Cancer Talk Blog

Making a mark in medical history

As we conclude Black History Month, we look at some of the major achievements in medicine by highlighting five African Americans who made their mark in cancer research. These individuals were among the first of their ethnic group to make significant contributions to the medical field and helped pave the way for others. Read about these hardworking visionaries that changed the face of cancer for countless patients throughout the world.

Tuesday, February 25, 2014 - 12:16 pm

Cancer Research & News

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Scientists Identify Key Structural Qualities that Distinguish Novel Anticancer Agent

BUFFALO, NY — A team led by Fengzhi Li, PhD, of Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has reported significant new findings regarding the chemical structure of the novel anticancer agent FL118.

Tuesday, December 31, 2013 - 07:00 am

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Take control of your medical future: Assign a health care proxy

Part of life is the unforeseen event. It’s why we take out insurance on our homes, cars, health and lives. We want to be covered in case of accidents or emergencies that we just don’t see coming.

Tuesday, April 30, 2013 - 03:52 pm

Cancer Support

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Oral Sex Linked to Rise in Oral Cancers

This month, recognized as Oral Cancer Awareness Month, take a few minutes to understand how your sex life may affect your risk of oral cancer.

Tuesday, April 23, 2013 - 12:39 pm

Cancer Research & News

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National Expert To Headline Roswell Park Seminar On Role Of Research In Nursing

BUFFALO, NY —Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center (Roswell Park) welcomes the region’s nurses to a free half-day program featuring a keynote address from a national expert.

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Gowanda Harley-Davidson to Donate $14,000

Motorcycle enthusiasts and cancer advocates raised $14,000 at the sixth annual Tony Reid Memorial Mileage Challenge on Oct. 17 and will present the funds to Roswell Park on Thursday.

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Robert A. Weinberg, PhD, to Deliver Annual Dave Memorial Lecture at Roswell Park December 11

BUFFALO, NY — Cancer research pioneer Robert A.

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Roswell Park Hosts Regional Launch Of New Statewide Television Campaign

BUFFALO — The New York State Department of Health (DOH) gave Western New Yorkers a look at its new ad campaign highlighting the price smokers pay for their addiction at a press conference today at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.

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Schumer Launches Effort to Finalize Critical Roswell Park Downtown Development Deal

Editor's note: A version of this press release was issued February 21, 2013, by the office of U.S. Sen. Charles Schumer (NY).