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Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Health
- Yahoo
MyHealthTeam Now Hosts 11 Communities for People Living with Cancer
MyBladderCancerTeam and MyEndometrialCancer Team connect oncology patients with medically reviewed online content and support SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 6, 2025 /CNW/ -- MyHealthTeam, a Swoop company, the creator of one of the largest engaged-patient social networks in healthcare, announced today that it has launched MyBladderCancerTeam and MyEndometrialCancerTeam. These new patient communities are dedicated to people living with bladder and endometrial cancer, and bring the total number of MyHealthTeam cancer communities to 11. These communities provide medically reviewed articles, resources, and content to help patients understand symptoms, potential treatments, and guides for talking with doctors. They provide a safe forum for patients to ask questions and learn from others with the same condition. Visit MyEndometrialCancerTeam at Visit MyBladderCancerTeam at No one should face a cancer diagnosis alone "Our oncology patient communities provide extremely valuable information and support when patients need it most," said Eric Peacock, co-founder and president of MyHealthTeam. "We do not want anyone to face a cancer diagnosis alone, and that is why we bring people together for support, encouragement, practical advice, and medically approved information from experts in the field." The new sites within the MyHealthTeam portfolio, include: Medically approved information about the condition, including symptoms, causes, and treatment and testing options Insights and education on treatments and promising new diagnostics and therapies Community conversation and support from people with the same diagnosis Guidance on managing the disease Understanding endometrial cancer Endometrial cancer, a type of uterine cancer, is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system. It is estimated that about 67,000 people in the U.S. received an endometrial cancer diagnosis in 2024. Endometrial cancer most commonly develops after menopause between the ages of 50 and 60. Although the disease is slightly more common for white women, Black women have a greater risk of death from endometrial cancer. Symptoms of endometrial cancer may include abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, unexplained weight loss, and pain during intercourse. Endometrial cancer is diagnosed in four stages. Stage 1 endometrial cancer is located only in the uterus. Stage 2 indicates the cancer is in the uterus and the cervix. In stage 3, the cancer has spread outside of the uterus but not beyond the pelvic region, and stage 4 indicates the cancer has spread to the inner surfaces of the bowel, bladder, abdomen, or other organs. Endometrial cancer is generally diagnosed at an early stage and has an 81 percent five-year relative survival rate. While the main risk factor for many cancers is advanced age, there are multiple additional risk factors for endometrial cancer. These include taking estrogen-only hormone replacement therapy after menopause or having a family history of endometrial cancer in a first-degree relative. They also include being diagnosed with obesity, type 2 diabetes, polycystic ovarian syndrome, or endometrial hyperplasia. The treatment for endometrial cancer can vary depending on stage and subtypes. Treatments include surgical and radiation options, as well as developments in immunotherapy and targeted treatment options, such as pembrolizumab (Keytruda). Bladder cancer common for men and women in the U.S. It's estimated that there were 83,190 new cases of bladder cancer in the U.S. in 2024 — 63,070 in men and 20,120 in women. It is the fourth most common cancer in men and the eighth most common cancer in women in the U.S. While there are multiple types of bladder cancer, the most common type is urothelial carcinoma, also known as transitional cell carcinoma or TCC. Additional types of bladder cancer, though much less common than TCC, include squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, small cell carcinoma, and sarcoma. Bladder cancer more commonly occurs in men and in people over the age of 55. The average age for a bladder cancer diagnosis is 73. There are two forms of bladder cancer: non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) and muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). NMIBC, sometimes also referred to as superficial bladder cancer, is bladder cancer that has not grown into the muscle wall of the bladder. MIBC is cancer that has grown into the muscle layer of the bladder wall and possibly even deeper. MIBC tends to be more likely to spread and is harder to treat. There are multiple avenues for treating bladder cancer. These include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and clinical trials. Symptoms of bladder cancer include blood in the urine, pain or burning during urination, being unable to urinate, lower back pain on one side of the body, stomach pain, bone pain, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue. In addition to these symptoms, comorbidities can be present with bladder cancer. These include bladder birth defects, chronic urinary tract infections, kidney and bladder stones, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and more. A history of smoking tobacco is considered the highest risk factor for this disease, accounting for 50 percent to 60 percent of bladder cancer diagnoses. About MyHealthTeam, a Swoop Company MyHealthTeam, a Swoop company, believes that if you are diagnosed with a rare disease or chronic condition, it should be easy to find the people, support, and medically approved information you need to best manage your condition. Each year, 30 million people visit our fast-growing network of over 60 condition-specific communities, such as DiabetesTeam and MyLungCancerTeam, reaching across all therapeutic areas and rare conditions, including Spanish-language communities. Leveraging proprietary zero-party data and advanced patient-targeting capabilities, MyHealthTeam creates precise, relevant, and personalized content that ensures a highly engaged and high-quality audience. Our performance consistently delivers exceptional results for media partners, maximizing impact and ROI. 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Cision Canada
