Chemo does something else than just cause nausea.

by Helen Palomino

Chemotherapy does something else than cause nausea to cancer patients, it can change the way that food taste and make it unpleasant and unappetizing.

Is often known that when a person its diagnosed with cancer to expected the extreme nausea that often accompanies powerful chemo therapy drugs. But as a the time pass nobody is expecting the taste changes.

A "metal mouth" is a result of the chemo. When medications are injected they get into the saliva, and most medications have a bitter taste, according to the Monell Chemical Sense Center in Philadelphia researcher Beverly Cowart.

Here we post an interview at NPR made by Patti Neighmond that talks to Beverly Cowart about this topic and the suggestions from survivors about what cancer patients can do to still enjoy the food that they love.

La quimioterapia hace algo más que causar náuseas a los pacientes de cáncer, puede cambiar la forma en que la comida sabe y que sea desagradable y poco apetecible.

A menudo se sabe que cuando una persona se le diagnosticó un tipo de cáncer ésta espera náuseas extremas que a menudo acompaña a los fuertes medicamentos que la quimioterapia requiere. Pero con el tiempo pasa, nadie espera los cambios en el gusto y sabor de la comida.

La "boca de metal" es un resultado de la quimioterapia también. Cuando se inyectan los medicamentos estos entran también en la saliva, y la mayoría de los medicamentos tienen un sabor amargo, de acuerdo con la investigadora del Monell Chemical Sense Center de Filadelfia  Beverly Cowart.

Aquí publicamos una entrevista en NPR realizada por Patti Neighmond que habla con Beverly Cowart sobre este tema y las sugerencias de los sobrevivientes a los pacientes con cáncer que pueden hacer para seguir disfrutando de la comida que les encanta.

Chemo Can Make Food Taste Like Metal. Here's Help


Fundraising activities for the Campout Against Cancer 2014

by Helen Palomino

This year we were looking for a delicious way to support our fundraising activities for the Campout Against Cancer with the theme "We Are The World"  And what could be a better and tastier way than with Chocolate?! Be part of the supportive community by purchasing your chocolate bars from CRCD Campout team members. You can also find them at Johnny's Burritos in El Centro, Brawley and Imperial.

Remember to join us at the Campout on October 25 and 26, 2014 at 4 p.m. at Imperial High School football field

For more information about the CRCD Campout, contact us at: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) or (760) 353-6571. Or visit our web site www.crcdinc.org

Este año estábamos buscando una manera deliciosa para apoyar nuestras actividades de recaudación de fondos para el campamento contra el cáncer que tiene como tema "We Are The World" y qué forma mejor y sabrosa manera que con Chocolate! Se parte de esta comunidad que apoya comprando una o muchas barras de chocolate de los miembros del equipo CRCD. También pueden encontrarlas en Johnny’s Burritos en El Centro, Brawley y Imperial.

Recuerda acompañarnos este 25 y 26 de octubre de 2014 en la preparatoria Imperial en el campo de Football. 

Pre-event T-shirts "We Are The World"

by Helen Palomino

The pre-event T-shirts will help us advertise the upcoming CRCD Campout Against Cancer with the theme "We Are The World" on October 25 and 26, 2014 at Imperial High School football field.

The cost of the shirts is $20

For more information, help and support contact us at: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) or (760) 353-6571. Or visit our web site www.crcdinc.org

Las camisetas de pre-venta nos ayudarán a promover nuestro próximo Campamento contra el cáncer CRCD con el tema "We Are The World" el 25 de octubre y 26, 2014 en el campo de fútbol de la escuela secundaria Imperial.

