Cancer Talk Blog

Dr. Johnson speaks at May 2022 press conference with Buffalo mayor and Buffalo Fire Department personnel

Buffalo Fire Department, Roswell Park Partnering to Mitigate Risks to City’s First Responders

Cancer is the most dangerous threat to firefighter health and safety today, surpassing cardiac related deaths. To help address and reduce these risks, the Buffalo Fire Department and Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center have teamed up to develop an ongoing initiative to keep first responders safe.

Thursday, May 5, 2022 - 08:00 am

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What is Merkel cell carcinoma?

Of the millions of people who develop skin cancer each year in the United States, only about 3,000 are diagnosed with Merkel cell carcinoma, a very rare type of skin cancer.

Tuesday, May 3, 2022 - 09:55 pm

Cancer Research & News

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Pamela Paplham: 30 years of pioneering spirit and passion for patient care

On March 9, 1992, nurse practitioner Pamela Paplham, DNP, AOCNP, FNP-BC, FAANP, FAAN, started working at what was then called Roswell Park Memorial Institute. Exactly 30 years later, she retired from what is now called Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

Monday, May 2, 2022 - 10:30 am

Meet the Team

Jerry and Haley Ward sit on concrete steps as she holds up her cap after graduating from college.

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My Why: Haley Ward, MA

“Dad was always saying ‘I’m going to fight it. I am not ready to give up.’"

Friday, April 29, 2022 - 09:00 am

Roswell Park Nursing Teams Present Findings at 2022 Oncology Nursing Society Annual Meeting

BUFFALO, N.Y. — Several nursing teams from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center were invited to share their research at the 47th Annual Congress of the Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), which is underway in Anaheim, California, and continues through May 1, 2022.

Friday, April 29, 2022 - 08:00 am

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Esophageal Cancer Q&A with Dr. Fountzilas

Christos Fountzilas, MD, Associate Professor of Oncology and board-certified gastrointestinal medical oncologist at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, answers some of the most common questions about this rare and complex type of cancer.

Thursday, April 28, 2022 - 10:00 am

Prevention & Screening

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Fueling for exercise

In order for your body to perform, you need fuel, but what’s the best way to get it? Do you really need expensive sports powders, gels or supplements? Should you eat before a workout? Should you eat right after? Let’s jump into some topics on fueling your activity!

Wednesday, April 27, 2022 - 11:48 am

Life & Wellness

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Drink up to avoid the dangers of dehydration

Dehydration occurs when you lose more fluids than you take in. Along with the water, you lose vital electrolytes such as sodium and potassium.

Tuesday, April 26, 2022 - 09:16 pm

Cancer Support

image of patient with doctor - testicular cancer

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What causes testicular cancer?

In America, testicular cancer is the most common cancer affecting young men and teens, between the ages of 15 and 35. Fortunately, it’s still quite rare compared to other types of cancer

Monday, April 25, 2022 - 09:00 pm

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