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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
8 years
We partnered w/ @robertherjavec to spark ideas in cancer care. Share yours: #C3Prize #ASCO16
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Tomorrow at #MIGlobal , Americas President Jim Robinson will share his thoughts on why patient-centric care matters.
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In healthcare, the patient voice is often absent. We must work to ensure quality measures are patient focused. #MIGlobal
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We are dedicated to turning innovative science into value for patients through a focus on these key areas. #JPM17
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Jim Robinson notes that higher quality care and patient access must be focus of next phase of health reform: #JPM17
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Astellas Pharma US
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By next year, it is estimated that more than three million men in the U.S. will be affected by #prostatecancer . This #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth , find out more:
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Astellas Pharma US
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Exercise can play a part in maintaining a healthy lifestyle for advanced #prostatecancer patients. Talk to your doctor before starting a new routine:
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@AstellasUS
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We can remain on the forefront of the industry’s continuous change by changing tomorrow through innovation
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We are proud to pursue research in #regenerativemedicine & cell therapies. #JPM17
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Astellas Pharma US
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This year, we have made significant progress in #oncology by advancing our pipeline and collaborating with other organizations. #JPM17
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#HCPs – Which form of advanced #prostatecancer still responds to treatments that lower testosterone, despite the cancer spreading beyond the prostate gland? #GU19
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Astellas Pharma US
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Next week, our Americas President will be at #MIGlobal to discuss the current healthcare landscape & the patient experience. #GoBoldly
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Although #PCAM18 is coming to an end, we’re still focused on fighting back against #prostatecancer and educating people living with this disease.
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Industry wide, advances in R&D are driving #cancer treatment approvals for patients. We are proud to be a part of this. #JPM17
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Astellas Pharma US
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This Sunday, help support @UICC 's #WorldCancerDay . #WeCanICan join forces to make a difference. RT to spread the word.
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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We combine our internal resources with external collaborations to deliver groundbreaking solutions for patients. #JPM17
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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We've partnered w/ @MDAndersonNews to develop a treatment for patients w/ acute myeloid #leukemia .
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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As part of our commitment to advance innovation in areas where there are unmet medical needs, we are excited to announce Phase 3 topline results from two global trials investigating treatment for moderate to severe vasomotor symptoms (VMS), also known as hot flashes. Learn more.
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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We partnered with @FasterCures and @AvalereHealth to bring the patients' perspective to value frameworks. #MIGlobal
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Astellas Pharma US
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In @FT_squared , global CEO Yoshihiko Hatanaka discusses ways to bring innovation to the #healthcare industry. #JPM17
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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We have announced the 2020 #C3Prize finalists. We’re so inspired by the innovative ideas each of these women have put forward, which have the potential to positively impact the lives of people living with cancer and their caregivers.
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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We believe combining visionary science w/ an unwavering commitment to patients leads to new, life-changing medicines
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Astellas Pharma US
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On Sunday, #WorldMenopauseDay , Astellas invites you to Raise Your Menopause IQ and learn more about how this stage of life impacts women. Ready to test your knowledge? P.S. Don't forget to share the videos to help address this knowledge gap in #womenshealth . #RaiseYourMIQ
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Astellas Pharma US
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Our global President and CEO Yoshihiko Hatanaka shares why #innovation in pharma is more important than ever. #JPM17
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Astellas Pharma US
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At the @FierceBiotech breakfast on 1/10 Mark Reisenauer will discuss how we've built our oncology leadership through #ImmunoOncology #JPM17
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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In 2021, approximately 26,560 people will be newly diagnosed with #StomachCancer in the U.S. Do you know which of the below is a risk factor for the disease?
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Astellas Pharma US
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#INFOGRAPHIC : Proper adherence to meds could save the U.S. #healthcare system $213 billion annually. #JPM16
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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The #pass4prostate challenge starts today! Learn how you can join & help raise awareness here: http://t.co/XNyolsgHNb http://t.co/aTFm4iYDju
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Astellas Pharma US
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Central to our vision is turning science into value for patients. #ASCO16
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Astellas Pharma US
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Overactive bladder (OAB) is not a normal part of aging, but did you know that more than half of people with OAB symptoms are over the age of 65? Explore patient resources here: #AUA19
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Astellas Pharma US
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7/26 @ 9am PT @RobertHerjavec @StanfordMedX & @mjseres will be on a Twitter chat with us to talk #C3Prize & cancer care experiences #MedX
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Astellas Pharma US
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Watch & get inspired by how 2017 #C3Prize Runner Up @ONCOassist is working to change #cancer care. #WeCanICan
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Astellas Pharma US
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We’re excited for the opportunity to share the latest advances in #cancer , including eight abstracts across tough-to-treat cancer types, at the virtual #ASCO20 Annual Meeting. Hear more about the breadth of our work in #oncology .
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Astellas Pharma US
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#ICYMI : Steve Benner highlighted our partnerships to innovate #ImmunoOncology at @FiercePharma breakfast. #JPM17
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Astellas Pharma US
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We continue to innovate by promoting efficient research and development through our FASTEN R&D process. #JPM17
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We're at #MIGlobal where our Americas President, Jim Robinson, is discussing Astellas' commitment to putting patients first in #healthcare .
