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There are countless non-profit organizations out there that work tirelessly to improve the lives of those affected by medical conditions. It can be difficult to keep track of all of them, especially if you’re not familiar with the work they do. That’s why we’ve created this section of our website specifically for non-profit news and updates.

Here, you will find information on the latest initiatives undertaken by various non-profit groups, as well as news and updates on the progress of medical research and advocacy. We hope this section will help raise awareness about the important work being done.

AAOS IDEA Grant Program Opens:...

April 1, 2024

"The programs selected for an AAOS IDEA Grant will help to cultivate meaningful and measurable opportunities across orthopaedics, acting as a springboard for change within our profession," said AAOS Diversity Advisory Board Chair Holly Tyler-Paris Pilson, MD, FAAOS, FAOA. "This is not about checking a box; this call for proposals opens a door for funding directly to the local and regional orthopaedic programs and organizations who are training the current and next generation."

Minimally Invasive Procedure May Spare...

March 26, 2024

In a 10-center study, microwave ablation offered progression-free survival rates and fewer complications than surgery in the treatment of a form of thyroid cancer known as papillary thyroid carcinoma (PTC), according to research published today in Radiology, a journal of the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA).

AAOS IDEA Grant Program Opens: Call for Proposals that Fuel the Future of Orthopaedics

April 1, 2024

High Schooler (Rakshith Srinivasan) Empowers Youth with Nonprofit “Unlimited Potential”, Raises $100,000 for Sports Medicine Research and Advocacy

Rakshith Srinivasan, a driven high school student from Eastside Preparatory School, Kirkland, WA, has founded a nonprofit organization called Unlimited Potential (UP). UP is dedicated to generating awareness and fundraising for sports medicine research, aiming to empower children with physical disabilities and chronic health conditions to participate in school sports with ease. Rakshith Srinivasan's passion for sports medicine research and STEM awareness has led him to create UP and make a difference in the lives of young athletes within the community.

June 4, 2023

City of Hope Researchers to Present New Treatments for Blood, Prostate and Other Cancers at 2023 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting

This year's ASCO Annual Meeting highlights the exceptional work City of Hope doctors and scientists are leading with the hope of finding better treatments against a wide range of cancers," said Steven T. Rosen, M.D., City of Hope provost and chief scientific officer, Irell & Manella Cancer Center Director's Distinguished Chair.

May 26, 2023

Photon-Counting CT Offers Superior Imaging in Babies with Heart Defects

Photon-Counting CT is an emerging imaging technique that counts the exact number and measures the energy of incoming x-ray photons.

May 16, 2023

Pulmonary Fibrosis Foundation Urges Patients to Use Only FDA-Approved Oxygen Delivery Devices

The statement advises the patient community to use only FDA approved oxygen delivery devices as prescribed by their doctor. Individuals should not purchase an oxygen supply device without a prescription from a healthcare provider because doing so may lead to serious health problems. In addition, non-FDA approved oxygen delivery systems may not reliably deliver oxygen.

May 8, 2023

Beltone Celebrates Roberta Miller’s 60th Anniversary; To be Honored with Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Hearing Society

Gitte Aabo, CEO of GN Hearing (Beltone’s parent company) remarked, “Throughout her career in Beltone, Roberta Miller has fully demonstrated the values Listen, Transform and Challenge, which are the three pillars for our culture. By her genuine care and interest in others, she is a great example of how to bring people closer to one another from an external as well as internal point of view – congratulations, Roberta you are an excellent role model.”

April 25, 2023

Gilda’s Club Twin Cities Launches Oncology-Focused Initiative to Reach Medically Underserved Communities Via FCC’s Affordable Connectivity Program

“It’s estimated that 34,380 people will be diagnosed with cancer this year across Minnesota. Through this first-of-its-kind initiative, we can reach even more people impacted by cancer with valuable resources that can help contribute to improved outcomes,” said Katherine Todd, DNP, MBA, RN, Gilda’s Club Twin Cities executive director. “We’re proud to be the first of several CSC network partners to embrace this novel program to grow community and to deliver social and emotional support to those who otherwise may not have access.”

April 13, 2023

ACC Cardio-oncology Course Equips Clinicians, Researchers with Tools to Improve Cardiovascular Care for Cancer Patients

Ana Barac, MD, PhD, FACC, and Bonnie Ky, MD, MSCE, FACC, will serve as co-directors for the course, which will be available both in-person and online. The course will bring together clinicians and researchers from across the globe to share emerging strategies and best practices for managing the cardiovascular health of cancer patients.

April 10, 2023

The Human Factors and Ergonomics Society Presents Symposium on Health Care Featuring Technologies and Techniques to Transform Training, Safety and Success in Healthcare

Human Factors and Ergonomics Society symposium will be held at the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort in Orlando, FL. This event serves as the premiere conference at the intersection of human factors and health care and will feature five tracks, including Digital Health, Hospital Environments, Patient Safety Research and Initiatives, Education and Simulation and Medical and Drug Delivery Devices.

March 7, 2023

Society of Interventional Radiology Inducts New Fellows

Physicians recognized for achievements in research, teaching, published works and leadership at Society of Interventional Radiology 2023 Annual Scientific Meeting.

March 7, 2023