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Raise A Paw 2018 is presented by Northwest Community Bank The dog days of summer will be behind us, but Raise a Paw Against Leukemia will be the event of the fall for dogs and their people. iHeart Media will again be running pre-event commercials and be at the event! Location: Simsbury Meadows, 22 Iron Horse Blvd., Simsbury, CT Date: Sunday, October 6, 2019; 10 AM - 2 PM Cost: $5 (children 12 and under, free) to benefit families fighting leukemia and other blood cancers in Connecticut Raise a Paw 2019 will include several exciting and fun features: ● Vendor Fair ● Music ● Dog Walk and Fun Agility Course for dogs and their owners ● Pet Pictures ● Pet Art ● Food Trucks ● And More! Raise a Paw is not only a great event for people, their dogs, and businesses; it’s also a fundraising event for The Rob Branham Foundation, a CT charity that provides financial assistance to CT families fighting leukemia and other blood cancers. Over the past decade, this critical support for families has helped them pay their mortgage or rent, utility and insurance bills, and provide groceries for their families as they deal with the daily stresses of a potentially fatal disease. Help us ‘Raise a Paw’ against leukemia and other blood cancers - hope to see you and your dog there! A variety of sponsorship levels are available including advertising in the event program guide. Booth Space available – $50 for businesses and $25 for nonprofits!
Questions? Contact Carol Reilly at raiseapaw2019@gmail.com
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Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a type of cancer that starts in the lymph system. The lymph system is part of the immune system. In this type of lymphoma, tumors start for a cell type called lymphocytes. They are a form of white blood cell.
In 2018, the estimated number of new Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cases was 74,680 in the US. In the US, 71.4% of patients survive after 5 years or more of being diagnosed with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. This means out of 100 patients with Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, about 71 patients have survived the disease for 5 years or more. Risk factors There are certain factors that increase the chances of having Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
There are certain symptoms and signs associated with Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. These include painless enlarged lymph nodes in the neck, underarms or groin, belly discomfort/swelling, pain in a patient’s trunk, shortness of breath, coughing, feeling tired all the time, higher body temperature, sweating at night, unplanned loss of weight. Diagnosis There are certain tests that a doctor might use to see if a patient has non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Treatment options The treatment options for Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma include the following:
References: “Cancer Stat Facts: Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.” National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute, 2019, https://seer.cancer.gov/statfacts/html/nhl.html “Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.” Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2019. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/non-hodgkins-lymphoma/symptoms-causes/syc-20375680 Web links about Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma Non-Hodgkin Lymphomas https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/blood-disorders/lymphomas/non-hodgkin-lymphomas Non-Hodgkin lymphoma https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/000581.htm Hodgkin’s Lymphoma is a disease of the lymph system. The lymph system is a part of the immune system. This disease is caused by irregular cells in the lymph system. The irregular cells do not grow like normal lymph cells.
In 2018, the estimated number of new Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cases was 8,500 in the US. In the US, 86.6% of patients survive after 5 years or more of being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma. This means out of 100 patients with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, about 87 patients have survived the disease for 5 years or more. Risk Factors The things that raise the chances of having Hodgkin's lymphoma include:
Symptoms of Hodgkin’s Lymphoma include: swelling lymph nodes in the neck-groin or underarm, constant feeling of tiredness, increases in temperature, sweating at night, unplanned loss of weight, irritated and scratchy skin, effects of alcohol are more pronounced, and pain after alcohol consumption near lymph nodes. Diagnosis Based on a patient’s personal/familial medical history, a doctor may conduct tests to establish if there is a diagnosis of Hodgkin's lymphoma.
“Cancer Stat Facts: Hodgkin Lymphoma.” National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute, 2019, https://seer.cancer.gov/statfacts/html/hodg.html . “Hodgkin's lymphoma (Hodgkin's disease).” Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2019. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hodgkins-lymphoma/symptoms-causes/syc-20352646. Myeloma
Myeloma is a type of cancer that affects white blood cells. Specifically, it affects the plasma cells. Plasma cells create antibodies. These antibodies help a patient’s body find germs and fight off infection. Myeloma occurs when unhealthy or cancer cells gather in bone marrow. These cancer cells overcrowd the normal blood cells. The cancer cells cannot make normal antibodies, instead they make irregular proteins. These irregular proteins can cause problems in the body. In 2018, the estimated number of new myeloma cases of 30,770 in the US. In the US, 50.7% of patients survive after 5 Years or more of being diagnosed with myeloma. This means out of 100 patients with myeloma, about 50 patients have survived the disease for 5 years or more. Risk Factors Factors that can increase your chances of having myeloma include:
The signs and symptoms myeloma can be different for every person. There may not be signs early on for patients with myeloma. When and if there are symptoms, a patient might experience bone aches, nausea, constipation, a loss of appetite/hunger, foggy thoughts or confusion, fatigue, repeated infections, patients may feel more thirsty than usual, patients may lose weight, legs may feel weak or numb. Diagnosis There are several tests that can help diagnosis myeloma. Some of these tests may be conducted by your provider if they suspect Myeloma. Your doctor may find myeloma by coincidence with some routine tests. These tests include:
Treatment Options
Before a transplant there are a few steps that are taken. Progenitor or Stem blood cells are collected. Chemotherapy is then used to kill off the sickly bone marrow cells. The healthy stem cells are then injected back into the body and help to recreate healthy bone marrow cells.