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#DYK that #prostatecancer is more frequently diagnosed in older men than in younger men? Men ages 65 to 74 are diagnosed with prostate #cancer most frequently. Learn more this #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth .
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Astellas Pharma US
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Join Astellas and Raise Your Menopause IQ in honor of #WorldMenopauseDay , taking place Sunday. Test your knowledge with this question.
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Astellas Pharma US
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Check out our @cure_magazine article on #C3Prize Winner Hernâni Oliveira & his project for pediatric cancer patients:
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Astellas Pharma US
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Although #PCAM18 is winding down, our commitment to #prostatecancer awareness continues on. Stay tuned in the coming months for more info on prostate cancer.
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Astellas Pharma US
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#BreakingNews Full results from our pivotal phase 2 advanced bladder cancer study were announced today at #ASCO19 with partner @SeattleGenetics
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Astellas Pharma US
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In the time of COVID-19, the #oncology community needs more help than ever before. We’re committed to making every day better for those touched by #cancer . See our data at #ASCO20 .
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Astellas Pharma US
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Today at #GU19 , we’re excited to share clinical data for advanced #prostatecancer . Come learn more in the Poster Hall. #cancerresearch
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Astellas Pharma US
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This Bladder Cancer Awareness Month, Andy Krivoshik, SVP and Oncology Therapeutic Area Head, shares his thoughts about how we can continue to provide support to the #bladdercancer community during these challenging times. #BladderCancerAware
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Astellas Pharma US
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Watch to learn how #WeCanICan create a better tomorrow in cancer care. #WorldCancerDay
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Astellas Pharma US
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Men who have localized #prostatecancer have a 100% five-year survival rate. DYK what the estimated five-year survival rate is for men with metastatic disease?
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Astellas Pharma US
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Dr. Bob Lanza has brought the rapidly evolving, revolutionary field of regenerative medicine to our R&D with AIRM:
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Astellas Pharma US
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Are you an #organdonor ? Register & help us break the Guinness #WorldRecord today!
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Astellas Pharma US
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Though #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth is coming to a close, patients with advanced #prostatecancer like Garrie are still planning for what’s next in their treatment journey. Hear more from him on the importance of preparation and working with a care team:
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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The #C3Prize seeks innovation in #cancer care. Have a bright idea to share? Visit: #WMIF16
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Astellas Pharma US
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Help us break the Guinness #WorldRecord for the number of online #organdonor registrations by signing up here:
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2 in 5 men diagnosed with prostate cancer will develop metastatic #prostatecancer #pcsm
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Astellas is committed to embracing change in healthcare and turning change into #innovation . #JPM16
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#INFOGRAPHIC : #Cancer treatment is constantly evolving with new treatment approaches. $ALPMY #JPM16
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@russellcrowe As the presenting sponsor of #USAvAUS , Astellas is raising funds for prostate cancer research. RT this and we'll donate $6.3K!
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Astellas Pharma US
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Do you know how many new urothelial cancer cases are diagnosed annually? #ASCO19
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More than 10,000 Americans will die from #AML in 2016. #ASCO16
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Astellas Pharma US
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It’s #NWHW ! Our work in #womenshealth is rooted in our commitment to addressing the needs of women during each stage of life. Despite today’s challenges, we are dedicated to bringing innovative therapies to women in areas with high unmet needs. Learn more:
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Astellas Pharma US
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Advanced #prostatecancer is a form of the disease that has progressed and no longer responds to treatments that lower testosterone. #PCAM18
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We're hosting a #C3Prize Twitter chat with @robertherjavec and @uicc to discuss #cancercare . RT if you will be participating!
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Our mission is to bring new potential options to physicians and patients. #ASCO19
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Heading into #ASCO17 , Mark Reisenauer shares his thoughts on helping patients w/ cancer focus on living. Read more:
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Astellas Pharma US
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We are excited to announce that the U.S. FDA approved our treatment for children with neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO), a neurological bladder dysfunction caused by nerve damage. Learn more.
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@AstellasUS
Astellas Pharma US
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Acute myeloid leukemia, #AML , is an aggressive blood cancer with different subtypes. Knowing what symptoms to look for and when to talk with a doctor about genetic testing can help you prepare for the road ahead. #BloodCancerAwarenessMonth
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We’re looking for ideas beyond medicine that can bring solutions to everyday challenges and change cancer care. No idea is too simple when it comes to the #C3Prize .
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Being patient-centric involves working with advocacy groups to better understand the patient experience. #MIGlobal
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Astellas Pharma US
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Tomorrow at #AUA19 , we'll share new data on our research in men with #overactivebladder and benign prostatic hyperplasia #BPH . Join us to learn more!
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We are excited to share Astellas leader Shontelle Dodson’s post about the impact of vasomotor symptoms (VMS), also known as #hotflashes , on well-being and her own experience with #menopause :
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#WeCanICan change #cancer care! Learn how 2017 #C3Prize Runner Up Care Progress' app could improve patient-caregiver communication.