17 hours ago
- Health
- Cision Canada
MyHealthTeam Now Hosts 11 Communities for People Living with Cancer
MyBladderCancerTeam and MyEndometrialCancer Team connect oncology patients with medically reviewed online content and support SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 6, 2025 /CNW/ -- MyHealthTeam, a Swoop company, the creator of one of the largest engaged-patient social networks in healthcare, announced today that it has launched MyBladderCancerTeam and MyEndometrialCancerTeam. These new patient communities are dedicated to people living with bladder and endometrial cancer, and bring the total number of MyHealthTeam cancer communities to 11. These communities provide medically reviewed articles, resources, and content to help patients understand symptoms, potential treatments, and guides for talking with doctors. They provide a safe forum for patients to ask questions and learn from others with the same condition. No one should face a cancer diagnosis alone "Our oncology patient communities provide extremely valuable information and support when patients need it most," said Eric Peacock, co-founder and president of MyHealthTeam. "We do not want anyone to face a cancer diagnosis alone, and that is why we bring people together for support, encouragement, practical advice, and medically approved information from experts in the field." The new sites within the MyHealthTeam portfolio, include: Medically approved information about the condition, including symptoms, causes, and treatment and testing options Insights and education on treatments and promising new diagnostics and therapies Community conversation and support from people with the same diagnosis Guidance on managing the disease Understanding endometrial cancer Endometrial cancer, a type of uterine cancer, is the most common cancer of the female reproductive system. It is estimated that about 67,000 people in the U.S. received an endometrial cancer diagnosis in 2024. Endometrial cancer most commonly develops after menopause between the ages of 50 and 60. Although the disease is slightly more common for white women, Black women have a greater risk of death from endometrial cancer. Symptoms of endometrial cancer may include abnormal vaginal bleeding, pelvic pain, unexplained weight loss, and pain during intercourse. Endometrial cancer is diagnosed in four stages. Stage 1 endometrial cancer is located only in the uterus. Stage 2 indicates the cancer is in the uterus and the cervix. In stage 3, the cancer has spread outside of the uterus but not beyond the pelvic region, and stage 4 indicates the cancer has spread to the inner surfaces of the bowel, bladder, abdomen, or other organs. Endometrial cancer is generally diagnosed at an early stage and has an 81 percent five-year relative survival rate. While the main risk factor for many cancers is advanced age, there are multiple additional risk factors for endometrial cancer. These include taking estrogen-only hormone replacement therapy after menopause or having a family history of endometrial cancer in a first-degree relative. They also include being diagnosed with obesity, type 2 diabetes, polycystic ovarian syndrome, or endometrial hyperplasia. The treatment for endometrial cancer can vary depending on stage and subtypes. Treatments include surgical and radiation options, as well as developments in immunotherapy and targeted treatment options, such as pembrolizumab (Keytruda). Bladder cancer common for men and women in the U.S. It's estimated that there were 83,190 new cases of bladder cancer in the U.S. in 2024 — 63,070 in men and 20,120 in women. It is the fourth most common cancer in men and the eighth most common cancer in women in the U.S. While there are multiple types of bladder cancer, the most common type is urothelial carcinoma, also known as transitional cell carcinoma or TCC. Additional types of bladder cancer, though much less common than TCC, include squamous cell carcinoma, adenocarcinoma, small cell carcinoma, and sarcoma. Bladder cancer more commonly occurs in men and in people over the age of 55. The average age for a bladder cancer diagnosis is 73. There are two forms of bladder cancer: non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC) and muscle-invasive bladder cancer (MIBC). NMIBC, sometimes also referred to as superficial bladder cancer, is bladder cancer that has not grown into the muscle wall of the bladder. MIBC is cancer that has grown into the muscle layer of the bladder wall and possibly even deeper. MIBC tends to be more likely to spread and is harder to treat. There are multiple avenues for treating bladder cancer. These include surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and clinical trials. Symptoms of bladder cancer include blood in the urine, pain or burning during urination, being unable to urinate, lower back pain on one side of the body, stomach pain, bone pain, unexplained weight loss, and fatigue. In addition to these symptoms, comorbidities can be present with bladder cancer. These include bladder birth defects, chronic urinary tract infections, kidney and bladder stones, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, and more. A history of smoking tobacco is considered the highest risk factor for this disease, accounting for 50 percent to 60 percent of bladder cancer diagnoses. About MyHealthTeam, a Swoop Company MyHealthTeam, a Swoop company, believes that if you are diagnosed with a rare disease or chronic condition, it should be easy to find the people, support, and medically approved information you need to best manage your condition. Each year, 30 million people visit our fast-growing network of over 60 condition-specific communities, such as DiabetesTeam and MyLungCancerTeam, reaching across all therapeutic areas and rare conditions, including Spanish-language communities. Leveraging proprietary zero-party data and advanced patient-targeting capabilities, MyHealthTeam creates precise, relevant, and personalized content that ensures a highly engaged and high-quality audience. Our performance consistently delivers exceptional results for media partners, maximizing impact and ROI. To learn more, email [email protected].
