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 The Lance Armstrong Foundation unites people to fight cancer believing that unity is strength, knowledge is power, and attitude is everything. The foundation funds cancer survivorship research that builds on the body of knowledge and services to improve quality of life for cancer survivors across physical, psychosocial and practical challenges.
In addition, they fund community-based participatory research (CBPR), through which community members and researchers collaborate in a mutual learning process to research and solve survivorship issues identified by the community.
Since 1998, the LAF has awarded more than $20.3 million in research grants. For more information about this foundation, visit the website at www.livestrong.org.
 The Northeast Ohio Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure is the primary breast health resource in the region. We empower more people in all of our communities to take charge of their breast health by providing access to a comprehensive support network of education, screening, and treatment, thereby increasing survival rates.
As excellent financial stewards, each year we grant money to worthy local organizations. This year we granted over $1.1 million locally, the largest amount ever in Northeast Ohio, and we hope to increase that number each year with the help of our supporters and activists.
Every day, every where, our compassionate, dedicated volunteer activists touch the lives of those in our service area.
Join us on September 15, 2007 as we Race for the Cure in downtown Cleveland.
For more information about KomenNortheast Ohio, our upcoming events, and the programs we fund please visit our website at www.KomenNEOhio.org
 , one of the top three hospitals in America as ranked by U.S.News & World Report, offers a multidisciplinary team of highly skilled specialists who provide comprehensive, coordinated care to patients with breast cancer.
The Cleveland Clinic Breast Center team is a national leader in pioneering new techniques for early-stage diagnosis and personalized treatment plans to provide patients with the highest likelihood of achieving permanent remission.
Make a gift to Cleveland Clinic at clevelandclinic.org/giving
The American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, the ACS has state divisions and more than 3,400 local offices. Beginning in 1946 with $1 million, the Society’s research program has invested about $3 billion in cancer research. The goal of the American Cancer Society (ACS) is to prevent cancer, save lives, and diminish suffering from cancer. Learn more about ACS and what they do by visiting the website, www.cancer.org.
National Breast Cancer Foundation
Founded in 1991, The National Breast Cancer Foundation mission is to save lives by increasing awareness of breast cancer through education and by providing mammograms for those in need. Since its inception, NBCF has played a vital role in helping tens of thousands of women through educational programs and free mammograms. Because of the generous donations of both individuals and corporations, we have developed strong partnerships with medical facilities, associations and corporations across the country. We are grateful for their continued efforts in reaching out to save lives every day. Visit the website at www.nationalbreastcancer.org.
Ohio State’s Comprehensive Cancer Center
James Cancer Hospital (OSUCCC - James)
As an international leader in cancer research that translates to high-quality patient care and educational programs for residents of central Ohio and beyond, the OSUCCC - James helps reduce cancer morbidity and mortality so cancer patients can become survivors. The OSUCCC - James is dedicated to translating research into high-quality patient care and educational programs for residents of central Ohio and beyond. We are one of only 39 institutions in the United States designated by the National Cancer Institute as a Comprehensive Cancer Center and the only freestanding cancer hospital in the Midwest.
The James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute has been providing innovative cancer care for patients and families since opening in July 1990.
This year, the James was again rated as one of "America's Best Hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Visit their website at http://medicalcenter.osu.edu/.
 The MetroHealth System is one of the nation’s largest and most successful public health care providers. With its commitment to high quality health care, research, education, and community service, MetroHealth is able to provide the best care to each patient.
Specialized services include a Level I trauma center, nationally recognized rehabilitation institute, comprehensive care in cancer, senior health, community health, high-risk obstetrics, neonatal intensive care, women’s health, pediatrics, and medical and surgical subspecialties.
For more information about The MetroHealth System, visit www.metrohealth.org.
MetroHealth Cancer Care Center:
The MetroHealth Cancer Care Center provides expert care in the prevention, detection, treatment, and support of cancer diagnoses.
Specialized medical expertise, combined with advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques, gives patients access to the most effective options for their individual situations.
The Center also provides many outreach and community activities, such as cancer screenings, educational sessions, and free mammograms to underserved and underinsured women.
 With 150 locations throughout Northeast Ohio, University Hospitals serves the needs of patients through an integrated network of hospitals, outpatient centers and primary care physicians.
At the core of our Health System is University Hospitals Case Medical Center. The primary affiliate of Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, University Hospitals Case Medical Center is home to some of the most prestigious clinical and research centers of excellence in the nation and the world, including cancer, pediatrics, women's health, orthopedics and spine, radiology and radiation oncology, neurosurgery and neuroscience, cardiology and cardiovascular surgery, organ transplantation and human genetics.
Its main campus includes the internationally celebrated Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital, ranked best in the Midwest and first in the nation for the care of critically ill newborns; MacDonald Women's Hospital, Ohio's only hospital for women; and Ireland Cancer Center, which holds the nation's highest designation by the National Cancer Institute of Comprehensive Cancer Center.
For more information, go to www.uhhospitals.org/
 Southwest General Health Center is a private, not-for-profit, 340-bed facility serving southwestern Cuyahoga, eastern Lorain and northern Medina counties. Founded in 1920 by citizens of the surrounding communities, Southwest General has a rich history of community partnership and a deep commitment to providing a healthy future for the patients, families and communities it serves.
The health center offers a full range of services with an eye toward excellence and individual attention. This is perhaps best expressed in Southwest General’s mission statement: Health is our Business; Quality is our Focus; Compassion is our Way.
Education
Southwest General Health Center offers a variety of health education classes and support groups to help you and your family begin or maintain a healthy lifestyle. Support groups are free of charge. Residents of Southwest General’s taxing district -- Berea , Brook Park , Columbia Township , Middleburg Heights , Olmsted Falls and Strongsville -- receive a 20 percent discount on registration fees for most education classes.
For class and support group descriptions and information on dates, times, locations and fees, click http://www.swgeneral.com/ to view the Education section of Southwest Today, the health center’s biannual publication mailed to surrounding communities in March and September. If you have questions, or for more information, please call the Education Department at 440-816-8035.
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