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Turning the Tide: A Decade of Reflection and Advocacy Since My Cancer Diagnosis

It's been a decade since the words "you have cancer" pierced my reality. Sometimes, it feels as fresh as yesterday; other times, it seems like a lifetime ago. Life now bears little resemblance to what I envisioned before June 2014. Yet, when I attempt to imagine an alternate reality void of cancer's intrusion, I find myself at a loss. Surprisingly, my life has been enriched in ways I couldn't fathom.

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Movember®: The Meaning Behind the ‘Stache

Every November, Olympus Corporation of the Americas participates in Movember’s charity event to help raise awareness of men’s mental and physical health concerns. This year, Olympus employees will be invited to “grow a MO” and use their mustache as a conversation starter about men’s health or pledge to walk 60 miles in November.

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COPD Awareness Month: Take a Breath, Take Control

But people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) who experience shortness of breath, coughing, wheezing, and chest tightness may feel a loss of control over respiratory symptoms that impact daily life.(4,5) To that end, November is COPD Awareness Month, a time to encourage people with these symptoms to reach out for help, and take back control while it’s still possible.

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Pancreatic Cancer: From Knowledge Comes Strength

No two patient journeys are the same, but there are common experience threads in these stories from patients diagnosed with pancreatic cancer: unexplained symptoms, a desire for an accurate diagnosis, news that changes their lives, and a relentless pursuit of hope in treatment. We are grateful to all the patients and their families who have shared their journeys, including our latest story about Bob.

Medical Technologies

Exclusive Q&A with Newly Appointed Director of Olympus Innovation Ventures

Abby Hunter-Syed has always been fascinated with innovation, particularly how technologies are leveraged to improve lives. That is one of the reasons why she’s so thrilled to be appointed Director of Olympus Innovation Ventures (OIV), the $50 million venture capital arm of Olympus Corporation of the Americas. OIV does any-stage deals in emerging medical devices, diagnostics, and digital health.

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GI Societies Respond to Northern European Colonoscopy Study

Study results from the Northern-European Initiative (NEI) on Colorectal Cancer (NordICC) trial, which were published in the New England Journal of Medicine (NEJM) on Sunday, October 9th, fueled a lot of debate among physicians and patients about the benefits of colonoscopies in colorectal cancer (CRC) screening.

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Let’s Go: Test Your Knowledge of Bladder Cancer Facts

May was bladder cancer awareness month, the perfect time to learn about the frequency of this disease, risk factors, and windows of opportunity for treatment. Take a minute to test your knowledge on cancer that affects this busy storage unit of the urinary tract. Knowledge is always the best defense, so that early detection and treatment are top priority.

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In Honor of National Women’s Health Week

National Women’s Health Week (NWHW) was May 8-14, 2022 — serving as a reminder why it is so important for women to keep both their mental and physical health a priority. Life can get busy and it is common for women to let their own health get deprioritized. Misinformation on women’s health issues can add to the challenge. The observance of NWHW is to encourage all women to focus on their own health and wellness beyond their daily routine.

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Olympus Marks International Men’s Health Week with Four Myth Busters

International Men’s Health Week is celebrated every year around Father’s Day. This year it will run from June 13-19, 2022, to help increase awareness of preventable health issues and promote early detection and treatment for men of all ages. To support the mission of International Men’s Health Week and provide additional education and promote awareness, below are some common health myths provided with some context to clear up any confusion.

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Pride Month at Olympus: Healthcare Disparities Spotlighted at Virtual Event

“Close your eyes and think about your last healthcare experience ... Was it a positive experience? Did the healthcare provider understand your needs? Did they make you feel seen and heard?” These were questions that Jordan Bisceglia, iTind Territory Manager in Olympus’ Urology Surgical Division, asked attendees at “Str8 Talk 3.0: LGBTQ+ Health Care Stories,” a virtual event with an impressive lineup of Olympus LGBTQ Colleague Affinity Network members and outside speakers from healthcare.

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Infection Prevention Week 2022 - Preparing to Make an Impact

International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) is October 16-22, 2022. For over 35 years, IIPW has been dedicated to raising awareness on the importance of infection prevention, observing each year with a unique theme. This year’s IIPW theme is “The Future in Infection Prevention: 50 Years of Infection Prevention” recognizing the Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology’s (APIC’s) 50th anniversary with a look back at a half century’s progress in the fight against infection, and what may come for future generations.

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Colonoscopy Prep: Don’t Believe The Hype

I knew that a colonoscopy remained the best option for colorectal cancer screening given its thoroughness and the opportunity to remove any polyps that may have developed. I also knew that provided I would get the all-clear from my physician following the procedure, I wouldn’t need to think about another colonoscopy for a decade. But with the good comes the potentially uncomfortable. ~Ed Sieger

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