Malaysian Reserve
21-07-2025
- Business
- Malaysian Reserve
Swoop Appoints Sara Michael as EVP of Content at MyHealthTeam
NEW YORK, July 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Swoop, a leader in AI-driven, data-powered, and privacy-compliant omnichannel healthcare marketing, today announced the appointment of Sara Michael as Executive Vice President of Content at MyHealthTeam, reinforcing the company's commitment to delivering trusted, medically verified information and meaningful engagement for people living with chronic and rare conditions. A seasoned leader in health journalism and digital content strategy, Sara most recently served at Dotdash Meredith, where she led editorial and business strategy for health brands including Verywell Health, Verywell Mind, and She brings deep expertise in developing high-impact content experiences that prioritize patient needs while aligning with business growth. Sara will lead a unified content organization spanning editorial development, design, video, content operations, and copy editing. Her leadership is instrumental in scaling MyHealthTeam's reach, quality, and impact as the largest opt-in patient community in the U.S., now spanning more than 60 condition-specific social networks. 'I've long admired the mission and impact of MyHealthTeam. I'm thrilled to join at such an exciting time, alongside such a passionate team, all focused on supporting people living with chronic conditions,' said Sara. 'This role brings together my passion for health journalism and innovation with a mission that truly matters — empowering people to take control of their health by connecting with others and accessing reliable information they can trust.' As EVP of Content, Sara will drive initiatives to: Expand the reach and depth of content across all MyHealthTeam platforms Integrate medically reviewed education and patient insights into all engagement Elevate storytelling to reflect the diverse experiences of chronic condition communities Enable brand partners to deliver relevant, privacy-safe messages that align with patient needs 'Sara's arrival marks a major step forward in scaling our patient-first model,' said Eric Peacock, Chief Patient Officer of Swoop and Co-founder and President of MyHealthTeam. 'Her leadership will accelerate our ability to deliver authentic, high-quality content at scale — meeting patients where they are, while ensuring our brand partners can engage in ways that are respectful, useful, and effective.' About SwoopSwoop is a leading provider of AI-driven, precision healthcare omnichannel solutions dedicated to protecting consumer privacy and improving patient outcomes. By prioritizing privacy and compliance, Swoop delivers industry-leading audience segments, 100% MLR-approved conversational AI agents, and now a leading opted-in patient social network in the U.S. through its acquisition of MyHealthTeam. Swoop's solutions drive meaningful patient and provider engagement, optimal conversion, and measurable increases in Rx lift across the patient health journey. About MyHealthTeamMyHealthTeam, a Swoop company, is the creator of one of the largest and highly engaged patient social networks in healthcare, offering more than 62 condition-specific communities to support patients with chronic and rare conditions. These platforms empower millions of opted-in patients nationwide to connect, share resources, and access medically verified information to better manage their health.
