Cancer Talk Blog

Dr. Ermelinda Bonaccio in the Breast Imaging Center

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Mammogram FAQs — what you need to know

A guide to everything you need to know about screening mammograms.

Thursday, October 7, 2021 - 08:48 am

Prevention & Screening

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Finding better weapons against triple-negative breast cancer

The rate of breast cancer in Black and Hispanic/Latinx women continues to be of concern to doctors, as these groups have higher death rates from breast cancer than non-Hispanic white women.

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 - 08:13 am

Cancer Research & News

Prevention & Screening

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Sequencing the human genome set the pace for identifying cancer before it starts

Being able to understand and read DNA made it possible for researchers to find mutations within the genome and develop therapies aimed at attacking those specific mistakes.

Friday, October 1, 2021 - 09:48 am

Cancer Research & News

Prevention & Screening

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Does processed meat cause cancer?

The World Health Organization (WHO) guidelines now classify processed meats as a “definite” cause of cancer, while red meats are a “probable” cause.

Thursday, September 23, 2021 - 10:15 am

Prevention & Screening

Healthy red blood cells and those deformed by sickle cell disease are shown in a blood vessel.

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Screening and treatment for sickle cell disease available at Roswell Park

“People with abnormal hemoglobin traits have risks of having children with a potential blood problem, including the risk of sickle cell disease,” Dr. Steven Ambrusko says.

Friday, September 17, 2021 - 12:43 pm

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

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A diagnosis he wasn’t expecting: Richard’s story

Learning that you have been diagnosed with cancer can be difficult news to process. Many factors can contribute to such a diagnosis, which is why “going to your doctor and staying ahead of the game” is one of the best ways to catch cancer early on.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 - 12:13 pm

Patient Stories

Prevention & Screening

A flat red freckle appears on a section of skin.

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Is petechiae a symptom of leukemia?

If you’ve noticed a scattering of little red spots on your skin, a condition called petechiae, it could mean that your blood is trying to tell you something.

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 - 04:17 pm

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

A red Buffalo Fire Department SUV is parked in front of a blue New York State Trooper SUV with Roswell Park's main hospital building in the background.

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First responders “relieved” to know Roswell Park is now certified for 9/11-related cancer care

As of July 2021, Roswell Park can now treat any first responder whose cancer has been certified under the World Trade Center Health Program and have it covered by the federal program.

Friday, September 10, 2021 - 08:00 am

Cancer Research & News

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening