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Cindy Latimore, second from left, holds a bouquet of flowers and a certificate, given to her for being named Nurse of the Month for May. She is standing in a hallway with other members of the Roswell Park staff, including President and CEO Candace S. Johnson.

“We all help each other out”: Latimore named Nurse of the Month for May

“No matter the situation, I want to make sure that person is comfortable, that they understand what’s happening and aren’t afraid."

Monday, May 16, 2022 - 09:55 am

Meet the Team

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Empire State Ride as a cancer patient: Maria's story

"Your whole life changes in a blink when you hear the words, 'You have cancer,' you don't take anything for granted."

Thursday, May 12, 2022 - 02:46 pm

Patient Stories

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Immunotherapy for triple-negative breast cancer

Immunotherapy is different because it uses your own immune system to boost your defensive response to cancer, or to help it find and attack cancer cells.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 - 09:30 am

Cancer Support

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Roswell Park Alliance Foundation welcomes new chairperson for Roswell Park Alliance Community Board

After over 30 years with a pair of steadfast leaders at the helm, the Roswell Park Alliance Foundation will have new leadership on its Alliance Community Board division.

Wednesday, May 11, 2022 - 08:00 am

A 3D rendering of the lower intestinal system.

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What is “watchful waiting” for rectal cancer?

Rectal cancer surgery is extremely complicated and is associated with significant side effects. This is due in part to the location of the rectum, the “last couple of inches” of the gastrointestinal tract.

Monday, May 9, 2022 - 01:30 pm

Cancer Support

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Roswell Park Surgical Technique Enables Faster, Fuller Recovery after Radical Prostatectomy

Radical prostatectomy, or removal of the prostate gland and surrounding tissues, is a standard surgical procedure used to treat men with prostate cancer. Robot-assisted radical prostatectomy (RARP) is becoming increasingly common, but as with other radical prostatectomy methods, urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction are common complications of the procedure.

Monday, May 9, 2022 - 08:00 am

Dr. Johnson speaks at May 2022 press conference with Buffalo mayor and Buffalo Fire Department personnel

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Buffalo Fire Department, Roswell Park Partnering to Mitigate Risks to City’s First Responders

Cancer is the most dangerous threat to firefighter health and safety today, surpassing cardiac related deaths. To help address and reduce these risks, the Buffalo Fire Department and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center have teamed up to develop an ongoing initiative to keep first responders safe.

Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 08:00 am

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What is Merkel cell carcinoma?

Of the millions of people who develop skin cancer each year in the United States, only about 3,000 are diagnosed with Merkel cell carcinoma, a very rare type of skin cancer.

Tuesday, May 3, 2022 - 09:55 pm

Cancer Research & News

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Pamela Paplham: 30 years of pioneering spirit and passion for patient care

On March 9, 1992, nurse practitioner Pamela Paplham, DNP, AOCNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, started working at what was then called Roswell Park Memorial Institute. Exactly 30 years later, she retired from what is now called Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Monday, May 2, 2022 - 10:30 am

Meet the Team