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Headshots of Glen Miller, Jason Patton, and Charlotte Butler

Colorectal Cancer,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Magazine,
Ovarian Cancer

Surviving and Thriving

by Greg Glasgow | December 16, 2024

Sarah Scarpato, MD

Cancer,
Hospital Medicine,
Medical Oncology,
Hospitalists

Oncology Hospitalists Deliver Better Care to Cancer Patients in the Hospital

by Mark Harden | December 16, 2024

Headshots of Glen Miller, Jason Patton, and Charlotte Butler

Colorectal Cancer,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Magazine,
Ovarian Cancer

Surviving and Thriving

by Greg Glasgow | December 16, 2024

Ioannis Ziogas, MD, MPH and Benedetto Mungo, MD

Research,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Surgical Oncology,
Stomach Cancer,
Liver

Surgery Can Offer Hope for Some Patients with Advanced Stomach Cancer

by Mark Harden | December 13, 2024

Photo of CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Cancer,
Pharmacology

Cancer: Combating Chemotherapy Resistance

by David Kelly | December 13, 2024

University of Colorado Cancer Center Top Storied of 2024

Research,
Patient Care,
Leadership

CU Cancer Center Top Stories of 2024

by Cancer Center | December 13, 2024

A woman wearing blue gloves holding a pill in one hand and a vial of pills in the other hand.

Research,
Patient Care,
Breast Cancer,
Medicine,
Medical Oncology,
Targeted Therapies

How Combining Drugs May Be More Effective at Treating HER2-Positive Breast Cancer

by Tayler Shaw | December 12, 2024

Illustration of DNA-PK inhibitor research

Research,
Melanoma,
Immunotherapy

CU Cancer Center Research Finds New Drug That Stops Cancer Cells From Evading Immune System Detection

by Greg Glasgow | December 12, 2024

CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Research,
Faculty,
Brain and Spinal Cancer,
Biomedical Informatics

International Award Funds Brain Cancer Research at CU Anschutz

by Melinda Lammert | December 11, 2024

Enrique Soto Pérez de Celis presenting at the International Society of Geriatric Oncology (SIOG) annual meeting in October 2024.

Research,
Diversity,
Cancer,
Awards,
Global Health,
Medical Oncology

‘The Opportunities Are Endless’: CU Cancer Center Leader Signs Key International Agreement

by Mark Harden | December 10, 2024

Research,
Sarcoma

CU Cancer Center Member Breelyn Wilky, MD, Oversees Trial of New Treatment for Sarcomas

by Greg Glasgow | December 05, 2024

Ferdos Abdulkader (left) and Kenzie Hanigan work with children as part of their after-school skin-health education program in Denver and Aurora.

Students,
Skin Cancer,
Dermatology

CU Medical Students Promote Good Skin Health in a Great Public-Service Partnership

by Mark Harden | December 03, 2024

Natalie Longino in the lab.

Skin Cancer,
Cancer,
Melanoma,
Oncology,
Fellowship,
Hematology

Passions for Medical Science and Family: A Fellow Stays Focused on her Goals

by Mark Harden | December 02, 2024

Research,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia,
Cancer,
Cell and Gene Therapy,
Stem Cell Transplants,
Medical Oncology

Early-career Investigator Aims to Transform Leukemia Treatment with a Novel Approach to CAR T-cell Therapy

by Addie Netsanet | December 02, 2024

David Evans in Belize

Research,
Philanthropy,
Blood Cancer,
Cancer,
Magazine

Part of the Solution: Grateful Blood Cancer Patient Supports CU Cancer Center Research

by Mark Harden | November 22, 2024

Pancreas Cancer Awareness Month

Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer

Painful Symptoms Led to Discovery of Precancerous Pancreatic Cyst

by Greg Glasgow | November 21, 2024

Illustration of lungs with stethoscope and white ribbon.

Community,
Lung Cancer

CU Cancer Center Offers Resources to Help Prevent Lung Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | November 19, 2024

Andrea (Andi) Dwyer (left) poses with Arati Prabhakar, PhD, director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy

Publications,
Awareness,
Cancer,
Global Health,
Native American

A Global Perspective on Indigenous Peoples and Cancer

by Mark Harden | November 15, 2024

Breast Cancer,
Colorectal Cancer,
Ovarian Cancer,
Genetics

Celebrating Genetic Counselor Awareness Day With the CU Cancer Center’s Hereditary Cancer Program

by Greg Glasgow | November 14, 2024

Woman cheering after treatment for breast cancer

Awareness,
Breast Cancer,
Cancer,
Magazine

News to Use: What to Know About Breast Cancer

by Mark Harden | November 11, 2024

Delivery of CAR T cells to hospital

Research,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia,
Cancer,
Clinical Trials,
Immunotherapy,
Cell and Gene Therapy,
Hematology

New CAR T-Cell Trial Launched Through Gates Institute Packages Two CARs in One Treatment

by Toni Lapp | November 07, 2024

James Van Der Beek at GalaxyCon Austin in 2023.

Community,
Awareness,
Colorectal Cancer,
Cancer,
Medical Oncology

‘You’re Never Too Young’: CU Cancer Center Expert on James Van Der Beek’s Colorectal Cancer Announcement

by Mark Harden | November 05, 2024

Susan E Lana, DVM, with patient Buddy.

