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Providing cancer information in a language you can use

The best information in the world is not going to be useful if it is provided in English, but the person concerned about their health speaks another language exclusively.

Friday, May 1, 2026 - 10:30 am

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

Breast and ovarian cancer patient SallyAnn Decker smiles with her niece, Stacy, in the Roswell Park lobby

Article

Genetic testing leads to early diagnosis of ovarian cancer: Sally’s story

Sally is determined to spread the word to family, friends and everyone else about the benefits of knowing your genetic status.

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 - 08:52 am

Patient Stories

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

Article

Smarter Than Cancer Podcast: Roswell Park’s mobile cancer screening centers

Having to drive far to access a low-dose CT scan, the tool most effective for finding lung cancer, creates a barrier to early diagnosis. Roswell Park's mobile cancer screening center brings the scan to you.

Thursday, April 9, 2026 - 09:25 am

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

A drawing of a group of people standing underneath a tree representing a family tree and how genetics play into cancer risk

Article

5 things to know if you have a family history of colorectal cancer

“A family history of colorectal cancer is a major risk factor for developing the cancer yourself,” says surgical oncologist Steven Nurkin, MD, FACS, Chief of Colorectal Surgery at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 - 09:28 am

Prevention & Screening

Scientist in a lab holding a beaker of liquid with a DNA strand next to her

Article

Cancer prevention for people with Lynch syndrome

Lynch syndrome is a rare, inherited risk for cancer that affects an estimated 1% of the general population.

Friday, March 20, 2026 - 09:41 am

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

Article

Smarter Than Cancer Podcast: Is cancer affected by food?

Eating a healthy diet can feel like a stressful premise, with seemingly conflicting advice published every other week. Concerns that a “bad” diet or “unhealthy” foods might increase your risk of developing cancer can add to that stress.

Friday, March 13, 2026 - 08:40 am

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

Image: Do you need a colonoscopy? Yes or No

Article

Do I still need a colonoscopy after a home stool test?

Colorectal cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer.

Thursday, March 5, 2026 - 09:29 am

Prevention & Screening

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For African Americans, breastfeeding longer can reduce risk of aggressive breast cancer

Breastfeeding can lower the risk of developing ER-negative breast cancer in African American women, according to stunning findings of a novel Roswell Park study in 2014.

Tuesday, February 24, 2026 - 09:43 am

Cancer Research & News

Prevention & Screening