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New Study from Roswell Park Pinpoints Cells That May Drive Treatment Resistance in Prostate Cancer

A research effort led by Dean Tang, PhD, sheds light on a critical area of oncologic study — the biology and mechanisms behind castration-resistant prostate cancer. The team’s findings, published in the journal Cell Stem Cell, reflect six years of collaborative research.

Friday, June 14, 2024 - 08:00 am

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What is achalasia?

Achalasia is a rare swallowing disorder in which the esophagus loses the ability to propel food and liquids into the stomach. As a result, food gets stuck in the esophagus, leading to regurgitation of food and often chest pain.

Wednesday, June 12, 2024 - 08:24 am

Cancer Research & News

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Warren Alpert Prize Honors Renier Brentjens, MD, PhD, 3 Other Pioneers in CAR T-Cell Therapy

The 2024 Warren Alpert Foundation Prize has been awarded to Renier Brentjens, MD, PhD, and three other scientists whose transformational discoveries led to the creation of chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) T cells, a treatment that modifies patients’ immune cells and optimizes their ability to eliminate cancer cells.

Tuesday, June 11, 2024 - 08:00 am

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Traveling for cancer care

People from across New York State, and around the world, come to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center to receive consultations and treatments for their cancer care. While the logistics of this may seem daunting, Roswell Park does this every day.

Monday, June 10, 2024 - 10:08 am

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

Patient Caitlyn Pietz embraces her husband as she rings the Victory Bell at the end of her treatment

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5 reasons why Roswell Park’s NCI designation matters to you

In Western and Upstate New York, all roads lead to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of the first three nationally designated comprehensive cancer centers — a recognition from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) that places Roswell Park among the very top cancer centers.

Friday, June 7, 2024 - 12:00 pm

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

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Roswell Park Earns ‘Exceptional’ Rating from National Cancer Institute With Best-Ever Core Grant

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has earned its most highly rated grant from the National Cancer Institute (NCI). The NCI renewed Roswell Park’s status as a Comprehensive Cancer Center — a designation held by less than 4% of cancer centers — awarding Roswell Park the highest possible “Exceptional” rating as it renewed a grant Roswell Park has successfully competed for since 1972.

Friday, June 7, 2024 - 08:00 am

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Firefighters face increased risk of cancer, underscoring importance of regular screenings

Firefighters, in particular, and other first responders are at higher risk of developing myeloma, lymphoma and cancer in the breast, lungs, skin, liver, testes and other organs.

Thursday, June 6, 2024 - 08:00 am

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

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Catching up with Chasity, the miracle baby

Now five years old and in kindergarten, Chasity is a happy, healthy, active little girl, who still shows no signs of the cancer that once wracked her body.

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 - 01:22 pm

Patient Stories