Cancer,
Animal,
Research Partnerships,
Comparative Oncology

Renowned CSU Research Center Fights Cancer in Both Pets and People

by Mark Harden | November 04, 2024

CBD oil being removed from bottle

Research,
Cannabis

CU Cancer Center Research Will Study the Effects of CBD on Cancer-Related Pain, Sleeplessness, and Depression

by Greg Glasgow | October 30, 2024

A pink stethoscope lying beside a pink ribbon.

Breast Cancer,
Cancer,
Oncology,
Cardiology

Cardio-Oncology Leader Helps Breast Cancer Patients, Survivors With Cardiovascular Issues

by Tayler Shaw | October 30, 2024

Ovarian Think Tank attendees

Research,
Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian Cancer Experts Gather on the CU Anschutz Campus for Third Annual Think Tank Event

by Greg Glasgow | October 22, 2024

Cancer Innovation Pilot Grant recipients

Research,
Innovation,
Training,
Medical Oncology,
Grant

CU Cancer Center’s Innovation Pilot Grants Support Early-Career Researchers

by Mark Harden | October 17, 2024

breast cancer mammogram screening

Breast Cancer,
cancer screening,
Cervical Cancer,
COE,
Patient Navigation

CU Cancer Center Helps Navigate More Women to Breast, Cervical Cancer Care

by Mark Harden | October 15, 2024

Press Releases,
Lung Cancer,

Nina Thomas, MD, Receives ACCC Award for Innovative Lung Cancer Screening Program

by Greg Glasgow | October 09, 2024

Nielsen and her mother

Breast Cancer

Early Detection Helped Sandra Nielsen Through Her Breast Cancer Journey

by Greg Glasgow | October 08, 2024

Dikembe Mutombo at a charity event

Brain and Spinal Cancer

Answers About Brain Cancer After the Death of NBA Star Dikembe Mutombo

by Greg Glasgow | October 04, 2024

Photo at top: Representatives of the CU Cancer Center's Office of Community Outreach & Engagement frequently appear in community settings to educate and raise awareness about cancer.

Awareness,
Cancer,
Public Health,
COE,
Cancer Disparities

‘These Are Things You’ve Got to Talk About’: How Cancer Impacts Hispanic Coloradans

by Mark Harden | October 02, 2024

CU Cancer Center Scientific Retreat

Research,
Innovation,
Cancer,

CU Cancer Center Scientific Retreat Spotlights Successes, Challenges

by Mark Harden | September 30, 2024

Research,
Community,
Pediatric Cancer

Nicholas Cost, MD, Named Chair of the Children’s Oncology Group’s Renal Tumor Committee

by Greg Glasgow | September 30, 2024

Bag full of golf clubs

Research,
Press Releases,
Funding

Golfers Against Cancer Denver Funds CU Cancer Center Research on Pediatric Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | September 25, 2024

Woman standing on mountain top

Gynecologic Cancer,
Ovarian Cancer

Ovarian Cancer Experience Leads to Helping Others on Their Journey

by Greg Glasgow | September 24, 2024

Research,
Thyroid Cancer

CU Cancer Center Research Tests Two-Drug Treatment for Progressive Thyroid Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | September 23, 2024

Meeting attendees visit the vendor information tables during a break

Research,
Community

Colorado Genome Regulation Meeting Draws Researchers to Campus

by Greg Glasgow | September 20, 2024

doctor examining lung x ray

Press Releases,
Community

CU Cancer Center and University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center Awarded $6.8 Million to Replicate Kentucky's Lung Cancer Screening Success

by Cancer Center | September 19, 2024

John Goodman surfing

Prostate Cancer

PSA Awareness Helped CU Patient John Goodman Get His Prostate Cancer Diagnosed Early

by Greg Glasgow | September 18, 2024

Woman gets a mammogram

Breast Cancer,
cancer screening

Mammograms in Their 40s? Told of Pros and Cons, Some Women Prefer to Wait

by Mark Harden | September 17, 2024

Jason Patton and Marco Del Chiaro, MD, PhD

Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer

Positive Attitude Helped Jason Patton Through His Ampullary Cancer Surgery

by Greg Glasgow | September 13, 2024

doctor and nurse with child

Research,
Pediatric Cancer,

CU Cancer Center Leader Lia Gore, MD, is on the Front Lines of Treating Pediatric Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | September 12, 2024

Virginia Borges, MD, MMsc

Patient Care,
Breast Cancer,
Awards,
Medical Oncology,
Clinical Excellence Society

Leveling the Playing Field: Virginia Borges, MD, Advocates for Equal Access to Breast Cancer Care

by Mark Harden | September 10, 2024

Daniela Ortiz Chavez

Students,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia,
Diversity,
Awards

‘Inner Fire’ Fuels a Young Scientist’s Blood Cancer Research

by Mark Harden | September 04, 2024

Daysha Ferrer Torres, PhD

Research,
Faculty,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,

New to CU Anschutz, Scientist Uses ‘Mini-Organs in a Dish’ to Unlock Secrets of Esophageal Cancer

by Mark Harden | August 28, 2024

Anthony Seniw rings the bell after completing treatment at the CU Cancer Center.