Cision Canada
07-07-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
WestJet announces expanded winter schedule with more sun destinations than ever before Français
CALGARY, AB, July 7, 2025 /CNW/ - WestJet revealed its 2025/2026 winter schedule, featuring five new destinations. While departures will increase by three per cent year-over-year, capacity will be consistent with last winter, as seats will be removed from former Sunwing/Swoop aircraft, which will be updated to WestJet's standard configuration before the start of winter. This winter, WestJet will operate 305 total routes and serve 62 Latin American, Caribbean, and US sun destinations, delivering more affordable opportunities for Canadians to escape the cold and enjoy sun-filled getaways. With both flight-only options through WestJet, and vacation packages through Sunwing Vacations Group, WestJet leads sun travel from Canada. "Canadians want value while escaping the cold, and WestJet's 2025/2026 winter schedule delivers on both affordability and choice," said John Weatherill, WestJet Group Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer. "By expanding our sun network, strengthening key routes and growing strategically across Canada and internationally, WestJet is coming through for Canadians by connecting them to the destinations they love at prices they can afford. In fact, 71 per cent of WestJet's non-stop services are currently priced lower than they were in 2024." New destinations and routes The schedule adds new destinations Panama City, Panama; Guadalajara, Mexico; Tepic (Nayarit), Mexico; Havana, Cuba; and Managua, Nicaragua. The schedule also marks Mexico City's first winter season of operation since becoming a year-round service. Seat capacity across the Latin America and Caribbean region is scheduled to grow by six per cent, with popular vacation hotspots like Costa Rica, the Dominican Republic and Mexico in focus for new route growth. New routes Peak frequency Start date End date Calgary – Cozumel 1x weekly December 20, 2025 April 11, 2026 Calgary – Puerto Plata 1x weekly December 14, 2025 April 12, 2026 Vancouver – Liberia 1x weekly December 12, 2025 April 24, 2026 Montréal – Samaná 2x weekly December 11, 2025 April 12, 2026 Québec City – Montego Bay 1x weekly December 6, 2025 April 11, 2026 Thunder Bay – Punta Cana 1x weekly December 16, 2025 April 7, 2026 Winnipeg – Liberia 1x weekly December 19, 2025 April 25, 2026 Returning routes for Winter 2025/26 Samaná, Dominican Republic, previously offered only through Sunwing Airlines, will now be offered by WestJet, connecting guests to one of the Caribbean's fastest-growing eco-tourism regions, known for its pristine beaches and natural beauty. WestJet also returns service to four additional routes, while restarting seasonal service to dozens of Canada's favourite winter destinations. Strengthening Asia connectivity In addition to sun expansion, WestJet is continuing its growth in international markets. Service between the airline's global hub in Calgary and Tokyo (Narita) will increase from three to seven flights per week, enabling daily connectivity to Asia and contributing to 18 per cent year-over-year in intercontinental growth. "We're prioritizing flexibility, optionality and value to meet Canadians' demand to visit warm weather destinations. With a peak of over 4,300 weekly departures to 106 destinations planned this winter, there's something for everyone!" added Weatherill. WestJet's full winter 2025/26 schedule is available for booking from July 14, 2025. Additional quotes Panama City (PTY) – Gloria De León Zubieta, Minister of Tourism of Panama. "We are pleased to welcome WestJet's upcoming service between Calgary and Panama City, which represents more than a new route, it is an opportunity for Panama to further connect with a high value market like Canada and continue positioning itself as a strategic hub in the region. This connection supports our national goal of attracting more international visitors, and showcasing Panama as a destination that bridges continents, cultures, and opportunities," stated Gloria De León Zubieta, Minister of Tourism of Panama. "This new direct service from Calgary represents much more than just an air connection: This is the result of years of work in conjunction with WestJet, a strategic airline in the Canadian market and a key player in the international expansion of the Riviera Nayarit. Thanks to the new Riviera Nayarit International Airport and historic levels of investment in the regional infrastructure, we can now offer a modern, efficient gateway that is perfectly connected to Mexico's top destinations such as Sayulita, Tequila, Punta Mita, and San Blas, with travel times shorter than ever before. The region is undergoing an unprecedented transformation: tourism is growing, investment is flowing, and we are laying the foundations for sustainable, inclusive, and high-value development in Nayarit." Tepic/Nayarit (TPQ) – Miguel Ángel Navarro Quintero, Governor of Nayarit "We are pleased to announce the launch of a new direct route between Calgary and the Tepic–Riviera Nayarit International Airport, operated by WestJet. This historic flight marks the first direct