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Dr. Bhuvana Ramkumar, Formerly of CCS Oncology, Returns to Roswell Park as Community Cancer Practice Physician

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Community Cancer Practice network of outstanding oncology physicians has once again expanded with the appointment of Bhuvana Ramkumar, MD, as staff physician at Roswell Park Hematology Oncology of Niagara in Niagara Falls, N.Y., as well as Roswell Park Hematology Oncology Northtowns in Williamsville, N.Y.
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I Have Cancer, Now What?

While no one is ever prepared for a cancer diagnosis, following these tips can help you learn more about your diagnosis, choose the right treatment, and find your way forward to better health.

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Roswell Park Researchers Identify Epigenetic Changes that May Help Explain Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers have identified epigenetic differences in the breast cancer tumors of African-American women and women of European descent, shedding light on one mechanism by which race may influence the way breast cancer develops. They are presenting the results of this research at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2018 in Chicago, Ill.
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Sedentary Lifestyle Drastically Increases Risk of Dying from Cancer

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers have once again identified a link between physical inactivity and an increased risk of mortality among cancer patients, emphasizing the health risks of a sedentary lifestyle and the importance of regular exercise as therapy for cancer patients both during and after treatment. The team is presenting the findings of their research today at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting 2018 in Chicago, Ill.
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Keeping Brian’s Memory Alive

I knew Brian from refereeing ice hockey. Our group of friends had been involved in youth hockey for decades; we were a close and giving community. Then, about 11 years ago, Brian was diagnosed with cancer.

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