Research,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Clinical Trials

Clinical Trial for Esophageal Cancer at CU Cancer Center Moves Treatment Forward for Patients

by Greg Glasgow | August 26, 2024

Cancer lab tests

Research,
Lung Cancer,
Immunotherapy,

Major Project to Address ‘Urgent Need’ For Improved Testing of Cancer Therapies

by Mark Harden | August 21, 2024

Breast cancer awareness

Awareness,
Breast Cancer,
Cancer,
Women's Health,

Despite Advances, Breast Cancer Remains the Number 1 Cancer Among Women

by Mark Harden | August 19, 2024

Clinical Research,
Clinical Trials,
Leadership

Stacy Grolnic, RN, BSN, Named Assistant Director of Clinical Research at CU Cancer Center

by Greg Glasgow | August 14, 2024

Exploring Cancer in Colorado (ECCO)

Cancer,
COE,
Data and Health,
Biomedical Informatics

Introducing an Interactive Mapping Tool to Display Colorado Cancer Data

by Mark Harden | August 12, 2024

nurse and elderly woman looking at tablet

Research,

An Intervention to Help With Post-Hospital Care of Older Cancer Patients

by Greg Glasgow | August 08, 2024

Eduardo Davila, PhD, smiling

Research,
Patient Care,
Cancer,
Immunotherapy,
Health Science Radio podcast

Better. Stronger. Faster. Scientists Rebuild Cancer-Killing Cells

by Chris Casey | August 06, 2024

Ian Lancaster and his fiancee, Jessica

Lung Cancer,
Clinical Trials,

Clinical Trial of New Immunotherapy Drug Has Helped Keep Ian Lancaster’s Lung Cancer Under Control

by Greg Glasgow | August 01, 2024

Christopher Lieu, MD (center) is inducted into the CU Department of Medicine's Clinical Excellence Society by department Chair Vineet Chopra, MD, MSc (left) and John Carethers, MD, vice chancellor for health sciences at the University of California, San Diego.

Awards,
Medical Oncology,
Clinical Excellence Society,
Gastrointestinal Cancer

Providing Cancer Patients with Hope: Christopher Lieu, MD, Says His Research Helps Fuel His Clinical Care

by Mark Harden | August 01, 2024

5280 Top Docs 2024

Patient Care,
Community,

5280 Magazine Top Doctors for 2024

by School of Medicine | July 31, 2024

Faculty,
Clinical,
Awards

‘Really Extraordinary’: CU School of Medicine Honors Distinguished Clinicians and Faculty Professionalism

by Mark Harden | July 30, 2024

Glen Miller

Patient Care,
Colorectal Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

A Hepatic Arterial Infusion Pump Helped to Keep Glen Miller’s Metastatic Colorectal Cancer at Bay

by Greg Glasgow | July 29, 2024

Chuong and his lab members in the mountains

Research,
Education,
Awards

CU Cancer Center Member Edward Chuong, PhD, Receives Outstanding Mentor Award

by Greg Glasgow | July 25, 2024

York Miller, MD

Research,
Lung Cancer,
Awards,
Pulmonology

York Miller, MD, Receives Lifetime Achievement Award for Trailblazing Cancer Research

by Mark Harden | July 23, 2024

Medicare cards

Research,
Patient Care,
Geriatrics,
Medicare,
End-of-Life Care

How Well Does Medicare Cover End-of-Life Care? It Depends on What Type

by Mark Harden | July 19, 2024

Research,
Community,

Shannen Doherty’s Breast Cancer Journey Shines Focus on Health Insurance

by Greg Glasgow | July 18, 2024

Arati Prabhakar at CU Anschutz meeting

Research,
Cancer,
Patient Experience

White House Science Official Comes to CU Anschutz for Cancer Briefing, Moonshot Updates

by Mark Harden | July 18, 2024

green ovarian cancer ribbon

Research,
Gynecologic Cancer,
Ovarian Cancer,
Reproductive Sciences

CU Cancer Center Research Aids in the Fight Against Ovarian Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | July 16, 2024

cancer patient and caregiver

Research,
Community

CU Cancer Center Part of New Program That Supports Working Patients

by Colorado School of Public Health | July 12, 2024

Cancer patient in a work meeting

Community,
Cancer,
Community and Practice,
ColoradoSPH at CU Anschutz,
Worker Health

Colorado School of Public Health Launches Innovative Program to Support Working Cancer Patients

by Colorado School of Public Health | July 10, 2024

Research,
Patient Care,

CU Cancer Center Offers Latest Advances in Sarcoma Treatment

by Greg Glasgow | July 10, 2024

Skin Cancer,
Melanoma,
Medical Oncology

A ‘World-Class Leader’ in Melanoma Oncology Plans to Help Build a Pinnacle Program in the Rockies

by Mark Harden | July 08, 2024

Sean Davis, MD, PhD

Research,
Press Releases,
Data analysis

CU Cancer Center Informatics Leader Part of $5.2 Million NIH Grant for Cancer Genomics Research Tool

by Greg Glasgow | July 02, 2024

Navigator holding patient's hands

Community,
Cancer,
COE

Helping Patient Navigation Programs Become Sustainable

by Greg Glasgow | July 01, 2024

Pride Parade

Cancer,
Health equity,
Equity Diversity and Inclusion,
LGBTQ,
Disparities

‘An Obligation to Make Things Better’: Coping With Cancer Disparities Among LGBTQ+ Communities

by Mark Harden | June 26, 2024

Maria Amaya, MD, PhD, pictured center, smiles alongside fellow researchers in her lab, the Amaya Lab.

