Cancer Talk Blog

Lem Mogavero, Michaela, and Cathrine Casacci

A Picture Is Worth a Thousand Words

I needed her to know that she wasn’t just a patient, but a person with a life to get back to and amazing opportunities ahead of her.

Thursday, February 6, 2020 - 01:56 pm

Meet the Team

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Women in Science: Yasmin Thanavala, PhD

"It’s the potential to provide simple and effective methods to protect against disease and cancer. That’s what has always been very important to me.”

Tuesday, February 4, 2020 - 08:00 am

Meet the Team

The staff of the Center for Indigenous Cancer Research at Roswell Park

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New Center for Indigenous Cancer Research at Roswell Park Has Regional Focus, Global Reach

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Growing up on the Seneca Nation in Western New York, Rodney Haring, PhD, MSW, learned the concept of “The Good Mind” largely from the matrilineal voices in his community.

Tuesday, February 4, 2020 - 07:00 am

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Can You Have Kids After Cervical Cancer?

Cervical cancer is frequently diagnosed in young women, and a very important question many women receiving this diagnosis have is how this will affect their fertility and ability to carry a pregnancy.

Friday, January 31, 2020 - 12:25 pm

Cancer Support

Stir-fry in a pan, with red and yellow peppers, red onion, green beans, mushrooms

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Diet Makes a Difference: Try These Healthy Cooking Methods — and Recipes!

February is National Cancer Prevention Month, so it’s a great time to take steps to reduce your cancer risk by making healthy changes in your life. One way to do that is by adopting healthy cooking techniques.

Thursday, January 30, 2020 - 08:00 am

Life & Wellness

Roswell Park’s 2020 Super Bowl commercial asks people to “Stop, look around, take in the moment.”

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Roswell Park Inspires People to “Celebrate Life” in Latest Super Bowl Ad

Take time away from your phone, laptop or tablet and just enjoy the moment. That’s the core message of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center’s 60-second regional television commercial, “Celebrate Life,” which will air in the Buffalo region during the Super Bowl on Sunday, February 2. This is the fifth year the center has produced a Super Bowl spot for the local market.

Thursday, January 30, 2020 - 07:00 am

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Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy

CIPN can cause weakness and unpleasant sensations in your hands or feet, or sometimes in other parts of your body. Is there any way to relieve it?

Wednesday, January 29, 2020 - 08:00 am

Cancer Research & News

Cancer Support

Buffalo Sabres alumnus Brian Gionta gives out caps

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Roswell Park, Buffalo Sabres and New Era Cap Team Up for Cap of Hope

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has teamed up with New Era Cap and the Buffalo Sabres to create a limited-edition Cap of Hope. Designed with the creativity of Roswell Park patients and a doctor, the knit hat is a symbol of hope for patients, caregivers and those in the WNY community touched by cancer.

Tuesday, January 28, 2020 - 07:00 am

Doctor and patient talking together at a desk

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If You and Your Doctor Disagree

Getting a second opinion is always a good idea — and sometimes it's crucial, especially after a life-changing diagnosis, such as cancer.

Monday, January 27, 2020 - 10:50 am

Cancer Research & News