Cancer Talk Blog

Can Ovarian Cancer Come Back After a Hysterectomy?

What matters most in terms of whether ovarian cancer will recur is the stage of disease at the time of diagnosis and if all visible cancer was removed at the time of surgery.

Wednesday, August 5, 2020 - 01:27 pm

Cancer Research & News

Dr. Philip McCarthy discusses treatment options with a patient.

News

Optum® Renews Distinction for Roswell Park’s Blood and Marrow Transplant Program

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, one of the first centers in the world to routinely offer blood and marrow transplants (BMT) and other forms of cellular therapy, has been recognized once more as an Optum^® Center of Excellence in BMT for pediatric and adult patients.

Monday, August 3, 2020 - 08:00 am

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Article

Easy Ways to Increase Your Calorie Intake During Cancer Treatment

Your calorie needs may increase during treatment, but treatment side effects can interfere with your appetite. Here are some strategies to help you maintain a healthy weight.

Wednesday, July 29, 2020 - 10:42 am

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Life & Wellness

Dr. Chumy Nwogu smiles along with patient in exam room

News

Buffalo is Home to a ‘Best Hospital’: Roswell Park Again Ranked Among Top 1.5% of Cancer Centers

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center remains the only cancer care facility in Western and Upstate New York to earn a place on U.S. News & World Report’s Best Hospitals list. The Buffalo-based cancer center has retained its no. 14 position among the Best Hospitals for Cancer based on U.S. News’ comprehensive review of numerous indicators of the quality of its care.

Tuesday, July 28, 2020 - 08:00 am

Article

Fertility-Sparing Techniques in GYN Cancer

Gynecologic cancers directly affect a woman's fertility as they typically involve the uterus, cervix, fallopian tubes and ovaries. Depending on the type and stage of the cancer, GYN malignancies are usually treated with surgery, chemotherapy, radiation or a combination of these modalities.

Monday, July 27, 2020 - 10:23 am

Cancer Support

Article

Planting the Seeds of Community Outreach

“Experiencing Roswell Park’s tight-knit family is what compelled me to come back for a second year. Getting a thank you from a neighbor can really change your day.”

Friday, July 24, 2020 - 11:21 am

Cancer Research & News

Article

Immunotherapy for Ovarian Cancer: Carol's Story

Dr. Clinton willingly traveled from Ohio to Buffalo every month, and sometimes more often, because the clinical trial “was the most advanced immunological treatment for my genetic type of cancer.

Thursday, July 23, 2020 - 02:26 pm

Patient Stories

Cancer Research & News

Young woman checking the back of head for skin cancer

Article

Is Skin Cancer of the Scalp the Same as Other Skin Cancers?

Even people who regularly check their skin as recommended often do not think of including their scalp. It is important to have someone else check the scalp thoroughly on a regular basis.

Wednesday, July 22, 2020 - 11:34 am

Prevention & Screening

Young woman holding a Breast Cancer Awareness Ribbon

Article

Breast Cancer in Young Women: Family History Is the Best Indicator of Risk

It is relatively uncommon for younger women — those who have not yet started menopause — to be diagnosed with breast cancer, says Ellis Levine, MD, Chief of Breast Medicine at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Tuesday, July 21, 2020 - 01:04 pm

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening