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Sculpting a Legacy

For nearly four years, a statue bearing the likeness of a beloved Roswell Park volunteer has welcomed visitors to our Kaminski Park and Gardens, located outside the main hospital. Monty, Roswell Park’s first-ever therapy dog, serves as a reminder of the compassionate power of animals, now memorialized in the form of a custom statue.

Wednesday, April 13, 2016 - 02:04 pm

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Breast self-exams: the first line of defense

Adult women, starting at age 20, are encouraged to perform a breast self-exam at least once a month. The key to a successful self-exam is consistency.

Friday, February 12, 2016 - 01:40 pm

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Healthy Weight Is Important for Cancer Survivorship

A healthy body weight is not just about your physical appearance; it is a general reflection of your overall health. Obesity is a prevalent problem in the United States. Nearly 69% of adults and 32% of children in the United States are considered overweight or obese, according to data from 2009-2010. Obesity is linked to increased risk for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease — and cancer.

Wednesday, January 20, 2016 - 01:06 pm

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A Yoga Tutorial for Cancer Patients

Most of us experience stress in our hectic, day-to-day lives. However, a person in cancer treatment might struggle with intensified feelings of anxiety, depression or fear.

Thursday, January 14, 2016 - 09:49 am

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The Stories Hiding in Roswell Park’s Quilts

One day Barb Murak stopped by the waiting room of the Urology Clinic at Roswell Park and noticed several guys flipping idly through Field & Stream magazine, heads down, as they waited for their appointments. She had an idea.

Thursday, January 7, 2016 - 11:49 am

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A Prescription for Fun from Roswell Park's Creative Arts Team

Remember how much fun you used to have with a coloring book and a box of crayons? Molly Gold, one of six Artists-in-Residence at Roswell Park, says adults are often surprised when they rediscover the activity. “People say, ‘Oh, my gosh, this is so relaxing! I haven’t colored since I was ten years old.’”

Wednesday, November 25, 2015 - 10:53 am

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Pediatric Cancer Survivor’s Guide

As Childhood Cancer Awareness Month comes to a close, we want to stress the importance of long-term follow-up care and the benefits of the pediatric survivor’s clinic.

Tuesday, September 29, 2015 - 03:31 pm

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What makes an oncology pharmacy unique?

Roswell Park unveiled its brand new pharmacy location at the Scott Bieler Amherst Center, offering another convenient way for patients to retrieve prescriptions. However, the Roswell Park Pharmacy provides more than just convenience.

Friday, September 25, 2015 - 04:03 pm

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Learning Problems after Pediatric Cancer

Children with brain tumors or with acute lymphoblastic leukemia are most likely to have late effects in the brain, but any child treated for cancer is at a higher risk for learning disabilities, memory loss and social distress.

Thursday, April 2, 2015 - 01:06 pm

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