El costo de las camisetas es de $20

Para obtener más información, ayuda y apoyo en contacto con nosotros en: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) o al (760) 353-6571. O visite nuestro sitio web www.crcdinc.org

Study finds a genetic link between Aspirin and Colorectal Cancer Risk Reduction

by Helen Palomino

A study that looked at overall aspirin use in 270 adults diagnosed with colorectal cancer concluded that the drug only reduces colorectal cancer risk in people whose colon tissue contains a high level of the gene product 15-hydroxyprostaglandin dehydrogenase (15-PGDH) RNA. More research is needed to determine if 15-PGHD testing can identify adults who might benefit from taking aspirin to reduce their colorectal cancer risk.

you can learn more about this reasearch in the april edition, Science Translational Medicine.

For more information about cancer care process, help and support contact us at: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) or (760) 353-6571. Or visit our web site www.crcdinc.org

Un estudio que observo el uso general de aspirina en 270 adultos diagnosticados con cáncer colorrectal concluyó que la droga sólo reduce el riesgo de cáncer colorrectal en personas cuyo tejido de colón contiene un alto nivel del gen producto 15-hydroxyprostaglandin deshidrogenasa (15-PGDH) RNA. Aun se necesita más investigación para determinar si la prueba 15-PGHD puede identificar adultos que podrían beneficiarse al tomar aspirina para reducir su riesgo de cáncer colorrectal.

Puedes aprender más sobre esta investigación en la edición de abril, Science Translational Medicine.

Para obtener más información, ayuda y apoyo en contacto con nosotros en: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) o al (760) 353-6571. O visite nuestro sitio web www.crcdinc.org

CRCD at CalNonProfits Policy Convention 2014

by Helen Palomino

Today we had the privilege to attend to the "CalNonProfits Policy Convention" this event was organized whit the purpose to enlighten the California non profit sector about the findings of the economic impact study conducted by the University of San Diego regarding the economic impact the nonprofit sector has on California's economy. The findings were stunning and are available online at calnonprofits.org/causes-count/download.

Some of the sessions that we attended included: An Agenda with Philanthropy: Funding Marginalized Communities and Nonprofit Messaging: What We Say Matters. 

The keynote address was delivered by Judy Belk, President and CEO, of The California Wellness Foundation. 

The final session's topic was titled, "Benefit Corporations, L3Cs, and Social Enterprise: Good or Bad for the Nonprofit Sector?" 

The entire program was relevant, informational, and stimulating and will help Cancer Research Center of the Desert move forward with our projects in meeting our mission to provide educational, emotional, financial, and other support to cancer patients and families through their cancer journey.

For more information contact us at: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) or (760) 353-6571. Or visit our web site www.crcdinc.org



Weekend News from CRCD´s Survivorwear

by Helen Palomino

On Saturday July 26th, CRCD´s Survivorwear was featured on the front page of the Imperial Valley Press. We are pleased that  Ray Valenzuela, CRCD volunteer,  has received recognition and acknowledgment of the generous contribution he is making to cancer patients in our community.

How you can help:

Shop at the Survivorwear Boutique located at the CRCD office where a variety of hats, scarves, and other items are on display.

Volunteer to cut fabric for Survivorwear.

Donate quality fabrics, buttons, brooches, or monetary contributions.

For more information contact us at: (866) 423-CRCD (2723) or (760) 353-6571. Or visit our web site www.crcdinc.org

Winner of "We Are The World" Campout Kickoff prize!!

by Helen Palomino

The "We Are The World" Campout Kickoff prize drawing for 3 tickets to the San Diego Zoo, was held at the CRCD office. The winner, Laura Olague, was ecstatic to learn that her name was picked! Congratulations Laura!!! Click to watch the video.



Kick off BBQ 2014 Fundraiser

by Helen Palomino

We are very excited to announce that the Kick-off for our Community Campout 2014 was a total success!

More than 200 friends and supporters showed up Thank you for attending and support us!

Last July 19th 2014 6:00 to 8:00 pm at Papa Eager Park 10th & H street, Imperial. it took place our annual Kick-off, delicious food, hamburgers, special hot dogs, potato salad, chips delicious desserts and refreshing drinks were served, a play area and splash pad was displayed for children to have fun. All with the purpose to help us to raise funds, also with the purchase of the tickets the donors were able to participate on a raffle to win VIP tickets for the San Diego Zoo.