References: “Cancer Stat Facts: Myeloma.” National Institutes of Health National Cancer Institute, 2019, https://seer.cancer.gov/statfacts/html/mulmy.html “Multiple-Myeloma.” Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research, 2019, www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-myeloma/symptoms-causes/syc-20353378 . Web links about Myleloma: Patient education: Multiple myeloma symptoms, diagnosis, and staging (Beyond the Basics) https://www.uptodate.com/contents/multiple-myeloma-symptoms-diagnosis-and-staging-beyond-the-basics Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma)—Patient Version https://www.cancer.gov/types/myeloma Multiple Myeloma https://www.merckmanuals.com/home/blood-disorders/plasma-cell-disorders/multiple-myeloma Multiple Myeloma https://medlineplus.gov/multiplemyeloma.html What Is Multiple Myeloma? https://www.cancer.org/cancer/multiple-myeloma/about/what-is-multiple-myeloma.html SAVE THE DATE! SUNDAY, MARCH 17TH | 4-7PM  Enjoy an evening of Bowling (with or without Brews, we'll leave that up to you!) on St. Patty's Day, Sunday, March 17th to benefit The Rob Branham Foundation.
Lessard Lanes 136 New Britain Ave, Plainville, CT 06062 Tickets are $50 for adults and $40 for children 12 and under Ticket price includes:
Event Sponsorships Available! Partner with The Rob Branham Foundation for our annual St. Patrick's Day event, Bowl & Brews! For more information contact Carol Reilly. 
Rob was raised in Stamford, and lived the last 17 years of his life in Simsbury. He was an avid runner and water skier, loved music, and collected antique radios and televisions. He began his broadcasting career in high school, and worked at leading radio and television stations throughout Connecticut. Rob’s honesty and integrity built him a reputation as a hard-working, well-respected salesman.
He proudly worked for 10 years as a volunteer reader for the blind on the Connecticut Radio Information System (CRIS). He also participated in various fundraisers sponsored by Fidelco, the Advertising Club of CT, and the Leukemia Society. Rob’s international search for a non-related marrow donor sparked great interest in and compassion for other people stricken with leukemia who were not as fortunate to find donors. He made a pledge to himself that, after his recovery, he would actively work to recruit potential bone marrow donors, especially for minority populations. Rob was diagnosed with leukemia in January 1992. After a year and a half search for a non-related donor, Rob underwent a bone marrow transplant at Brigham & Women’s Hospital in Boston. The transplant was successful, and on September 3, 1993, Rob went home to begin his recovery. During this time, unexpected complications arose, which eventually claimed Rob’s life on October 12, 1993, at the young age of 43. Thanks to all of our sponsors, vendors, advertisers, dogs, and people who came out to Raise a Paw Against Leukemia on Sunday, September 30! The weather was perfect, the pooches well behaved, and vendors’ products and services amazing! Our hosts - Renee DiNino, Erika Arias, and Steve Parker - were a special highlight for us. Whether you and your pooch ‘raised a paw’ on the dog challenge course, at the Pet Poses booth, by winning a drawing prize, or by visiting vendors, YOUR support helps The Rob Branham Foundation build awareness of the need to support CT families fighting blood cancers. Hope to see you, your pooch and your posse next year at Raise a Paw Against Leukemia on Sunday, October 6, 2019 at Simsbury Meadows!  Raise a Paw Against Leukemia (formerly known as Woofstock) will be the event of the fall for dogs and their people Hosted by Renee DiNino of iHeart Media and Steve Parker of WTIC-AM! Raise a Paw 2018 will include several exciting and fun features:
Raise a Paw is not only a great event for people, their dogs, and businesses; it’s also a fundraising event for The Rob Branham Foundation, a CT charity that provides financial assistance to CT families fighting leukemia and other blood cancers. Over the past decade, this critical support for families has helped them pay their mortgage or rent, utility and insurance bills, and provide groceries for their families as they deal with the daily stresses of a potential fatal disease. Help us ‘Raise a Paw’ against leukemia and other blood cancers - hope to see you and your dog there!
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