Research,
Community,
Leukemia

CU Researcher Works to Improve Acute Myeloid Leukemia Therapies

by Tayler Shaw | June 25, 2024

Sarcoma,
Surgical Oncology

A Musculoskeletal Oncologist Who's an ‘Avenger’ for Patients Joins the CU Cancer Center

by Mark Harden | June 24, 2024

Will Maniatis and the Wheels of Justice bicycle team

Alumni,
Pediatric Cancer,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia,

‘An Amazing Young Person’: A Teen’s Determination in Facing Leukemia Inspires a Bike Team in Children’s Hospital Colorado Fundraiser

by Mark Harden | June 21, 2024

Blood Cancer,
Leukemia

Family Support and CU Cancer Center Treatment Helped Codie Mendez Survive Her Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia

by Greg Glasgow | June 18, 2024

Research,
Press Releases,

New Global Research Aims to Improve Survival Rates for Pancreatic Cancer Patients

by Julia Milzer | June 18, 2024

Ross Camidge

Research,
Lung Cancer,
Radiation,
Medical Oncology,
Targeted Therapies

Weeding the Garden: Fresh Evidence that Local Radiation Can Help Targeted Therapies in the Fight Against Lung Cancer

by Mark Harden | June 12, 2024

Charlotte Butler looking at her race medals

Gynecologic Cancer,
Endometrial Cancer,
Clinical Trials

A Clinical Trial at the CU Cancer Center Kept Charlotte Butler’s Uterine Cancer at Bay

by Greg Glasgow | June 10, 2024

Jeanette Waxmonsky

Press Releases,
Community,
COE,
Research Pharmacy,
Community Health

CU Cancer Center Welcomes New Assistant Director for Community-Engaged Research

by Greg Glasgow | June 07, 2024

Vic Padilla | Barrett’s Esophagus | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Esophageal and Gastric Cancer

How Endoscopic Therapy Cured Vic Padilla’s Precancerous Barrett’s Esophagus

by Greg Glasgow | June 03, 2024

National Cancer Survivors Day 2024 | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Lung Cancer,
Liver Cancer,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Stomach Cancer

For Many Cancers, 5-Year Survival Rates at CU Cancer Center Exceed National Rates

by Mark Harden | June 02, 2024

World No Tobacco Day | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Community,
Lung Cancer,
Tobacco,
COE

CU Cancer Center Member Talks Cancer and Tobacco for World No Tobacco Day

by Greg Glasgow | May 31, 2024

Rui Zhao and her lab members | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Genetics,
Microbiology,
Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics

Decoding Structure and Function of Oncogenic Proteins and Targeting Them for Cancer Therapy is a Passion for Rui Zhao, PhD

by Mark Harden | May 29, 2024

Yuwen Zhu in the lab | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Research,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Immunotherapy,
Surgery

Unleashing Immune-Cell Soldiers: Yuwen Zhu, PhD, Journeyed from China to Colorado in His Quest to Fight Cancer

by Mark Harden | May 26, 2024

Community,
Equity Diversity and Inclusion

CU Cancer Center Leader Contributes to American Association for Cancer Research’s New Report on Health Equity

by Greg Glasgow | May 22, 2024

Research,
Melanoma,
Dermatology,
Immunology & Microbiology

‘Trust In Yourself’: Mayumi Fujita, MD, PhD, Has Overcome Challenges in Her Cancer Research Career

by Mark Harden | May 20, 2024

Miguel Rueda being kissed on the head by a man and woman

Patient Care,
Prostate Cancer,
Clinical Trials,
COE

Experimental Treatment at CU Cancer Center Put a Stop to Miguel Rueda’s Prostate Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | May 17, 2024

5+ Years Lung Cancer Survivorship Celebration | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Patient Care,
Lung Cancer,
Oncology

‘A Way of Embodying Hope’: 5-Year Lung Cancer Survivors Celebrate

by Mark Harden | May 13, 2024

Richard Schulick, MD, MBA | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Research,
Magazine,
Clinical Trials,
COE

Director's Message: Offering Everyone Access to Clinical Trials

by Cancer Center | May 10, 2024

Lynn Heasley, PhD

Research,
Lung Cancer

How the Immune System Affects Drug Response in Lung Cancer Patients

by Greg Glasgow | May 10, 2024

CU Cancer Center clinical trials diversity | CU Cancer Center

Research,
Diversity,
Magazine,
Clinical Trials,
COE

Cancer Clinical Trials Save Lives, and Diversity Matters

by Mark Harden | May 09, 2024

Enrique Soto Pérez de Celis, Associate Director for Global Oncology

Community,
Magazine,
Global Health

Meet Enrique Soto Pérez de Celis, the CU Cancer Center’s New Associate Director for Global Oncology.

by Greg Glasgow | May 07, 2024

Teal and pink ribbons

Community,
Breast Cancer,
Ovarian Cancer

What Women of Eastern European Jewish Ancestry Should Know About Their Cancer Risk

by Greg Glasgow | May 06, 2024

Screen shots of the CBT-i Coach app | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Hematology,
Psychology,
Technology,
Grant

