareness for the Lance Armstrong Foundation and the fight against cancer.  In addition, we partnered with local Chicago organization and friends Imerman Angels (www.imermanangels.org) and fielded a huge team of runners.  Yellow shirts were all over the course and manhy supporters lined the streets to cheer for our team.  It never ceases to amaze me how many people put themselves on the line to support our cause – it is truly inspiring each and every time. A beautiful morning gave way to a warm and sunny afternoon.  Fortunately, the race organizers were prepared for the temperatures after a rough go last year.  It was a well-s... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1873836 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1873836 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/419772419/ The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) has just released its 2009 Prescription Drug and Health Plan Choices. CMS is encouraging Medicare beneficiaries, their caregivers, and family members to go online and use the tools at online the Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Finder and Medicare Options Compare to compare choices and find a plan that works best for them. This is incredibly important for all those on Medicare - CMS has noted that there will be significant changes in the 2009 plan. From CMS’s press release Acting Administrator Kerry Weems has said “This year it is especially important, now and throughout the upcoming open enrollment period, for beneficiaries to use our online tools to compare their current drug and health plan coverage to the options available... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1873835 Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1873835 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/415881995/ Give 100% of your marathon training and racing miles to a good cause and help fight cancer! Log your miles in Chicago’s Nike+ Marathon Charity Challenge. For this year’s Bank of America Chicago Marathon, Nike and Bank of America will be donating up to $100,000 through the Lance Armstrong Foundation to support programs at Children’s Memorial Hospital and the Imerman Angels. The number of dollars donated depends on the number of miles you run and log through Nike+! To reach our goal of donating $100,000 to charity, we’ll need to have 500,000 Nike+ miles logged between now and midnight on October 12th. We currently have close to 358,000 miles and need your help! Help us join forces with runners around the world as we prepare for the 2008 Bank of America Chicago Maratho... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1866448 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1866448 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/416206360/ Just wanted to share a recent article and video by Time Magazine featuring Lance. Readers from around the world submitted questions for Lance which he answered while at the Clinton Global Initiative in New York. Time Article Time Video (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1866447 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1866447 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/414054594/ Wanted to let y’all know about a post on the Fat Cyclist blog that was posted today. Elden, a long time advocate, and friend of the Foundation, recently had the opportunity to ask Doug a few questions about the Global Cancer Initiative. Elden is a great guy and an incredibly strong person. So head over to Fat Cyclist and find out why Lance is telling Susan to win and see what else Elden is doing in the cancer community. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1860606 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1860606 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/412949519/ This past Saturday people from around the world picked up their Wall Street Journal and read an article that accurately captured why the Lance Armstrong Foundation wants to put a stop to the stigma associated with having cancer. The paper highlighted how difficult it can be to share one’s story with family and friends. Across many cultures, the stigma of cancer results in a deadly silence that keeps folks from seeking treatment and the help they need — in the U.S. and abroad. Take a look at what these people have to say about their cancer experience and when you are done with the article go to our website and learn how you can support the LIVESTRONG Global Cancer Initiative. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1857338 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1857338 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/409315705/ Greetings on a very significant anniversary for all of us here at the LAF. 10//2 is the date back in ‘96 when Lance was given his cancer diagnosis and his life changed forever. To many of us, it’s an example of a day one faces a critical cross roads: How will I choose to deal with this crisis? If you’re Lance, you choose to fight like hell, despite the odds, despite the pain, and throughout the inevitable doubts and fears. And you choose the responsibility of the cured – sharing your story, trying to effect positive change and going on with a great life. But I’ll let him tell you about it. Below is the transcript of his statement to reporters a week after his diagnosis twelve years ago. If you get a chance, give it a read and send us your thoughts. Many thanks and... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1848959 Thu, 02 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1848959 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/408561776/ (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1845870 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1845870 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/406561655/ This Wednesday, October 1st at 10pm EST (times and dates of broadcast differ by location, check your local listings), PBS stations will be airing In The Family. In The Family brings to life the story of young women looking for balance between quality of life and cancer prevention, in the face of a genetic mutation. This film humanizes the statistics and sheds light on the physical and emotional considerations that are part of this arduous decision making process. The Lance Armstrong Foundation believes in everyone’s right to live life on their own terms and In The Family truly demonstrates this principle while highlighting the power of information and virtue of personal strength.  After the broadcast you can visit www.inthefamilyfilm.com to chat about the issues raised in the film with... