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Welcome to the new SharingHope.tv
SharingHope.tv helps connect cancer survivors, their friends and family members though an open, active online community comprised of user generated video and photos. The website recently re-launched to provide users with increased benefits including:
- Expanded number of video formats accepted
- No need to create a user account to post a comment
- News user profiles including Avatars!
- Drop down navigation on Channels section
- Focused content channels (reduced from 12 to 5)
- More robust HELP section
- Most recent and most popular displayed on homepage
If you have any questions or concerns, email us at webmaster@cancer.org
Add comment November 23, 2009
Under Construction
Hello Everyone!
So the blog has been a bit quiet lately and there’s good reason for that. We are revamping the blogging site which we’re very excited about. At the moment, things are still under construction so please stay tuned as we put the finishing touches on this project
Have a fun and safe Halloween everyone!
Mike
Add comment October 30, 2009
ACS presents a new tool in the fight against cancer!
The American Cancer Society recently launched a new online social medium called CancerNewsNow.org. Our goal for the site is to spread awareness through sharing stories of hope and cancer related news. Though the official press release for this site will be coming soon, check it out and tell me what you think!
www.cancernewsnow.org
Have a great day!
Mike
Add comment August 6, 2009
ACS High Plains Media Awards!
Hi Everyone,
The American Cancer Society High Plains division is hosting a Media Awards to recognize journalists who contribute to the public awareness of cancer. If you all know anyone who might qualify for an award definitely submit them to our contest so that we may show our appreciation! Click here for more information.
Deadline to apply is July 17th so get your applications in and goodluck!
Add comment June 29, 2009
My link for the day!
So one of the things I’m very proud of is that I am a Longhorn here at the University of Texas. So when I came across this news article I had to post it…great news on the war on cancer.
http://www.webmd.com/melanoma-skin-cancer/news/20090601/vaccine-fights-melanoma
Go Dr. Hwu and team!!!
Mike
5 comments June 2, 2009
Greetings Everyone!
Hello!
My name is Mike and I’m the new intern here in Austin for the American Cancer Society. I look forward to hearing from you all and helping out with anything I can involving Sharing Hope.TV! Speaking of which, we will be closing down the Friends profile on Facebook this week so PLEASE check out our “Sharing Hope.TV Fan Page” on Facebook. Simply search for “Sharing Hope.TV” in Facebook and it should pop up, from there you simply click on “Become a fan” and that’s it.
Thank you,
Mike
3 comments May 26, 2009
ACS More Birthdays Campaign
Check out the American Cancer Society’s advertisements for the new marketing campaign “More Birthdays”.
For more information, go to MoreBirthdays.com. Also, if you haven’t already added the Facebook application for More Birthdays, do so now!
-Jesse
Add comment April 29, 2009
Tom Stagg of the ACS is Being Recognized at the Lights. Camera. Help. Film Festival
Tom Stagg, the Manager of Interactive Media, of the American Cancer Society High Plains division is being recognized at the Lights. Camera. Help. Tom is presenting a trailer for “Heavenly People,” a project designed to benefit the Zoom Group, a 501c3 charitable organization whose goals are focused to help adults who are developmentally disabled experience a sense of belonging in our community.
For information on other submissions or to make a recommendation, click here.
-Jesse
Add comment April 27, 2009
Smoke Free Texas
Smoke-Free Texas is a coalition of public health organizations working (and currently petitioning) to pass a statewide comprehensive smoke-free law.
Smoke-Free Texas was founded by the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, American Lung Association, Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids and Texas PTA.
To learn more and sign the petition, please visit SmokeFreeTexas.org:
-Jesse
1 comment April 24, 2009
ACS Native American Women Breast Cancer Video
Here is a preview of the soon to come American Cancer Society Native American Women breast cancer video. Filmed in South Dakota and starring an all Native American cast.
[Courtesy of FI Space.org]
-Jesse
Add comment April 17, 2009