Tech Can Improve Cancer Supportive Care, But It Takes Training to Use It Effectively

by Mark Harden | May 05, 2024

Sunscreen and sun hat on a beach with person in background

Skin Cancer,
Magazine

What to Know About Sunlight and Skin Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | May 01, 2024

EnteroTracker

Research,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Pediatrics,
Bioengineering

‘A Simple Idea That Could Make a Substantial Impact’: Can a String Replace Endoscopies for Esophageal Cancer, Other Disorders?

by Mark Harden | April 26, 2024

Rochford and her former post-doctoral fellow Dr. Sidney Ogolla at their research clinic lab at the Chulaimbo county hospital in Western Kenya.

Research,
Awards,
lymphoma

Rosemary Rochford, PhD, Receives Henle Award for Decades of Research on Epstein-Barr Virus-Related Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | April 25, 2024

Christopher Lieu, MD, Vice Chair of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Leadership

Christopher Lieu, MD, Named Vice Chair of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network

by Megan Palffy | April 22, 2024

Chords for Cancer

Palliative care,
Music Therapy

Patients, Caregivers, and Medical Professionals Enjoy a ‘Wealth of Spectacular Music’ at Chords for Cancer Concert

by Mark Harden | April 18, 2024

Marie Wood, Linda Cook, and Jamie Studts

Research,
Clinical Trials

CU Cancer Center Helps Lead National Trial to Evaluate Multicancer Blood Tests

by Greg Glasgow | April 18, 2024

Gary and Kathy Kortz

Research,
Philanthropy,
Magazine

‘Cancer Affects Everybody’: Longtime CU Cancer Center Benefactors Support Rising Stars

by Mark Harden | April 17, 2024

Research,
Lung Cancer,
Medical Oncology

A Combination of Targeted Therapies Proves Effective Against Mutation-Driven Lung Cancer

by Mark Harden | April 16, 2024

Traci Lyons lab | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Research,
Breast Cancer

Turning Off the Breast Cancer Switch: Federal Grant Powers Study of Therapy Resistance

by Mark Harden | April 09, 2024

Thomas Flaig speaking at conference

Research,
Bladder Cancer,
Clinical Trials

CU Cancer Center Member Delivers Promising Updates on Bladder Cancer Treatment

by Greg Glasgow | April 08, 2024

Research,
Patient Care,
Lung Cancer

6 Years After Lung Cancer Diagnosis, Patient Says CU Cancer Center Research is ‘Why I’m Here’

by Mark Harden | April 05, 2024

Image of an adamantinomatous craniopharyngioma (ACP) tumor

Clinical Research,
Obesity,
Pediatrics,

A Study Will Explore How a Brain Tumor Can Trigger Severe Child Obesity

by Mark Harden | April 04, 2024

Patient Care,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Clinical Trials

Mark Koebrich's Journey: From Television to Triumph Over Esophageal Cancer

by Cancer Center | April 03, 2024

Patient Care,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia

Football Coordinator With Leukemia Finds Winning Team at CU Cancer Center

by Greg Glasgow | April 02, 2024

Could Creating a Genetic Risk Score Improve Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis?

Research,
Cancer,
Genetics,
Data analysis

Could Creating a Genetic Risk Score Improve Thyroid Cancer Diagnosis?

by Kara Mason | April 01, 2024

Community,
Diversity,
Cancer,

Addressing Cancer Disparities Among Minorities is a Mission for the CU Cancer Center

by Mark Harden | April 01, 2024

Gilbert at ACS conference

Research,
Students,
Stomach Cancer

CU Medical Student Part of Team Investigating Epstein-Barr Virus-Related Gastric Cancers

by Greg Glasgow | March 29, 2024

Bob Marley died of d acral lentiginous melanoma.

Skin Cancer,
Melanoma,
rare disease

What Is the Rare Melanoma That Killed Bob Marley?

by Greg Glasgow | March 29, 2024

breast cancer cell lines

Research,
Breast Cancer,
Drug Development,
Medical Oncology

Two-Drug Combo Shows Promise as Treatment for Aggressive Form of Breast Cancer

by Mark Harden | March 27, 2024

Press Releases,
Bladder Cancer

Researchers Discover a Mechanism That Could Improve Platinum-Based Cancer Therapy

by Kelsea Pieters | March 27, 2024

Hand in surgical glove holding microscope lens

Research,
Breast Cancer

Surgical Resident Researches the Effectiveness of New Protocol for Lumpectomy Procedures

by Greg Glasgow | March 25, 2024

Community,
Colorectal Cancer,
cancer screening

CU Cancer Center to Distribute FIT Tests for Colorectal Cancer at Community Events

by Mark Harden | March 21, 2024

hand holding medicine tablets

Research,
Press Releases,
Gynecologic Cancer,
Endometrial Cancer,

Clinical Trial Shows Rucaparib Extends Progression-Free Survival for Uterine Cancer Patients

by Greg Glasgow | March 20, 2024

Olivia Munn breast cancer hospital bed

Community,
Breast Cancer

Why Olivia Munn’s Breast Cancer Reveal Calls For Risk Assessment

by Greg Glasgow | March 14, 2024

Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Multidisciplinary Clinic,

Medical Director Named for CU Cancer Center’s Benign Esophageal/Gastric Clinic

by Mark Harden | March 13, 2024

framed image of three men in aprons standing with arms crossed, overlaid on image of ornamental grasses

