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We Set The Model: Roswell Park's role in the National Cancer Act of 1971

… Park's role in the National Cancer Act of 1971 This year marks the 50th anniversary of the United States Congress … cancer center model has been proven to provide better long-term survival rates for patients, compared to those …   This year marks the 50th anniversary of the United States Congress …
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Could psychedelic drugs relieve cancer pain?

… called micro-dosing.” He adds that the clinical trial will mark the first time micro-dosing has been used to study how … therapist, and Dr. Case is about to begin a year-long psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy training program as … called micro-dosing.” He adds that the clinical trial will mark the first time micro-dosing has been used to study how …
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Can Roswell Park’s promising brain cancer vaccine work for children and young adults?

… times over six weeks, and then once every three months as long as it continues to be effective. Blood tests performed … safety. Looking ahead toward the next breakthrough This marks the beginning of what promises to be an epic journey, … times over six weeks, and then once every three months as long as it continues to be effective. Blood tests performed …
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How lung cancer screening saved Tina's life

… This quick, easy and pain-free test detects early cancers long before any symptoms appear. When Tina Morgan, age 63, … she had an appointment with Roswell Park thoracic surgeon Mark Hennon, MD, FACS , Associate Professor of Oncology and … she had an appointment with Roswell Park thoracic surgeon Mark Hennon, MD, FACS , Associate Professor of Oncology and …
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Delivering on the promise of ‘living drugs’

… this,” says Dr. Brentjens. “About 40% of patients achieve long-term remission or cure.”  Recognized as a pioneer in the … combat solid tumors more effectively.  The clinical trial marks the first time patients’ T cells will be manufactured … this,” says Dr. Brentjens. “About 40% of patients achieve long-term remission or cure.”  Recognized as a pioneer in the …
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Fighting cancer as a family: Alex and Penny’s story

… and her own, is in the rearview mirror. It’s been a long few years for her family. In August 2016, the family, … for the Newarks. They were approaching Alex’s five-year mark for his osteosarcoma diagnosis in early 2020. Penny was … and her own, is in the rearview mirror. It’s been a long few years for her family. In August 2016, the family, …
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Stem cell transplant for multiple myeloma: Paul's story

… retired and is feeling the benefits of it. He also just marked two years with no indications of his myeloma returning … The 2024 Ride for Roswell Torch Lighter: Kelly’s story How long can I live with multiple myeloma? Are multiple myeloma … retired and is feeling the benefits of it. He also just marked two years with no indications of his myeloma returning …
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Gastroesophageal junction cancer: Rick's story

… clinical trials and cancer immunotherapy. “It didn’t take long for me to know I was in the right place,” Rick recalls. … this trial of 18, and by the end of the trial, tumors were markedly decreased in 61% of the cases, with mine being the … clinical trials and cancer immunotherapy. “It didn’t take long for me to know I was in the right place,” Rick recalls. …
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Advanced radiation for prostate cancer: Robert's story

… advances Robert was referred to radiation oncologist Mark Farrugia, MD, PhD , for ART/SBRT treatment, which … take care of it, but this isn’t going to kill you in the long run.’ That’s really what I wanted to hear, because I’ve … advances Robert was referred to radiation oncologist Mark Farrugia, MD, PhD , for ART/SBRT treatment, which …
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Worries About BPA: How to Reduce Your Exposure

… with the latest scientific evidence about the chemical’s long-term physical effects. “I don’t think we’ve seen a study … may contain BPA. The container may contain BPA if it’s marked with the number 7 inside a triangle of arrows (the … with the latest scientific evidence about the chemical’s long-term physical effects. “I don’t think we’ve seen a study …