A slowly progressive weight lifting program for breast cancer survivors did not increase their risk of lymphedema, according to a study that will appear in JAMA. “Breast cancer survivors at risk for lymphedema alter activity, limit activity, or both from…
Day: December 10, 2010
ACA Names New Chief Communications Officer and Director of Public Policy
Sue Stout With more than 30 years as a nonprofit health care public policy executive and additional experience as a registered nurse, Sue Stout will join the Amputee Coalition of America (ACA) as the new chief communications officer…
2011 Tamarack Prize Nominations Now Open
The Orthotic and Prosthetic Education and Research Foundation (OPERF) announced that nominations are open for the second Tamarack Prize for Outstanding Contributions to Orthotic Science and Practice. The Tamarack Prize will be awarded at the American Academy of Orthotists and…