Patient Care,
Colorectal Cancer,
Clinical Trials

Local Chef Experiences Significant Tumor Shrinkage with Immunotherapy Clinical Trial

by Cancer Center | March 12, 2024

Kamdar and other speakers at ASH conference

Research,
lymphoma

CU Cancer Center Members Spotlight New Treatments for Relapsed Lymphomas

by Greg Glasgow | March 11, 2024

Nerve cells floating in blue background

Head and Neck Cancer,
Cancer,
Squamous Cell Carcinoma

Sensory Nerves Appear to Drive Head and Neck Cancer Growth

by David Kelly | February 28, 2024

Emily Toegel portrait

Research,
Magazine,

Cameroon Native Emily Baiyee Toegel, MD, Brings International Perspective to Her Gastrointestinal Cancer Work

by Greg Glasgow | February 28, 2024

endoscopic overtube

Research,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer

Endoscopic Surgery Device Wins Anschutz Acceleration Initiative Grant

by Greg Glasgow | February 23, 2024

woman standing in sunlight

Research,
Magazine,

CU Cancer Center Psychologist Tests Bright White Light Therapy as a Remedy for Cancer-Related Fatigue

by Greg Glasgow | February 21, 2024

Black doctor and Black patient

Patient Care,
Community,
Pediatrics,

Addressing Health Inequities in the Black Community

by Greg Glasgow | February 21, 2024

Research,
Head and Neck Cancer,
Medical Oncology

CU Cancer Center Leaders Using a Molecule as a Weapon Against Cancer

by Mark Harden | February 20, 2024

Bioprinter image

Research,

Shared Resources Pilot Grant Opens New Frontiers in 3D Cell and Tissue Printing

by Greg Glasgow | February 14, 2024

Research,
Community,
Publications,
Cancer

CU Researchers Share Experience of Novel NCI Center in New Publication

by Melissa Santorelli | February 12, 2024

medical tubing

Colorectal Cancer,
Ovarian Cancer

HIPEC Procedure Pumps Chemotherapy Into the Abdomen to Kill Cancer Cells

by Greg Glasgow | February 08, 2024

Research,
Cancer,
Clinical Trials

‘We’re All In This Together’: CU Cancer Center Leaders Share Insights With Colorado Legislators

by Mark Harden | February 07, 2024

Community,
Awareness,
Cancer,
Stomach Cancer

Toby Keith’s Death Following Stomach Cancer Fight Brings Attention to a Less Common Cancer

by Rachel Sauer | February 06, 2024

Research,
Breast Cancer,
Clinical Trials,

Clinical Trial Aids Patient With Recurrent Metastatic Breast Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | February 05, 2024

Research,
Funding,
Awards,
Cell and Gene Therapy

Project to Rev Up Cancer-Fighting Cells Wins Anschutz Acceleration Initiative Grant

by Mark Harden | February 02, 2024

Voting for U.S. News & World Report Hospitals Ranking

Press Releases,

Voting for U.S. News & World Report Hospitals Ranking

by School of Medicine | February 01, 2024

Wells Messersmith

Cancer,
Magazine,
Multidisciplinary Clinic,
Medical Oncology

You Just Got a Cancer Diagnosis. Should You Get a Second Opinion?

by Mark Harden | February 01, 2024

Research,
Patient Care,
Gynecologic Cancer,
Ovarian Cancer,

CRISPR Study Lays Groundwork for Overcoming Ovarian Cancer

by Guest Contributor | January 29, 2024

Breast cancer ribbon

Research,
Breast Cancer,
Medical Oncology

Tablets Show Promise as an Alternative to Chemotherapy in CU Cancer Center Member’s Breast Cancer Study

by Mark Harden | January 29, 2024

Woman being examined for skin cancer

Research,
Skin Cancer,

CU Cancer Center Member’s Skin Cancer Study Wins Anschutz Acceleration Initiative Grant

by Greg Glasgow | January 26, 2024

Adan Canto

Community,
appendix cancer

Actor’s Death Sheds Light on Appendix Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | January 25, 2024

stem cell cord blood

Honors,
Blood Cancer,
Stem Cell Transplants

Stem Cell Transplant Program Powered by CU Department of Medicine is Rated ‘Over-Performing’

by Mark Harden | January 25, 2024

Colorectal Cancer,
Cancer,
cancer screening

U.S. Expected to Break Annual Record for New Cancer Cases; Colorectal Cancer Risk Looms for Under-50 Americans

by Mark Harden | January 17, 2024

child receiving vaccine shot

Research,
Community,
Pediatric surgery,
Cervical Cancer,

CU Doctor Works to Increase HPV Vaccine Uptake to Prevent Cervical Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | January 17, 2024

Research,
Press Releases,
Colorectal Cancer

CU Cancer Center Leader Part of Team Overseeing Multimillion Dollar Colorectal Cancer Initiative

by Greg Glasgow | January 12, 2024

young girl receiving chemotherapy

Pediatrics,
Urology

Does Some Chemotherapy Cause Urinary Tract Dysfunction in Children?

by Greg Glasgow | January 11, 2024

Dean Reilly delivers his annual State of the School address and announces recipients of major acceleration awards.

