Press Releases

Cancer Research and Patient Care in WNY Gets a Big Boost
Saturday, June 23, 2012
(BUFFALO, NY) The more than 10,000 Supporters of The Ride For Roswell, including riders, volunteers, patients and survivors, closed out the 17th annual fundraiser with a great sense of pride today knowing that they raised enough to fund 25 lifesaving cancer research studies and 30 patient care... Read more
Cancer center launches digital version of Roswellness magazine, enhances resources for mobile users
Thursday, June 21, 2012
BUFFALO, NY — Embracing the expanded possibilities of how people are receiving their information in a technological age, Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) is sharing information on two new electronic platforms: a digital edition of its Roswellness consumer magazine and a mobile website... Read more
Institute leaders urge governor to sign bill into law
Monday, June 18, 2012
BUFFALO, NY — Officials at Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) applaud the New York State Legislature for supporting a bill that would delay the age at which New Yorkers can begin to expose themselves to indoor tanning. Both houses of the Legislature have voted to approve... Read more
Tobacco use can negatively impact cancer treatment, but few studies incorporate assessment or cessation support
Friday, June 15, 2012
BUFFALO, NY — While tobacco use can significantly hamper cancer treatment, few cancer researchers are incorporating tobacco assessment into their clinical studies. That’s the conclusion a group of investigators led by Graham Warren, MD, PhD, Assistant Professor in the Department of... Read more
Friday, June 15, 2012
BUFFALO, NY — Representatives from the Retired Professional Fire Fighters Cancer Fund today visited Roswell Park Cancer Institute to make a gift of $10,000 in support of cancer research programs. The donated funds will support research of kidney cancer and leukemia at Roswell Park. Photos... Read more
Friday, June 15, 2012
WHAT:           Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) and The Belle Center community center are teaming up to host a job fair for open positions at RPCI, and to raise awareness about cancer and the importance of early detection. Read more