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Stress Receptors Explored as Possible Immune Checkpoint, Suggesting Role for Beta-Blockers in Cancer Treatment

NEW ORLEANS, La. — Combining a beta-blocker with the cancer immunotherapy drug pembrolizumab could be a promising new treatment option for many hard-to-treat solid-tumor cancers.

Saturday, April 9, 2022 - 08:00 am

A Roswell Park employee holds a cranial electrotherapy stimulation device and info card

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Using cranial electrotherapy stimulation to care for Roswell Park patients and staff

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is on top of the latest science, the newest technology and the best treatment options. But another big priority is ensuring quality of life for our patients and staff.

Thursday, April 7, 2022 - 01:28 pm

Life & Wellness

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New Immunotherapy Platform, Role of Stress in Cancer Highlight Roswell Park’s AACR 2022 Presentations

Dozens of cancer specialists at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center have been invited to present their latest advances in cancer research at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR), which will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, from April 8 to 13.

Wednesday, April 6, 2022 - 08:00 am

A group of young people, including three women and two men, smile at the camera.

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Is it rare to get cancer in your 20s?

It’s a time most young people dream about: Being in your 20s, finally an adult, out in the world and working your first job, maybe living in your first apartment alone or with a roommate. It’s an exciting time full of change and new adventures — something that can feel upended and derailed with a cancer diagnosis.

Monday, April 4, 2022 - 11:31 am

Cancer Support

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

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Updated genetic testing for breast cancer survivors

Due to continual advances, some people will actually have genetic testing done multiple times in their lives.

Friday, April 1, 2022 - 11:22 am

Cancer Research & News

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Colorectal cancer: Michael’s story

As a colorectal surgeon, Anthony Dakwar, MD, FACS, of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, has seen plenty of challenging medical cases and quick recoveries. But the case of Michael Buechi, 52, is one he’ll remember for a long time.

Thursday, March 31, 2022 - 09:00 am

Patient Stories

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COVID treatments available to help fight infections and improve immune response

We now have three widely available options for treating COVID-19. The treatment that’s best for you will depend on infection status, your symptoms, your risk for complications and your overall cancer therapy plan.

Tuesday, March 29, 2022 - 09:17 am

Cancer Research & News

A woman clutches her midsection with the intestinal system highlighted to indicate the gallbladder.

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How quickly can gallbladder cancer spread?

There is no screening test for gallbladder cancer like there are for some other cancers, which makes it harder to find the disease at an early stage.

Monday, March 28, 2022 - 09:04 am

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

Cards and pins from Pride Month at Roswell Park 2021

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Roswell Park Earns Perfect Score in Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s 2022 Healthcare Equality Index

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is proud to announce its designation as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader on the Human Rights Campaign Foundation’s Healthcare Equality Index (HEI) 2022.

Monday, March 28, 2022 - 08:00 am