Research,
Patient Care,
Education,
Community,

‘No Longer the Best-Kept Secret’: CU School of Medicine Dean Talks of Growth, Progress, Challenges

by Mark Harden | January 10, 2024

Research,
Pancreatic Cancer

V Foundation Grant Enables Research On Radiation Resistance in Pancreatic Cancer Treatment

by Greg Glasgow | January 09, 2024

Navin Pinto, MD, assumes leadership role at Gates Institute

Cell and Gene Therapy,

Gates Institute Names Navin Pinto as Medical Lead

by Toni Lapp | January 08, 2024

thyroid gland

Research,
Thyroid Cancer

The Role of Fibronectin in BRAF-mutant Thyroid Cancer Treatment

by Greg Glasgow | January 08, 2024

CAR T cell bio manufacturing

Community,

The Latest News About CAR T-Cell Therapy

by Greg Glasgow | January 03, 2024

Kate Micucci

Research,
Community,
Lung Cancer,

How Unusual is ‘Big Bang Theory’ Actress Kate Micucci’s Lung Cancer?

by Greg Glasgow | December 15, 2023

CU Cancer Center Top 2023 Stories

CU Cancer Center Top Stories of 2023

by Cancer Center | December 14, 2023

hospital patient supportive care

Research,
Cancer,
Clinical Trials,

What to Know About Supportive Care Trials

by Mark Harden | December 12, 2023

Ann Strange melanoma

Skin Cancer,
Melanoma,

Drawing on Data and Imagery in the Fight Against Melanoma

by Mark Harden | December 11, 2023

How a Cell Meant to Fight Skin Cancer Might Actually Be Protecting It

Research,
Skin Cancer,
Cancer

How a Cell Meant to Fight Skin Cancer Might Actually Be Protecting It

by Kara Mason | December 05, 2023

Alex Cooper racing

Patient Care,
Brain and Spinal Cancer,
Oncology,
Radiation

Brain Cancer Patient Recruits the CU Cancer Center for the Fight of His Life

by Mark Harden | December 04, 2023

CU Study Finds Advantage in Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Even in Resectable Pancreatic Cancer Tumors | CU Cancer Center

Research,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

CU Study Finds Advantage in Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Even in Resectable Pancreatic Cancer Tumors

by Greg Glasgow | November 30, 2023

person receiving acupuncture

Research,

CU Cancer Center Member Oversees New NCCN Guidelines for Cancer-Related Fatigue

by Greg Glasgow | November 29, 2023

Microscope and Petri dish

Research,
Gynecologic Cancer,
Magazine,
Ovarian Cancer

Innovations in Ovarian Cancer Research

by Greg Glasgow | November 27, 2023

Pancreatic Cancer,
Cancer,
Surgical Oncology,
Whipple procedure

CU Cancer Center Was the Right Destination for a Lifelong Outdoorsman with Pancreatic Cysts

by Mark Harden | November 22, 2023

ovarian cancer ribbon

Research,
Ovarian Cancer

CU Cancer Center Researchers Land Major Grant to Investigate Ovarian Cancer Disparities

by Mark Harden | November 20, 2023

finger on button launching rocket

Research,
Community,
Magazine

Part of the Plan

by Greg Glasgow | November 17, 2023

Skiers at Loveland Ski Area in Colorado. Photo by Mark Harden

Skin Cancer,
Dermatology,
skin damage

Have Fun in the Snow, But Remember: You’ve Got Skin in the Game

by Mark Harden | November 16, 2023

smoking cigarette broken stock

Lung Cancer,
smoking

Your Phone Could Help You Hang Up on Smoking

by Mark Harden | November 15, 2023

Collection of random numbers

Research,
Community,
Breast Cancer,
Magazine

To Trust or Not to Trust Your Breast Cancer Risk Calculation

by Greg Glasgow | November 14, 2023

Stomach Cancer Awareness Month

Awareness,
Stomach Cancer

A Quick Guide to Your Questions on Stomach Cancer

by Mara Kalinoski | November 13, 2023

Group meeting over zoom

Research,
Community,
Lung Cancer

CU Cancer Center Involved in Effort to Build Research Group of Lung Cancer Survivors

by Greg Glasgow | November 09, 2023

Veterinary researcher Steven Dow, DVM, PI of CAR T-cell trial for dogs

Research,
Bone Cancer,
Animal,
Cell and Gene Therapy

Trial Launched to Test CAR T-Cell Therapy in Dogs Diagnosed With Solid Tumors

by Mary Guiden | November 07, 2023

From Beating Retinoblastoma to Batting with Big Leaguers

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Pediatric Cancer,
Retina

From Beating Retinoblastoma to Batting with Big Leaguers

by Kara Mason | August 07, 2023

5280 Top Docs | CU School of Medicine

Patient Care,
Community,

More Than 200 CU Faculty Members Recognized as 5280 Magazine Top Doctors for 2023

