Esophageal Cancer is still relatively rare, and the survivors are rather dispersed. In the US's largest city, we can band together, learn from each other and show the next generation of patients that this disease can be beaten.

The purpose of this Meetup is to introduce a new and very effective natural healing method, Ki(Qi)-Energy Healing Therapy to those who are suffering with pain. Through many years of mental and physical training, I have mastered the way to withdraw spiritual energy called Ki(Qi) from the universe freely. I use this energy to realign deviated spine in order to facilitate nerve functions, losen up tight muscles and organs, open up clogged arteries and lymph system, and facilitate/balance hormone se …

researchers often fail to allocate enough upfront time for surveying a problem domain and getting a sense for the current state of the field as a whole. what are the most pressing questions in the community at the moment? what are the latest publicly available data sets? how to ensure that one's work will, in fact, uniquely contribute to the literature and be useful to the community as a whole? rather than organize more meetings where researchers present their particular work in granular detail …

Thyroid disease, whether it's Grave's, Hashish's, Hyper, Hypo, or Cancer, is life altering diagnosis. Survivors are often under treated by their physicians or still struggling to find their way through a maze of information. It can be a emotional and lonely experience that is misunderstood by others. This group is for anyone looking to connect with others about their experiences, to learn from each other about what has worked (or not), and find overall support. Perhaps you or someone you know ha …

This meetup is a way for IHadCancer.com members and all cancer Fighters, Survivors and their Supporters in NYC to connect and support one another offline. When you or someone you love is fighting cancer, family and friends might not be able to understand or relate to what you're going through. We started I Had Cancer to help those dealing with cancer find the people who could give them the most relevant support and advice. Now we want to meet our community, and connect them beyond the web. From …

The YSC Face 2 Face (F2F) Leader Network allows F2F volunteers to communicate and collaborate with one another about how to best support young women affected by breast cancer in their local communities.  This is a great way for the leaders to share resources, ideas and learn about the variety of F2F networks across the nation. F2F leaders can post questions, updates, event information, pictures, videos, and even documents that could be shared. It is also a place for the Regional Field Managers t …

This network is designed for breast cancer survivors diagnosed in their 40’s or younger regardless of your current age. Whether you have just been diagnosed, are still undergoing treatments or are several years out, join us to connect with other young women who have faced breast cancer. In a relaxed setting, you can connect with other young breast cancer survivors just like you, find out about available resources, ask questions, make new friends and be assured that you are not alone.

Having fun, getting together for adventures and celebrating wellness. This group is for those in their 20s and 30s who share a bond and want to move on to enjoy clubs, music, exploring NY together.

My goal in life is personal growth through as many means as possible, and I would really like to support others in this endeavor as well. I am a firm believer that real growth and change happens when you connect with other people and have the safe space to make mistakes, ask questions, and be accepted for who you are anyway :). I would like us to gather together and do various activities and exercises to uncover those areas in ourselves that need work, to support each other in this process, and …

The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicating to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer.

Do you find that people act surprised when you tell them you have a disability? Do they say "But you don't look sick" or ask what's your disability really about? Are you wanting support to move ahead in your life despite your disability? Are you wanting to support a friend or family member that has a medical condition? Well, this Meetup's just for you. It's an environment where people with the "non visible disability" of Fibromyalgia, Lupus, OCD, CFS, HIV, Cancer, Mental health disorders, and ma …

Africans Walking for a Cause (New York City) Goal: This is an open group for people of African origin in New York AND all others who support their efforts: to promote the act of giving and generosity through participation in charity walks/runs around New York City and to that end promote good health. Joining the Africans Walking for a Cause group is a great way to give back to the community while meeting like-minded individuals who are social conscious, positive, and active. Many of the causes …

Running, riding, taking on new challenges – all are more fun with friends to motivate and cheer us on. Team LUNA Chix brings together women interested in learning new sports, staying active and inspiring others to do the same. Teams train together and support each other, while also fundraising for LUNA’s non-profit partner, the Breast Cancer Fund. Visit our website http://teamlunachix.com/new_york_city_run and check in with our Facebook page to stay up to date on all our activities in New York C …

What is OM Healing? A wonderful explanation, teaching, and the resurected story of OM-Healing by Sri Swami Vishawananda..:) https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B7tD0B1RmOH1aFBwYnJnOEVMbW8/edit?usp=sharing Welcome to OM Healing NYC. We started OM Healing in January 2013, our NYC group is growing. More then 500 OM Healing groups world wide come regularly together to chant the cosmic sound of OM as a healing support for Mother Earth, for themselves and the whole of humanity. What is OM Healing? Sound …

NYC Vegan / Vegetarian Eating and Events! NYC Vegans was started by Daphne Cheng on March 15, 2011.  On Oct. 15, 2012, after 19 fantastic months of her leadership, she stepped down.  I am now organizing the group. Thanks to Daphne for all her excellent work!  Below is Daphne's original group description.  New York has so many excellent vegan / vegetarian restaurants and resources.  I look forward to builiding on Daphne's legacy of success, with excellent events for NYC Vegans. -David Greene Don …

Latin American Motorcycle Association, was formed not as a motorcycly club but as a way for family and community to get together. We love to ride and welcomeRemember, "S all riders to come along. We help support charities and fund raisers like, TOYS FOR TOTS, AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, ST JUDES CHILDRENS HOSPITAL, AND MANY MORE. Remember, "Strangers, Are Just Friends We Haven"t Met Yet."