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Ovarian Cancer
Karen Shmerling credits daughter, Michelle, a physician’s assistant at Emory University, with taking the JSCREEN test and allowing them both to decide on the best next steps.
November 30, 2022, 12:04 pm
JSCREEN Saves Mother and Daughter
Karen Shmerling recounts her journey, along with her physician assistant daughter, to the genetic discovery that inspired them to form a plan of action. Note that Ashkenazi Jews have higher odds for the BRCA gene.
By Marcia Caller Jaffe
Dr. David Frank leads the Hematology Division at the Winship Cancer Institute and Emory University School of Medicine.
November 12, 2021, 1:55 pm
David Frank Joins Emory’s Winship Cancer Institute
The institute will move into the spotlight, becoming “more of destination nationally for people seeking outstanding medical care for cancer and blood disorders.”
By Robyn Spizman Gerson
Dr. Benedict Benigno calls a reliable test for ovarian cancer one of the most elusive goals of oncology.
September 30, 2021, 4:46 pm
Early Ovarian Cancer Test In the Works
Ashkenazi Jewish women may be particularly at risk for the deadly disease that often strikes with little warning.
By Bob Bahr
Jan Jaben-Eilon
March 13, 2019, 2:01 pm
Jan Jaben-Eilon has Israel and News in her Blood
A dual citizen of Israel and the U.S., not to mention a world traveler, Jaben-Eilon knew since childhood she wanted to live in the Jewish state and be a journalist.
By Roni Robbins
Gilda Radner and Gene Wilder were married for seven years before she died.
February 13, 2019, 2:19 pm
‘Love, Gilda’ Looks at Love in All the Right Places
Lisa D’Apolito’s documentary film, which is being screened at this year’s Atlanta Jewish Film Festival, is a loving tribute to the spirit of Gilda Radner.
By Bob Bahr
January 23, 2019, 3:00 pm
Gilda’s Community Serves Atlanta Cancer Patients
When famed comedian Gilda Radner was struggling with the fight of her life against ovarian cancer, she reluctantly visited The Wellness Center in Santa Monica.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
January 23, 2019, 1:44 pm
Love, Gilda
If you don’t know who Gilda Radner was, you’re probably still in – or yet to reach – your third decade.
By Jan Jaben-Eilon
Founder and CEO of the Ovarian Cancer Institute, Dr. Benedict Benigno (center) is surrounded by cancer survivors Georgette Robertson and Ann Pinyan.
October 18, 2018, 4:11 pm
Breakthrough Cancer Tests on Horizon
The Ovarian Cancer Institute raises half of what is needed for validation of the ovarian cancer blood test, which costs $300,000.
By Roni Robbins
Dale Bearman proves he was telling the truth at the start of his Best Strokes speech when he said he’s a crier.
April 4, 2018, 2:45 pm
Panel Sees Personalized Promise Against Cancer
Hadassah and Northside Hospital explore the advances made in research and treatment.
March 29, 2018, 6:23 am
15th Ovarian Cycle Spins April 15
The Atlanta-born cancer fundraiser is taking place at CycleBar Dunwoody.
OB-GYN Dale Bearman is being honored for his leadership in using genetic testing to predict cancer risk.
February 27, 2018, 3:40 am
Hadassah Expands Cancer Fundraiser
The Best Strokes art unveiling and gala March 18 targets ovarian as well as breast cancer.
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