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With over 2,000 drugs in the pipeline, #oncology is the largest area of focus in biopharma R&D. #ASCO16
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This year, an estimated 41,000 U.S. men will be diagnosed with metastatic castration-sensitive #prostatecancer , a form of advanced disease that still responds to hormone therapy but has spread beyond the prostate. Find out more about areas where prostate cancer can spread. #GU20
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#DYK : Oncology is the largest area of focus in #biopharma R&D? #ASCO16
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#DYK about 6 in 10 cases of #prostatecancer are diagnosed in men over 65? #ASCO16 #pcsm
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Dr. Stephen Eck, VP of Oncology, shares his POV on oncology R&D at Astellas. #ASCO16
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. @RobertHerjavec appeared on @TheDoctors this morning to discuss changing cancer care w/ the #C3Prize
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In response to #COVID19 , we're helping non-profit community and humanitarian orgs addressing the urgent needs in communities for patients, healthcare workers and first responders by donating up to $2M, in aggregate, with @AstellasFDN .
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Trying to understand the different types of #bladdercancer can be confusing. We brought in some of the top doctors to help explain them. View what they had to say here. #LetsTargetTheToughStuff #BladderCancerAware
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We are proud to sponsor #ACOG2021 as part of our commitment to #womenshealth . We look forward to sharing updates on our research focused on addressing unmet needs of women living with #hotflashes from #menopause .
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This Sunday, our team members in Chicago will attend @UsTOOHQ ’s 15th annual #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth SEA Blue Walk/Run. We’ll be walking, jogging and running to support #prostatecancer education and advocacy. Details here:
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Don't forget to sign up to be an #organdonor to help us beat the Guinness #worldrecord .
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Astellas Pharma US
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We are proud to present new data at the virtual #NAMSmtg that provide further insight into the negative impacts of vasomotor symptoms (VMS) associated with menopause. Learn more about our findings. #hotflashes #nightsweats #menopause
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In recognition of #WorldMenopauseDay , learn more about the impact of vasomotor symptoms (VMS) associated with #menopause , otherwise known as hot flashes or hot flushes and night sweats. #WMD2021
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Mark Reisenauer, SVP of our Oncology Business Unit, shares his thoughts on World #AML Day and why supporting patients continues to be our top priority in these uncertain times. #KnowAML
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During #GU20 , we learned about the latest research in genitourinary #cancers & shared data in advanced #prostatecancer . We’re looking forward to continuing our research as part of our mission to help improve the lives of men living with this disease.
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Are you wearing red & black today to show your support for AML World Awareness Day? Share your pictures! #fightAML #knowAML #21April
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No child should have to tolerate bullying. That’s why we’re proud to work with @TrevorProject to protect LGBT youth.
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For Dr. @marklewismd , the fight against #GastricCancer is a personal one. His own experience with a cancer diagnosis now inspires his research and his passion for treating patients with the disease.
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We’ve arrived in San Francisco for #GU20 & are looking forward to learning more about the latest advances in genitourinary #cancers , including advanced #prostatecancer . Stop by the poster hall to learn about our data in this patient population.
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Today at #ASCO19 , we presented study results from our pivotal phase 2 advanced bladder cancer trial with partner @SeattleGenetics .
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This #ProstateCancerAwarenessMonth , learn more about ways that Black men are disproportionally impacted by #prostatecancer . We are proud to support @RAPCancer ’s “Daddy’s Boys” plays, which shed light on this disparity. Tune in here:
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Join us for a Twitter chat to talk #C3Prize & #cancercare experiences with @RobertHerjavec , @uicc and @DianeJooris from @oncomfort !
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Today is #WorldMenopauseDay . As a proud supporter of @IntlMenopause , we join them in raising awareness of menopause, and to share our commitment to helping elevate the diverse experiences and symptoms individuals face during this stage of life. #menopause #womenshealth #WMD2021
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In 2019, over 29,000 African American men in the U.S. were newly diagnosed with #prostatecancer , & the disease continues to be more commonly diagnosed in this group. During #BlackHistoryMonth , learn more about disparities in prostate cancer.
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Enter for a chance to win 2 VIP tickets to a 2016 USA Rugby Match w/ the #pass4prostate sweeps http://t.co/45YLo9HFdX http://t.co/ZF5Utcrxl3
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Help us tackle prostate cancer! Mention #pass4prostate through Sept and we'll donate $5 for every tweet, up to $125K. http://t.co/eoTRKshsKm
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This morning, we hosted a breakfast for our advocacy partners at #ASCO19 and discussed ways to foster strong communication to represent the priorities of patients. Thanks to all who joined us!
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Our #C3 Prize competition seeks new ideas to change & improve cancer care. @RobertHerjavec explains more in @Forbes :
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Astellas Pharma US
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We are pleased to announce Percival Barretto-Ko as the new president of Astellas Americas, effective March 15:
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At Astellas, we’re committed to supporting midlife health, including those impacted by vasomotor symptoms (VMS) associated with #menopause , otherwise known as hot flashes or hot flushes and night sweats. #WMD2021 #hotflashes #womenshealth
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