connection between Canada and the state of Nayarit, representing a major milestone in the expansion of international tourism to the region. This new route makes it easier for Canadian travelers to explore the rich cultural heritage, stunning natural landscapes, and sunny beaches of the Riviera Nayarit and the entire state. We look forward to welcoming more visitors to experience the warmth, beauty, and vibrant traditions that make Nayarit a truly unique destination." Guadalajara (GDL) – Raúl Revuelta Musalem, CEO of Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico "The launch of this new route to Calgary, operated by a renowned airline like WestJet, not only expands travel options but also drives an increase in tourist arrivals to the state of Jalisco. In line with our expansion plans, we continue to create optimal conditions for Guadalajara Airport to position itself as a strategic hub for operations targeting the Canadian market," said Raúl Revuelta Musalem, CEO of Grupo Aeroportuario del Pacífico. Havana (HAV) – Cuban Aviation Corporation "The Cuban Aviation Corporation enthusiastically welcomes the announcement of WestJet's operations to Havana this winter. This new service represents a significant step in strengthening ties between Canada and Cuba, and will facilitate the access of more Canadian visitors to the Cuban capital, contributing to the recovery and revitalization of the national tourism sector. We warmly welcome WestJet and wish it every success in this new era, convinced that its presence will contribute to the sustainable growth of tourism and aviation in Cuba." WestJet Cargo – Amanda Ierfino, Vice-President of Sales & Cargo, WestJet "WestJet's 2025/2026 winter schedule marks a pivotal moment for our growing belly cargo operations," said Amanda Ierfino, WestJet Vice-President, Sales and Cargo. " With expanded capacity and increasing momentum, we expect strong cargo demand across new routes to Guadalajara, Managua, Samaná and Havana. The launch of daily service to Tokyo is particularly exciting, as it presents robust two-way trade potential in high-value sectors such as electronics, automotive components, machinery and premium perishables like seafood and fresh fruit." About WestJet WestJet took to the skies in 1996 with just over 200 employees and three aircraft operating service to five destinations. Since then, WestJet has pioneered low-cost travel in Canada, cutting airfares in half, and increasing the flying population in Canada by more than 50 per cent. Following integration with Sunwing in 2025, more than 14,000 WestJetters support nearly 200 aircraft and connect guests to more than 100 destinations across North America, Central America, the Caribbean, Europe and Asia. As a major Canadian employer that includes WestJet Airlines, Sunwing Vacations Group and WestJet Cargo, the WestJet Group is Canada's leading low-cost airline and largest vacation provider, with a united purpose of providing affordable and accessible air and vacation travel to Canadians. Learn more about WestJet at (also available in French) Follow WestJet on Facebook at Follow WestJet on X at and Follow WestJet on Instagram at Subscribe to WestJet on YouTube at
CBS News
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Wawa to assemble 25,000 hoagies, give 15,000 away for free today. Here's how to get one.
Wawa workers will turn seven tons of ingredients into 25,000 Shorti hoagies on Wawa Hoagie Day Thursday, June 26. Wawa's free hoagie giveaway to charities and the public is back once again, with about 150 Wawa workers up bright and early to assemble the thousands of lunchmeat delivery vessels, wrap them and get them in the hands of thousands of hungry Philadelphians. Forty percent of the assembled sandwiches will go to charity, with 7,500 going to Philabundance and 2,500 split between the Police Athletic League and the Veterans Multi-Service Center. The remainder will be handed out to hoagie lovers who show up for the giveaway, free of charge. Workers start the assemblage at 5 a.m. and build at a rate of 5,000 hoagies an hour to be wrapped up by 10 a.m. These are all turkey hoagies, by the way. If you tune in on CBS News Philadelphia throughout the morning, you might see recently retired Eagle Brandon Graham, the Birds' mascot Swoop, or Wawa's Wally Goose and Shorti Hoagie mascots. Wawa had rescheduled other Wawa Welcome America events this week due to extreme heat, but thankfully, Thursday is a little cooler and this one is still on as scheduled. The Welcome America slate of events leads up to the July 4 fireworks and concert on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway, with Jazmine Sullivan and LL Cool J headlining this year. How to get one of Wawa's 15,000 free hoagies today in Philadelphia Wawa's Hoagie Day celebration for the public kicks off at 12 p.m. on Arch Street and Independence Mall, between 5th and 6th streets in front of the National Constitution Center. With the supply limited, you might want to get there early if you can, then get in line. The noon event also includes a performance from the Six-String Soldiers. After you chow down, you can enjoy free admission to the NCC all day. contributed to this report.
