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Fall 2012 Newsletter
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Fall 2012 Newsletter
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Learn more about Gateway to Hope new partnerships with SSM Health Care, Bosom Buddies, and various dental providers in our Fall 2012 issue. Also, get the scoop on our recent summer events including our annual Par Excellence Golf Tournament and Laughter for Life comedy night. Additional highlights include an overview of the Affordable Care Act’s influence on breast cancer patients and details about our upcoming Kaleidohope gala.




Spring 2012 Newsletter
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Our Spring 2012 issue highlights Dr. Thomas Vesely and how he became a Gateway to Hope provider, along with personal stories of Carolyn K. a GTH patient and Michelle Levison Rosch, a friend of Gateway to Hope. Additionally, the newsletter details the outcomes of various fall 2011 events, such as Key to the Cure and KaleidoHope. Recent grants and donations are highlighted, as well as unique gifts from St. Gerard Majella, the Zinn Family and Winning Women.




Fall 2011 Newsletter
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Our Fall issue highlights the personal stories of our Gateway to Hope patient, Donna S., and board president, Diane Gallant. The newsletter also showcases the successful outcome of events such as Race for the Cure, Par Excellence and Laughter for Life. We are also proud to acknowledge the generous donations that support Gateway to Hope's efforts.




Spring 2011 Newsletter
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Have you or someone you know struggled with how to tell a child about a parent or loved one’s cancer diagnosis?  Be sure to read the great article inside that addresses the issue and provides wonderful tips on how to approach it with children. Our cover story features Jole B., a GTH patient, and the beautiful artwork she created for our new office.  Also included are highlights and photos from two inaugural events, KaleidoHope and Cheers to Life and the 4th Annual Key to the Cure. 




Fall 2010 Newsletter
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As we celebrate our fifth anniversary, Gateway to Hope invites you to read the inspiring stories of six patients and their journey with Gateway to Hope. Also, find out how you can get involved with the GTH Young Friend’s committee, see highlights from some of our 2010 special events, and learn about Thelma’s Gift, a special fund created in memory of Thelma Muskin.

Spring 2010 Newsletter
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Learn about the invaluable services that are donated to GTH patients by the surgeons of Parkcrest Plastic Surgery. Read about the journey of Sofia M., a GTH patient who is undergoing treatment. This issue also chronicles our Donor Recognition Event, Key to the Cure event at Saks and partner, Rick Williams of Ladue Pharmacy. If you are 40 or under, read about our new Young Friends group, you may want to join! Don’t miss reading the remarkable story of Breast Cancer Survivor, Michelle Levison Rosch is an amazing young woman who is giving back to GTH.

Fall 2009 Newsletter
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Read about St. Louis Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and its executive director, Helen Chesnut. Highlights include provider, patient and volunteer profiles. Hard Rock St. Louis supports GTH through several live music events all taking place in October, 2009. The third annual Golf Tournament Par Excellence!  was a huge success and we thank our honorary chair, Joe Buck and co-chairs, Ann Buck and Jacki Rosen.  Contributions form March 2009 through July 2009 are prominently listed.

 Spring 2009 Newsletter
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Our Spring issue includes information about Saks Fifth Avenue's Key to the Cure event benefiting GTH and The Siteman Cancer Center and our volunteer appreciation event, "The Hoops for Hope Hoopla." St Louis Cancer and Breast Institute's partnership with GTH is highlighted. Read about our award and recognition from the Rams, a patient profile and some tips on "how to help a loved one battle cancer." We are proud to list the many individuals who so generously support GTH.

Fall Newsletter 2008
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Our Fall 2008 issue describes a new patient's experience at Gateway to Hope and introduces the new members and changes to the GTH Board.  Additionally, the newletter details the outcomes of various summer events, such as the Komen Race for the Cure and the Par Excellence! Golf Tournament.  Recent grants and donations are highlighted.  Also, and the annual Key to Cure event, held at at Saks Fifth Avenue on October 15, 2008, is advertised.

Spring Newsletter 2008
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It is difficult to know what to say to a loved one battling cancer. Read our tips herein on what to do and say. Our cover features one of our founding partners, the physicians of St. Louis Cancer & Breast Institute who generously donate their services to our patients. Gateway to Hope is growing. Meet our first fulltime nurse, Amber Mabie. Learn about the special honor bestowed upon our co-founder, David Caplin by the St. Louis Rams. Gateway to Hope thanked our donors, partners and providers at our fun-filled event called “Hoops for Hope”. Also chronicled is our second annual Key to the Cure Event, “If the Key Fits”.

Fall 2007 Newsletter
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Our Fall issue includes the compelling story of a GTH patient, a profile of our physician partner, Dr. Susan Luedke, a profile of a dedicated GTH volunteer, recent grant and fundraising awards from The Soulard Angels, the Pott Foundation, the Spirit of St. Louis Women’s Fund and the St. Louis Men’s Group Against Cancer as well as information on current GTH programs and fundraisers.

Spring 2007 Newsletter
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Our inaugural issue includes an introductory letter from our president, a story about one of our patients, a profile of Dr. Atif Shafqat, one of our physician partners, information on the first annual Gateway to Hope golf tournament, GTH participation in the Komen Race for the Cure, and our fun