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1838617 Mon, 29 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1838617 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/404760969/ We are sad to hear that Paul Newman lost his battle to cancer last night. Our thoughts and prayers go to his family and friends. Newman was a hero in the world of philanthropy and his Newman’s Own brand and Hole in the Wall Gang Camp serve as models for all of us trying to make a difference in the lives of others. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1834937 Sat, 27 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1834937 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/404865021/ Reading the news this morning, I was sad to learn that cancer claimed Paul Newman yesterday. Here’s another one of our greatest taken by a disease we can and should do more against.  Our thoughts are with his family and the many people who loved him as they adjust to this profound loss. Few of us haven’t been touched by one of Paul Newman’s films.  And everyone knows he started a multi-million dollar company that poured every dime of profit into charities.  What fewer people knew of was his devotion to children facing cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. He started the Hole in the Wall Gang camp in 1988 to provide children and their families with much-needed R&R, allow them to connect with parents and kids facing the same struggles and let them recharge together in a b... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1834936 Sat, 27 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1834936 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/401349564/ Lance will be appearing on several morning shows before he heads over to take part in the Clinton Global Initiative on Wednesday. So make sure you tune in if you have the chance. CBS Early Show at approximately 7:15 ET CNN American Morning at approximately 7:50 ET Good Morning America at approximately 8:25 ET (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827177 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827177 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/401780645/ Today, Lance Armstrong will appear at the Clinton Global Initiative (CGI) where he will share some of his professional cycling plans and the LAF efforts to fight cancer around the world. Watch the live video stream of the CGI Opening Plenary Session with Lance Armstrong, Bill Clinton, Bono, Al Gore, the President of Liberia and the Queen of Jordan at 10 a.m. ET.* Watch the live video stream of Lance Armstrong’s press conference at 12 p.m. ET.* Thank you for uniting with us to help fight cancer globally. *A live webcast of this Clinton Global Initiative press conference has been provided by kaisernetwork.org, a free health policy news and webcasting service of the Kaiser Family Foundation. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827176 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827176 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/401879537/ Lance, President Clinton and Mayor Bloomberg just spoke and made their case for taking LIVESTRONG global. Mayor Bloomberg and his foundation made a commitment to our global fight. We could not be more excited and thankful to Mayor Bloomberg for joining us in this fight. We would also like to thank President Clinton and all of the staff of the Clinton Global Initiative for allowing Lance to share the stage with so many other amazing people trying to make the world a better place. President Clinton in his remarks referred to Lance as “one leader who empowers others” and that is our hope with this campaign. That Lance, and his return to professional cycling, will serve as a catalyst to bring individuals, organizations, corporations and governments together to fight this disease. M... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827175 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827175 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/401938158/ The Lance Armstrong press conference can be found on the CNN Live website. Once on the CNN page, please click on the “LIVE Video” link. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827174 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827174 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/401972862/ There is a video archive of the CGI Opening Plenary Session with Lance Armstrong, Bill Clinton, Bono, Al Gore, the President of Liberia and the Queen of Jordan as well as Lance’s press conference available on the Kasier Family Foundation website. CGI Opening Plenary Session Press Conference (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827173 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827173 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/402071326/ Press conference done! Great response to the need driving this whole initiative. Lots of cycling questions but even more about cancer and the awareness campaign launched today. Most refreshing and invigorating was “how can I help”, the refrain heard over and over. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827172 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827172 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/402082682/ (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1827171 Wed, 24 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1827171 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/397381573/ Yesterday, Medicare launched a new website for Caregivers of people on Medicare called “ Ask Medicare”to help and assist those who are family members or friends who help people on Medicare. More than 44 million Americans, more than one in five adults, provide care to a loved one, friend or neighbor. Medicare hopes that this new initiative will provide a one-stop Web page for caregivers that provides easy access to useful information about Medicare and other essential resources to help with caregiving. The Ask Medicare Web site will provide links to key partner organizations that assist caregivers and beneficiaries, and present personal stories from caregivers in the community.  The site provides links to address common challenges in working with Medicare such as billing issues, naviga... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1810531 Fri, 19 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1810531 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/396503280/ We wanted to take a quick moment to wish Lance a happy birthday on behalf of all the LAF staff. He is 37 today, which in a weird twist of fate means he was born in the same year that President Nixon declared war on cancer. If you would like to wish Lance a happy birthday leave a comment below and we will make sure he reads them all. