2007 Releases

Go Cold Turkey for Thanksgiving: Oct-30-2007 — Why not go cold turkey this Thanksgiving and get the help you need to stop smoking by joining the RPCI Stop Smoking Clinic? The three-session clinic will be held on Thursdays...
Cancer Death Rates Fall: Oct-15-2007 — A report from the nation's leading cancer organizations finds that Americans' risk of dying from cancer decreased 2.1 percent from 2002 through 2004 while the rate of new cancers being diagnosed declined slightly.
Roswell Park Cancer Institute Hosts "Cancer In the Classroom": Oct-11-2007 — RPCI and its partners in cancer care will host "Cancer in the Classroom" – an educational program for family members, educators and school professionals – on Thursday, October 25, from 7:30 am to 3:15 pm, at Samuel's Grande Manor.
Halloween Treat: Oct-02-2007 — Give yourself a Halloween treat and get the help you need to stop smoking by joining RPCI's Stop Smoking Clinic. The three-session clinic will be held on Thursday, October 11, 18 and 25 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm in the Research Studies Center.
Reducing Health Disparities; Visit with a Nationally Recognized Scholar of Social Justice: Jul-10-2007 — The public is invited to a stimulating presentation by Vanessa Northington Gamble, MD, PhD, Director, National Center for Bioethics in Research and Health Care, Tuskegee University, who will discuss issues of race and health care disparities July 25...
Stop Smoking Now: Jul-09-2007 — The three-session clinic will be held on Tuesdays, July 10, 17 and 24 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, in the Research Studies Center at RPCI. Eligible smokers will receive a free two-week starter kit of nicotine patches to help them quit. The class is directed by Michael Cummings, PhD, a leading expert in smoking cessation.
Roswell Park to Offer Free Stop Smoking Classes in May: May-01-2007 — RPCI will be offering two free stop smoking classes to interested smokers in May. The Roswell Park Stop Smoking program has helped thousands of Western New Yorkers kick their nicotine addiction. Click for details.
Swing Into Spring Smoke-Free: Mar-28-2007 — Why not swing into spring smoke-free? Join RPCI stop smoking clinic and let us help you stop smoking. You can get started by attending the three-session stop smoking clinic...
Susan G. Komen for the Cure Grant Supports WNY Breast Resource Center: Mar-26-2007 — The WNY Breast Resource Center at RPCI has been awarded a $27,686 community grant from the Western New York Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, one of more than 100 affiliates nationwide dedicated to putting an end to breast cancer.
Give Your Sweetheart the Perfect Gift: Feb-01-2007 — Hearts and flowers are traditional for Valentine’s Day, but why not give your sweetheart a less conventional gift that will last a lifetime - stop smoking. Sign up for RPCI's stop smoking clinic.
Roswell Park Seeking Blood Donors: Jan-29-2007 — The RPCI Donor Center is asking everyone to celebrate this Valentine's Day season by opening their hearts to cancer patients and donate the precious gift of blood or platelets.
Marcia Wallace Wins Award: Jan-27-2007 — All Star Night was held on Saturday, January 27. Click to learn more about the evening's award winners including Marcia Wallace as the recipient of the Gilda Radner Courage Award.
BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and Roswell Park Agree on New Contract: Jan-03-2007 — BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York and RPCI have reached agreement on a new, three-year provider contract that includes new financial terms and covers all cancer services offered by Roswell Park.
January Stop Smoking Clinics: Dec-22-2006 — The program includes three sessions held on Thursdays, January 4, 11 and 18, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm, in the Research Studies Center, RPCI, located at the corner of Elm and Carlton Streets. To register, call (716) 845-8046.