NEW CITY, N.Y., December 8, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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The Pancreatic Cancer Early Detection (PRECEDE) Consortium, a beacon of hope in the global fight against pancreatic cancer, hosted its fifth annual meeting at the Cornell Tech Verizon Center on Roosevelt Island. This significant event, which took place on December 6th and 7th, marked a critical juncture in PRECEDE's mission to dramatically improve pancreatic cancer survival rates through early detection and prevention.
Pancreatic cancer, known for its low survival rate and rapid progression, has long cast a shadow over countless lives. The five-year survival rate stands at a mere 12%. PRECEDE, with its groundbreaking approach and international collaboration, aims to revolutionize this statistic, targeting an ambitious increase to 50% within the next decade.
Over 50 leading academic medical centers from around the globe highlight PRECEDE's remarkable growth and unwavering commitment. The consortium has now assembled the largest cohort of high-risk patients, supported by an unprecedented collection of longitudinal clinical data and biospecimens. This collaborative effort is not just a scientific endeavor; it's a lifeline to millions at risk of this devastating disease.
"Early detection of pancreatic cancer is not just a medical challenge; it's a promise of life," said Diane Simeone, MD, Chair, at PRECEDE. "Our collaborative model, focusing on risk modeling, screening, and prevention, particularly for those with heritable risks, is a game-changer. We are not just conducting research; we are saving lives."
Families and communities worldwide have felt the heart-wrenching impact of a disease that offers little warning and fewer options for treatment. PRECEDE's work is a beacon of hope, shining a light on the possibility of a future where this cancer can be detected early and managed effectively.
As PRECEDE entered its fifth year, the consortium is witnessing exponential growth, both in its research capabilities and its potential to make a tangible difference. The collaboration, data sharing, and innovative approaches discussed and developed at the meeting are expected to usher in a new era in the fight against pancreatic cancer.
The PRECEDE Consortium's work is a testament to the power of unity in the face of adversity. By bringing together the brightest minds and the most advanced resources, PRECEDE stands at the forefront of a movement that is not just about scientific discovery, but about giving patients and families hope, time, and a fighting chance against pancreatic cancer.
For more information about PRECEDE and its mission, please visit precedestudy.org
Supporting this critical research is Trovanow, a dedicated non-profit charity. Trovanow plays a vital role in funding and facilitating the groundbreaking work undertaken by PRECEDE. Contributions to Trovanow directly bolster the efforts to transform pancreatic cancer from a deadly disease to a manageable condition. Join this noble cause, visit trovanow.org and help support our efforts in making a significant difference in the lives of those affected by pancreatic cancer.
Contact Information:
Ron Horvat
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Walter Werzowa at Happy Mama Expo Headlining Reach's Happy Mama Expo will be Walter Werzowa, award-winning Austrian composer and CEO of HealthTunes, on Saturday, Oct. 22
The Happy Mama Expo is focused on Reach Healthcare's comprehensive Happy Mama platform and app designed to improve the delivery and wellness of maternal health, from end to end. This platform was designed for and with pregnant women. It provides physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, and economic support for those planning, expecting, and starting new families. Happy Mama guides and enables women to customize their experiences ranging from pre-conception, pregnancy, labor, and delivery to 12 months postpartum. In recognition of its leading-edge innovations, Happy Mama was the winner of a 2022 International CES Innovations Award.
Registration for the virtual Happy Mama Expo is open and admission is free. Get your ticket today. More info at http://happymama.global
Headlining Reach's Happy Mama Expo will be Walter Werzowa, award-winning Austrian composer and CEO of HealthTunes, on Saturday, Oct. 22. "Music brings us together. It touches and moves us and creates a bond between you and your baby," describes Werzowa. At the Happy Mama Expo, Werzowa will demonstrate the art of music and guided meditations on the mother's well-being and health.
Werzowa is famous for corporate jingles, including mnemonics for Intel (the most performed audio branding mnemonic and melody in broadcast history), Samsung, T-Mobile, Humana, UC Health, Pantene, TBS, Fox Sports, and many more. Werzowa is also acclaimed for his artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled completion of Beethoven's unfinished Tenth Symphony.
