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A Second Fight with Cancer, Guided by a Coach

Janice had passed a big milestone in her journey as a breast cancer survivor — the five-year mark — and figured going in for a six-year exam would be no big deal. She didn’t expect to be told the cancer had returned.

Tuesday, September 1, 2020 - 08:48 am

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Using Social Media to Provide Black Mothers with Breastfeeding Information

What is the best way to get critical medical and health information to those who need it? Reach people where they are.

Friday, August 28, 2020 - 09:43 am

Cancer Research & News

Life & Wellness

Prevention & Screening

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From Cancer Patient to ROCKstar: Becoming a Patient Advocate

Cancer survivors have a chance to share their stories and influence how doctors and researchers design cancer treatments, thanks to Roswell Park’s ROCKstars program.

Thursday, August 27, 2020 - 09:42 am

Cancer Support

Prevention & Screening

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Hereditary Cancer Screening — What We Know Now

Our understanding of the genetic impact on cancer risk continues to evolve rapidly, and scientific advances in the field have led to significant changes in genetic screening for cancer risk in terms of what we test for, whom we test and how we test.

Wednesday, August 26, 2020 - 08:15 am

Cancer Research & News

Prevention & Screening

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Can Dogs Smell Cancer?

Dr. Stenzel notes that dogs persistently sniffed, licked and nipped at melanoma lesions on their owners’ skin, even through clothing, prompting the owners to identify the cancerous sites and seek care from clinicians.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - 04:19 pm

Cancer Research & News

Prevention & Screening

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Ovarian Cancer Patient Grateful for the Time Immunotherapy Has Given Her

A second opinion at Roswell Park led to an immunotherapy clinical trial that gave ovarian cancer patient Julia Falleti more time with her family.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - 01:39 pm

Patient Stories

Cancer Research & News

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Roswell Park Study: Delaying Antiviral Treatment May Boost Immunity in Stem Cell Transplant Recipients

Patients who develop cytomegalovirus (CMV) infections after allogeneic stem cell transplantation may be able to develop an immunity against the virus, strengthen their immune system and reduce reliance on strong antiviral medications, a team of cellular-therapy specialists from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has found.

Tuesday, August 25, 2020 - 08:00 am

Dr. Anurag Singh, Director of Radiation Research at Roswell Park

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New Study Suggests Role for Hormone Therapy to Treat Even Small, T1a Breast Cancers

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Many people diagnosed with breast cancers that are small but invasive could benefit from hormone treatment, a new study led by physicians at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center confirms.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 08:00 am

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The Ride for Roswell Concludes the Reimagined Summer of the Ride

BUFFALO, N.Y. — The Ride for Roswell, presented by the West Herr Automotive Group, has concluded its reimagined Summer of the Ride and has raised $3.49 million for cancer care and research at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Monday, August 24, 2020 - 08:00 am