Cancer Talk Blog

Roswell Park Again Named a Top 10 New York State Employer by Forbes

Roswell Park is pleased to be recognized again on Forbes’ Best Employers by State listing, ranked in the top 10 among New York State employers. Roswell Park is the only healthcare organization in Western New York to make this year’s list, and one of only two health employers in the top 10 for New York.

Wednesday, August 28, 2024 - 08:00 am

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When you become the caregiver

Caregivers play a vital role in their loved one’s cancer journey. They provide home healthcare, oversee home and family, make sure bills are paid and cupboards are stocked.

Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - 09:30 am

Cancer Support

Oncology massage therapist Beth Bergmann, performs a massage on a patient in the 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center

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Oncology massage — a relaxing respite from cancer

In the words of one patient, oncology massage is like "a vacation from cancer." It's a relaxing, pleasurable escape from everything that is going on.

Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 04:22 pm

Cancer Support

Group shot with $100,000 check presented by Hyundai Hope on Wheels

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Hyundai Hope On Wheels Awards $100,000 to Roswell Park to Support Pediatric Palliative Care

Hyundai Hope On Wheels awarded a $100,000 Hyundai Impact Award Grant to Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center to continue its long-standing fight against pediatric cancer. The Hyundai Impact Award was presented to Kanwal Mallhi, MD.

Thursday, August 22, 2024 - 08:00 am

Image of the digestive system with the appendix highlighted near the large intestine

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Can you get cancer in your appendix?

You can! In the world of body parts, the appendix is a curious outlier. It’s basically a small pouch of tissue attached to the large intestine, but with an unknown function.

Monday, August 19, 2024 - 11:54 am

Prevention & Screening

Jim Dorsey brings his custom car to Crusin' for a Cure Buffalo-Niagara and has for all 13 years of the event.

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From prostate cancer survivor to advocate: Why Cruisin’ for a Cure matters to Jim

“It literally saves lives,” Jim says. “Men are dying needlessly for want of a simple test and the discomfort of a finger. We should be testing men annually and men have to be their own advocates.”

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 - 09:53 am

Patient Stories

Prevention & Screening

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Why survivorship care is an essential part of life after cancer

There are countless things to say about going through cancer treatment and testing, but in my experience, it was the challenges of what comes next that took me by surprise.

Monday, August 12, 2024 - 08:00 am

Patient Stories

Scientists and researchers posing in a building lobby

News

Roswell Park Indigenous Cancer Screening/Navigation Success Reaches New Mexico with BMS Foundation Grant

A new collaboration will see Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center partnering with the University of New Mexico (UNM), supported by a grant from the Bristol Myers Squibb Foundation, to address health disparities for the Pueblo Nations of New Mexico.

Monday, August 12, 2024 - 08:00 am

Peaches and cherries displayed at a farmers market

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The benefits of eating in-season produce

Ripe, freshly picked fruits and vegetables tend to be most nutrient-dense and cost-effective.

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 - 08:19 am

Life & Wellness