Additional announcements about collaborations between Happy Mama and HealthTunes will be made on Oct. 22.
MATERNAL CHALLENGES
U.S. maternal morbidity and mortality rates have worsened over the last few decades and too many women suffer PTSD related to traumatic birth incidents.
Reach's Happy Mama innovative platform was designed for and with pregnant women to improve the delivery of maternal health, from end-to-end. While today's pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum care are focused primarily on the physical aspects, it often neglects the woman's emotional and psychological needs during the pregnancy journey.
Clinical studies indicate that music and sound offer positive physiological benefits as a digital therapeutic modality during childbirth and the postpartum journey. It has been shown to reduce pain and anxiety, enhance a woman's self-confidence and sense of control, as well as improve her postpartum well-being.
In 2021, The Journal of Music Theory featured an article entitled The Effects of Music on Pain: A Meta-Analysis. This is one of several studies illustrating the positive benefits of sound and music on maternal-infant health. This report cited decreased pain, emotional distress, heart rate, blood pressure, and respiration rate as well as decreased use of anesthesia and pain medication. Other studies indicate reduced premature births, cesareans, and postpartum depression.
"There is a growing opportunity for healthcare providers to create better labor and delivery experiences, and for pregnant women to feel safe and have a true sense of control during childbirth," points out Fran Ayalasomayajula, Reach's CEO. The Happy Mama mission aligns with the White House Blueprint for Addressing the Maternal Health Crisis and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)'s "Birthing-Friendly" hospital designation.
Happy Mama offers a seamless end-to-end journey, starting with its consumer therapy app for home use; Happy Mama's maternal health program for hospitals and birth centers for labor and delivery; and then returning home for the postnatal/postpartum journey.
OTHER COLLABORATIONS
The HealthTunes collaboration joins others within the Reach and Happy Mama orbit. At its 2021 Happy Mama launch, Reach announced its partnership with Harman International, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. that is focused on connected technologies for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. Happy Mama works with Harman's Digital Transformation Solutions (DTS) and Harman Audio which includes Harman Kardon, JBL, AKG, and many others.
MORE ABOUT THE HAPPY MAMA EXPO
The Happy Mama Expo is Saturday, Oct. 22, from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. EDT.
It's the biggest virtual maternity fair of 2022. It is a free, general public event. The purpose of the event is for expecting and new moms and their care teams to find solutions to their needs along the journey to motherhood and to help prevent avoidable pregnancy-related complications. The program is holistic and touches on a variety of topics, including maternal mental health and well-being, heart health, nutrition, and career management. This event also offers live entertainment, trivia, digital swag bags, cool prizes, and more.
REACH is a 501c3 global innovative social impact organization whose mission is to improve and transform healthcare delivery and outcomes for providers and patients, as well as to offer cost-effective solutions for payers.
Maternal mortality and morbidity prevention is a top priority area for the organization. Reach is the founder of the National Save Moms Campaign (http://savemoms.us), Save Moms Global (http://savemoms.global), Maternal Application of Technology for Community Health (MATCH) Coalition (http://matchcoalition.us), and Happy Mama (http://happymama.global)
Reach, established in 2016, is focused on pragmatically improving large-scale and sustainable health programs for enhanced healthcare equity, access, and delivery based on its four pillars: (1) Research to identify where change is needed that could result in actionable outcomes; (2) Education; (3) Thought Leadership and (4) Innovative Immersive Special Interest Therapeutic Platforms, including Happy Mama, focused on maternal health for mothers as well as clinicians; Workforce Wellness to tackle clinician burnout; and IB Healthy Wellness and Remote Care digital therapeutics for rehab, chronic disease management, healthy aging, and more.
Reach welcomes new partnerships, sponsorships, and grassroots affiliates as it works to drive massive impact for better and more equitable health care outcomes.
Contact Information:
Matt Walker
Community Outreach Lead [email protected]
619-800-6443