We want to give also a special  thank you to Johnny's Burritos for their help.

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Fiesta Friday

by Helen Palomino

Kashmir Nightclub presents Fiesta Friday! A night of Salsa and Latin Dance with the special guest instructor Bladimir. 

Thank you from CRCD

by Helen Palomino

CRCD would like to extend a heartfelt Thank You to those who participated in the 2014 Desert Lily Campaign. Thanks to the overwhelming support of scores of community volunteers we were able to distribute over 2,100 bouquets of lilies.  It is important to note that during the course of the campaign, CRCD continued with its Patient Navigation services working with 82 cancer patients during that period of time alone.

We would like to thank our sponsors: Vessey & Co. Inc., Johnny’s Burritos, Desert RV Service, Home Depot, Alford Distributing, Cal Energy, Prime Lending, Vantage Oncology, Fred & Mary Acosta, Glenn & Norma Chapin, Walter Strahm Farms, Ernie Strahm & Sons, Inc., Clifford and Concepcion Caldwell, Castillo Construction, Sun Community Federal Credit Union, Pestmaster Services, SANBON, Inc., El Zarate Restaruant, Ben Abatti Farms, Kuhn Hay, Rick Macken, Al & Harlene Roach, William Derek Quan, Sheriff Ray Loera, Ray Castillo, Neil Wakley and Lucie Bryant.

Once again, thank you Imperial Valley for your continued support as we work to ensure that cancer patients in our community receive the support that they need to navigate through the cancer journey.

Student Research Symposium 2014 at San Diego State University

by Helen Palomino

Congratulations to Mercedes Garcia-Watson and Nathalie F. Uriarte presenting at the Student Research Symposium 2014 at San Diego State University. 

A qualitative study on "Barriers and Challenges to Cancer Treatment and the Role of Patient Navigators: From the Perspectives of Rural Latino Cancer Patients". 

This student project was in partnership with the Cancer Resource Center of the Desert and Dr. EJ Ko, Assistant Professor, San Diego State University.

Thank you to all of the participants that made this student research project possible.

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Two Valleys.. One Foucs... YOU!!

by Helen Palomino

Cancer Resource Center is doing a collaborative work with Mujeres que Viven (Women that Live) coming together for the first Bi-National campaign: "Two Vallyes, One Foucs, You."    Partnering with other agencies such as Planned Parenthood, Clinicas de Salud del Pueblo, and Pioneer's Memorial Hospital, we are presenting this campaign to create awareness of the importance of self-exploration for all women and mammograms for those who qualify.  

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Sponsorship for the Community Campout Against Cancer on Oct 19-20 2013.

by Helen Palomino

Cancer Resource Center of the Desert is having their annual Community Campout on October 19-20, 2013 from 6pm to 6am.  CRCD is very appreciative of having great sponsors. The Community Campout Against Cancer is possible because of the sponsors, volunteers, and the teams that donate, help and participate in our annual campout.  Thank you!! 

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Symposium Event

by Helen Palomino

The Cancer Resource Center of the Desert (CRCD) hosted a community symposium on cross-border utilization of Healthcare by Women with Breast Cancer.  It was held on September 7, 2013 at Imperial Valley College.  
Click on the photo below for more photos or go into our facebook page at facebook.com/crcd.ic

The Cancer Resource Center of the Desert (CRCD) fue anfitrion de un Simposio Comunitario de la utilizacion transfronteriza de asistencia medica por mujeres con cancer de seno.  Se llevo acabo el dia 7 de Septiembre del 2013 en Imperial Valley College.  

Haga click en la foto de la parte de abajo para ver mas fotos o valla a nuestra pagina de facebook en facebook.com/crcd.ic