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1807213 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1807213 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/393259653/ LIVESTRONG.com dared you to share your story of how you changed your life or the life of someone else. Hundreds accepted the LIVESTRONG.com Dare To Challenge and shared their inspiring videos with LIVESTRONG.com and YouTube communities. Now, it’s down to the 10 finalists, and it’s up to you to choose the winner. It’s your chance to tell the world, which finalist’s story inspired you. Visit livestrong.com, go to www.livestrong.com/contest/youtube-share-your-story/ to vote for your favorite by Sep 21, 2008. You can vote once a day, so make it count. The winner will be announced on Sep 23, 2008. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1795534 Mon, 15 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1795534 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/390738612/ Greetings, all…  as you might imagine, the week here at the LAF started off with a substantial bang Monday morning as word leaked out via Velonews.com that Lance was rumored to be coming back to pro cycling to take on the Tour de France for an unprecedented win #8.   If you’ve ever been around professional sports in any capacity, you know that “rumor control” is among the top ways to get news, or sometimes even create it.  When I was covering the Tour back in the day, journalists would go to the start line Village to not only get coffee and baguettes, but to just listen among those gathered for what the topic of the day was. Then, around the team buses, all it took was a hint from a staff member or rider that something was up, and off you’d go to try and chase it d... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1789479 Fri, 12 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1789479 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/389678225/ I always remember growing up when my parents would talk about historical events and they would tell me in detail where they were when something major transpired. They knew where they were. They knew who was there. They knew what the weather was like. It was almost like they had taken a picture that encompassed all of the elements and it was engrained in their mind. Whether it was John F. Kennedy or Martin Luther King, Jr’s death they remembered the vivid details. As a kid raised in Maryland there were a handful of things I remember vividly in that same regard. I know exactly where I was when the Challenger exploded as it took off for space. The name Christa McAuliffe will forever be emblazoned in my mind. I know exactly where I was when Len Bias, the former University of Maryland basketb... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1786786 Thu, 11 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1786786 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/389058152/ I wanted you to see some pics from the last few days. Training is going well. We have a big mission and your involvement is fueling me. Thanks for all of the comments. Keep them coming. LIVESTRONG, Lance (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1783882 Wed, 10 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1783882 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/387991311/ AUSTIN, Texas – September 9, 2008 – Today, Lance Armstrong, cancer survivor, founder and chairman of the Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF) and cycling champion, released the following statement regarding his return to professional sports: “I am happy to announce that after talking with my children, my family and my closest friends, I have decided to return to professional cycling in order to raise awareness of the global cancer burden. This year alone, nearly eight million people will die of cancer worldwide. Millions more will suffer in isolation, victims not only of the disease but of social stigma. After the passage of Proposition 15 in Texas, a $3 billion investment in the fight against cancer which is helping to make this disease part of the national dialogue in America, it&... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1780580 Tue, 09 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1780580 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/384231313/ The fine folks at Pop Waffle created this animated short on the heels of Stand Up 2 Cancer. Hope you enjoy. (Source: LIVESTRONG Blog) LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1769858 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1769858 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/384317585/ Over the last two weeks all of America has had a chance to hear from both the Democrats and the Republicans about their vision for America - but where do they stand on cancer? Today the Obama campaign released their plan to fight cancer and you can read it here. The McCain campaign also released their plan to fight cancer today and you can read it here. Last month Senator McCain joined us at the LIVESTRONG Summit and shared his thoughts on fighting cancer and you can watch his remarks here. As we move closer to the election it is important for all of us to become educated on the issues that are important to us. We applaud both Senator Obama and Senator McCain for addressing the number one killer of Americans under the age of 85. After you have had a chance to learn what both candidates hav... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1769857 Fri, 05 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1769857 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/LivestrongBlog/~3/383515302/ My name is Eric Perakslis and I am a PhD, kidney cancer survivor and long-time LAF supporter. This year already, I have run the Boston Marathon and the Nike Human race and will also run the New York Marathon all in support of the LAF. This year I also attended the LIVESTRONG Summit in Columbus, OH where I learned many things about how to be a successful grassroots advocate. And I thought you all might be interested in hearing how I have applied my experiences and learning’s from the Summit into the development of a Dream Team proposal for the STAND UP TO CANCER (SU2C) initiative. S2UC is breaking ground on many exciting fronts and one of these is the suggested inclusion of cancer advocates onto each Dream Team. Right now the best and brightest are pulling together Dream Team proposal... LIVESTRONG Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1765776 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:00:00 +0100 1765776