MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper Hosted Biden Cancer Community Summit with Congressman Donald Norcross.
On Friday, September 21, 2018, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper in conjunction with U.S. Congressman Donald Norcross (NJ-01) participated in the Biden Cancer Community Summit to hear local perspectives on treatment, proposals for federal actions, and personal stories from a panel of cancer survivors, family caregivers, doctors, and nurses.
“In this midst of our daily work, it’s important to pause and discuss these vital issues. MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper was honored to host this event along with Congressman Norcross,” said Generosa Grana, MD, director of MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper. “We are proud to be one of the organizations across the nation who participated in this important national dialogue.”
The Biden Cancer Initiative was launched to form a cohesive, comprehensive and timely approach to cancer prevention, diagnosis, research and care.
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Congressman Norcross addresses the panel.
Dr. Somer and Dr. Grana listen to cancer survivor Carolyn Shelby.
Congressman Norcross in discussion with Dr. Spitz.
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