Cancer prevention efforts in full swing
Spring 2016
Promise is published four times a year by The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center and is dedicated to our friends who have joined us in Making Cancer History®.
Documentary celebrates the life, legacy of pediatric cancer advocate
James Ragan
Ted Topolski, 74, of Houston, is a survivor of four cancers: B-cell
lymphoma, lung cancer, gastrointestinal cancer and skin cancer. Retired
from technology sales at IBM and BMC Software, Topolski is the father of
three and grandfather of six.
Stephanne Davenport, a breast cancer survivor, is the treasurer of
Montgomery County, Texas. Davenport has served in many leadership roles,
helping found the Montgomery County Association of Business Women and
earning the Women of Distinction award in 2013 from the Montgomery
County Women's Council of Organizations. Throughout her treatment,
Davenport served as a voice for her community.
As a rising senior at Plano West Junior High School last year, Rissa
Broudy was challenged by her Advanced Placement English teacher to
address a meaningful problem that affects the lives of many. Rissa was
inspired by the perseverance of her father, Scott Broudy, a melanoma and
head and neck cancer patient at MD Anderson, and the care he receives at
the institution. She saw the assignment as a way to spread melanoma
prevention awareness and contribute to a family endowment named for
Rissa and her sister, Linsey. In the process, she says, she learned the
responsibility of a lifelong obligation and commitment to MD Anderson.
ACT for NIH leads successful grassroots effort
The Emma Jacobs Breast Cancer Foundation funds $200,000 for MD Anderson research
Cells donated, endowment created to support rare cancer research
VanLoh family supports moon shot efforts for early detection
Family invests in mobile technology to improve information access
On the eve of MD Anderson's 11th annual educational seminar in the Palm
Beach area, a reception hosted by Louise and Red Armour at the
International Polo Club in Wellington, Fla. gave guests an opportunity
to meet with leading oncologists and learn about the institution's
mission to end cancer.
Learn more about the latest discoveries and developments at The
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.
Award recipients demonstrate innovation in Making Cancer History®
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Winter 2017
e-Philanthropy program raises support for patients with just a few clicks
Fall 2016
MD Anderson Cancer Center’s 75th Anniversary Celebration
Summer 2016
A win-win-win situation
Winter 2016
Global ambassadors with a collective goal
Fall 2015
25 Years of Cheer
Summer 2015
PUTTing an end to cancer
Spring 2015
A good day in cancer land
Winter 2015
Stripes aligns with MD Anderson
Fall 2014
EndTobacco
Summer 2014
Fueled by philanthropy
Spring 2014
The power of giving
Winter 2014
Washington, D.C. event honors James A. Baker, III
Fall 2013
Pedaling for a cure
Summer 2013
Lyda Hill commits $50 million to Moon Shots Program
Spring 2013
A bright future for philanthropy
Fall 2012
The time is now
Summer 2012
A leap into the future with telemedicine
Spring 2012
An infinite desire to help
Fall 2011
Data Deluge
Summer 2011
Taking a bite out of cancer: Crave Cupcakes partners with Arts in
Medicine program
Spring 2011
A Global Force Against Cancer: MD Anderson Once Again Ranked No. 1
Fall 2010
Measuring Value
Summer 2010
Among Friends: Lanie Rose
Spring 2010
Making Cancer History®:
Fall 2009
Practicing the Art of the Possible
Summer 2009
Polo on the Prairie Brings World-Class Polo to West Texas
Spring 2009
The BATTLE Toward Personalized Lung Cancer Therapy