Advocacy Relations News

One Size Does NOT Fit All

When it comes to patient communications across cultures, don't let your message get lost in translation.

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2012 GI Cancers Symposium – Advancements in the Colorectal Cancer Landscape

For the ninth year oncologists, researchers, patient advocates and health professionals recently gathered in San Francisco at the Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancers Symposium.   The three-day multidisciplinary meeting focused on discussing major developments and strategies in preventing, screening and treating GI cancers.

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EMCC – Promoting Dialogue on Access

JPA had the great opportunity to attend the European Multidisciplinary Cancer Congress (EMCC) in Stockholm, Sweden, which is concluding today. 

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The Drug Development Game

With a focus on risk rather than reward— some suggest that the FDA and Congress are deterring pharmaceutical innovation.

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Advocacy Across Borders

Navigating the regulations that inform ethical interaction with patient advocates can be a challenge, especially for those working in both the US and Europe. 

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European Haematology Association’s 16th Congress

At this year’s meeting, in addition to the usual clinical data presentations, patient advocates were given a platform to share their perspective on the treatment and management of haematologic cancers.

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2011 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)

Once again, the city of Chicago hosted the leading minds in cancer care, as thousands of researchers, health professional and advocates convened for the 2011 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO).

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Understanding Patient Drug Access Programs

Patient assistance programs.  Expanded access programs.  What is the difference? 

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