Annual Report 2012 Annual Report 2012 Annual Report 2012 Table of Contents A Message from the Chairman ........................................................................... 4 ICA’s Fight against Cancer Budget Distribution for 2012 ...................................... 5 Tribute to the Late Fouding President of ICA, Suzy Eban ...................................... 6 Medical Services and Innovative Projects to Improve Patient Services and Treatment .......................................................... 9 ICA Supported Medical Institutions and Community Settings ............................ 12 Public Information and Education ...................................................................... 14 Early Detection .................................................................................................. 30 Rehabilitation and Welfare ............................................................................... 37 ICA Support Centers - “Strong Together”.......................................................... 58 Home Care Hospice .......................................................................................... 66 Sir Charles Clore Hostel .................................................................................... 67 Seminars and Conferences ................................................................................ 68 Professional Training ........................................................................................ 74 International Conferences ................................................................................. 78 Research ........................................................................................................... 81 Memorial Funds Donated to the ICA .................................................................. 87 Data Collection and Follow-up .......................................................................... 89 Equipment, Construction and Development ...................................................... 91 Volunteers and Local Fundraising Events ........................................................... 92 Friends of the ICA Abroad ................................................................................ 96 Jubilee Anniversary of the Annual “Door Knock” Fundraising Campaign ............................................................. 102 Annual “Door Knock” Fundraising Campaign Chairmen .................................. 109 Bequests, Legacies and Commemorations ....................................................... 111 The Israel Cancer Association Board and Committee Members 2011-2012 ...... 112 ICA Branches Abroad ..........................................................................back cover Editing: Or-Tal Hori | Translation: Rona Hilu | Graphic Design: Billet Studio © Copyright 2013 Israel Cancer Association 3 Annual Report 2012 A Message from the Chairman At the dawn of this new year, we can look back Jewish and Arab women has virtually disappeared. with tremendous satisfaction at yet another Colorectal cancer survival rates are on the increase, productive, successful and activity-filled past year and exceed average survival rates in OECD countries, for the patients and against the disease, in spite early detection rates have doubled, and a downward of facing hardships and problems. trend in mortality rates has been observed. This year too we continued to invest resources to There has been a 30% drop in melanoma incidence increase public awareness and prevention through rates among Jewish women. Prof. Eliezer Robinson numerous information activities. Additionally, we These encouraging rates further reinforce ICA's Chairman held many conferences and seminars for patients, concerted efforts to reduce morbidity and mortality Israel Cancer Association survivors and their families, as well as for the rates for common types of cancer in Israel. general population and professional teams. Several There has also been serious advancement in the information campaigns on the harmful effects of increasing awareness of the harmful effects of smoking and sun exposure were also conducted smoking: since the ICA initiated the 1983 law as well as awareness campaigns regarding the banning smoking in public places, smoking rates importance of the "energy balance" – avoiding in Israel have been steadily declining and currently obesity and adopting a healthy lifestyle, and making stand at a mere 20%. Additional amendments were physical exercise a part of one's regular routine. approved for this law, and smoking was prohibited This year encouraging trends have been reported in bus stations and train stops, event halls, swimming in Israel, which saw their beginnings over the past pools and other public places. Similarly, additional Prof. Aaron Ciechanover Nobel Prize Laureate decade: Breast cancer mortality rates have dropped taxes were imposed on cigarettes and alcohol. Honorary President by 30%. The disparity in mammography use between This year also saw the promotion of new ICA projects for the welfare of cancer patients and survivors. Dozens of "Survivors for a Healthy Life" The Israel Cancer Association Workshops were held throughout Israel, helping congratulates its Vice Chairman, survivors get back to a regular routine. Many Mr. Leon Recanati: "Look Good Feel Better" Project Workshops were also held in medical centers, at support centers In honor of his being presented the Citizenship Award and in ICA branches across Israel. The "Steps to of Haifa for his widespread public activity on behalf of Mr. Leon Recanati a Healthy Life" Project which combines physical the community. Vice Chairman Israel Cancer activity tailored for cancer patients is currently In honor of his being the presented the decoration of Association held at about 17 medical centers, and the aim is to "Cavaliere of the Ordine della Stella d'Italia", which was expand this program to all medical centers around bestowed upon him by the President of the Italian Republic in Israel in early the country, as well as pediatric departments and June. This distinguished order was bestowed upon Mr. Recanati for his social community clinics. commitment to promoting dialogue between the Italian and Israeli cultures This report will also provide you with a review of and peoples, his support for important academic and cultural institutions the extensive and noteworthy activity of the ICA in Israel as well as for young Israeli and Italian students. This order was "Strong Together" Support Centers, which hold bestowed by decree of the President of the Republic, Head of the Order, on diverse support, rehabilitation and leisure activities the recommendation of the Minister of Foreign Affairs. for patients, survivors and their families. 4 Annual Report 2012 Our capacity to continue to act determinedly in the population, and direct interaction with patients, hope of creating a brighter, cancer-free future is survivors and their families. made possible thanks to the dedicated and energetic activity and support of ICA volunteers around the Sincerely, country, and of our dear local and international supporters, as well as our productive and widespread Prof. Eliezer Robinson endeavors throughout the year with the general Chairman, Israel Cancer Association ICA’s Fight Against Cancer Budget Distribution for 2012 Organization, Administration Medical and Social and Branch Offices Services Data Collection and Follow-up Equipment and Construction 4,777 5,834 1,075 364 Research and Professional Clinical Protocols Training 1,000 4,164 Public Information and Education Rehabilitation and Welfare and Early Detection Programs )including Hospice and Hostel( 12,364 16,682 Appropriations In K NIS In percentages Medical and Social Services 5,834 13 Data Collection and Follow up 1,075 2 Research and Clinical Protocols 4,164 9 Rehabilitation and Welfare 16,682 36 )including Hospice and Sir Charles Clore Hostel( Public Information and Education and Early Detection Programs 12,364 27 Professional Training 1,000 2 Equipment and Construction 364 1 Organization, Administration and Branch offices 4,659 10 Total Appropriations 50,635 100 5 Annual Report 2012 The Israel Cancer Association Bemoans the Passing of its Founding President, the late Mrs. Suzy Eban ICA's Founding President, Suzy Eban of blessed lacking funds to fulfill its vision and targets, into a memory, passed away at a ripe old age in early leading organization that has garnered widespread September, on the eve of the "Door Knock" Fundraising national and international recognition. Campaign, a fundraiser which she herself initiated This year marks the Jubilee of the "Door Knock" and orchestrated. Her unique contribution to the Fundraising Campaign. This is a popular campaign State of Israel and Israeli society in all its variegated that Suzy implemented in Israel, based on an facets, and her role as an active player in volunteer Australian concept. But Suzy orchestrated this endeavors, even in her final days – shall be treasured campaign in her own special way, so that it served forever in our collective memory. as a role model in educating toward contributing Prof. Aaron Ciechanover, ICA Honorary President, and giving, and she also enlisted the army, the Prof. Eliezer Robinson, ICA Chairman, Leon police and even Israel's then President, and set out Recanati, ICA Vice Chairman, Mrs. Miri Ziv, ICA with determination to fulfill her mission, refusing Director General, and all ICA staff and volunteers to take no for an answer. And indeed, since Israel's