Cancer Prevention Triumph: Millions of Lives Saved Since 1975

Jan 6, 2025 | Cancer, Research

In a groundbreaking study, researchers have unveiled the remarkable impact of cancer prevention and screening efforts over the past five decades. Nearly 6 million deaths from five major cancer types have been averted since 1975, thanks to a combination of prevention...

ToMMo’s Genome Sequencing: Advancing Precision Medicine in Japan

Dec 12, 2024 | Research

The devastation wrought by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake was a watershed moment in the nation’s history, prompting a profound reassessment of disaster recovery and public health priorities. Emerging from this tragedy was the Tohoku Medical Megabank Organization...

The Role of Prevention and Screening in Reducing Cancer Deaths

Dec 8, 2024 | Cancer, Research

In the last 45 years, the landscape of cancer management has shifted dramatically. While treatment advances have improved survival rates and quality of life for many, prevention and early detection through screening have emerged as the true heroes in reducing...

New Therapy Could Revolutionize Heart Disease Prevention

Dec 5, 2024 | Research

Heart disease remains the leading cause of death worldwide, claiming millions of lives annually despite advances in prevention and treatment. A groundbreaking study published in The Journal of Lipid Research introduces a novel lipid-lowering therapy that could...

FY 2024 AFG Program: The Application Process

Dec 2, 2024 | Research

Securing funding under FEMA’s Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program involves a structured and competitive application process. Applicants must demonstrate a clear need for funding and articulate how the grant will enhance their ability to protect lives and...

Maximizing Your Chances with the FY 2024 AFG Program: Key Resources and Contacts

Dec 2, 2024 | Research

Maximizing your chances of securing funding from the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) program requires not only a strong application but also strategic use of available resources. FEMA offers a range of tools, contacts, and external resources to assist...