by School of Medicine | July 31, 2023

CAR T cell infusion in a leukemia patient

Leukemia,
Cancer,
Clinical Research,
Clinical Trials,
Cell and Gene Therapy

New CAR T-Cell Trial Enrolling Patients at CU Anschutz

by Toni Lapp | July 13, 2023

Research,
Faculty,
Cancer

New Research Could Help Reduce Chemotherapy Side-effects

by Lori Westermann | July 13, 2023

Digitally drawn image of a house, sun, rainbow, flowers and tree

Research,
Community,
Pediatric Cancer

Creative Art Helps Adolescents and Young Adults with Advanced Cancer Express Hope

by Rachel Sauer | June 14, 2023

Steve Haberkorn

Education,
Community,
Students,
Cancer,
Graduation

Cancer Diagnosis During Medical School Offered Unique Insight into Patient Experience

by Rachel Sauer | May 15, 2023

Research,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Advancement,

Esophageal and Gastric Center Naming Celebration Cements CU Cancer Center Legacy

by Guest Contributor | May 02, 2023

A grinning Sam Neill points toward the sky

Research,
Blood Cancer,
Clinical Trials,
lymphoma,

Clinical Trials Show Promise for ‘Jurassic Park’ Actor Sam Neill’s Rare Lymphoma

by Chris Casey | March 22, 2023

Blue gloved hand filling lab vials.

Cancer,
Clinical Trials,
cancer screening,

Can One Blood Test Transform Cancer Screening?

by Debra Melani | March 20, 2023

Innovation,
Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer,

World Traveler Books CU Anschutz for Pancreatic Cancer Journey

by Debra Melani | January 17, 2023

Research,
Patient Care,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
cancer screening

Compassionate Care Fuels Family’s Desire to Change Esophageal Cancer Paradigm

by Chris Casey | December 06, 2022

Press Releases,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer,
Advancement,

CU Cancer Center Receives $20 Million Gift to Advance Esophageal Cancer Research and Care

by Julia Milzer | December 06, 2022

Patient Care,
Community,
Faculty,
Bladder Cancer,

Sculpture Crafted in Honor of Cancer Doctor’s Impact on Patient’s Life

by Kiley Carroll | November 07, 2022

Research,
Patient Care,
Cancer,
CU Anschutz 360 Podcast,
lymphoma

Why Is CAR T-Cell Therapy ‘One of the Most Phenomenal Advances in Science’?

by Chris Casey | August 16, 2022

Haug receives treatment from a nurse at hospital

Patient Care,
Blood Cancer,
Clinical Research,
lymphoma

Rolling the Dice: Gamble Pays Off For Cancer Patient in CAR T-Cell Clinical Trial

by Debra Melani | August 15, 2022

Research,
Brain and Spinal Cancer,
Cancer

A Bait-and-Fish Approach to Netting Deadly Brain Tumor Trigger?

by Chris Casey | August 02, 2022

CU School of Medicine faculty members were ranked among the best on Denver-area magazine 5280 top doctors list.

Patient Care,
Community,

193 CU Faculty Recognized as 5280 Magazine Top Doctors for 2022

by School of Medicine | August 02, 2022

Children’s Colorado is ranked number 7 nationally and number 1 in the Rocky Mountain region and state of Colorado.

Patient Care,
Community,

U.S. News Ranks Children’s Hospital Colorado Among Top 10 in the Country

by School of Medicine | June 15, 2022

Boysen is aiding Sikora with his research into lobular breast cancer, looking specifically at how radiation and anti-estrogen drugs can aid in treatment.

Research,
Breast Cancer

First-Year Medical Student Receives Research Award From the Endocrine Society

by Greg Glasgow | May 31, 2022

Sanjana Bukkapatnam | CU School of Medicine | Sana Karam, MD, PhD

Research,
Students,
Brain and Spinal Cancer,
CU Medicine Today

Mentorship for the Win

by Greg Glasgow | May 25, 2022

Heide Ford, PhD | Chair of the Department of Pharmacology | University of Colorado School of Medicine

Press Releases,
Faculty,

Heide Ford Named Chair of Pharmacology at CU School of Medicine

by Mark Couch | May 17, 2022

Uveal Melanoma | Clinical Trials | CU Cancer Center

Patient Care,
Clinical Trials,
CU Medicine Today,

Treating Metastatic Uveal Melanoma

by Rachel Wittel | April 27, 2022

Research,
Lung Cancer,
Cancer

CU Lung Cancer Experts Provide a Global Foundation for Change

by Chris Casey | February 04, 2022

State of the School 2022

Education,
Community,

State of the School 2022

by Greg Glasgow | January 13, 2022

Emma Lamping awarded $5,000 to support her work comparing postoperative pain medication requirements among cannabis users and nonusers.

Research,
Education,
Students,

Medical Student Receives Grant to Help With Cannabis Study

by Greg Glasgow | January 06, 2022

Innovation,
Patient Care,
Cancer

Virtual Reality Opens Patients’ Eyes to Their Own Cancerous Tumors

by Chris Casey and Russell Stone | December 06, 2021

Pharmacy,
Oncology

Fulbright Sends O'Bryant to Nigeria

by Jordan Kellerman | December 01, 2021

Pat and Sue Krummrei in holiday

Patient Care,
Cancer

Harnessing the Healing Power of a Doctor-Patient Relationship

by Debra Melani | November 23, 2021

Scott Oliver | Vitale-Schlessman Endowed Chair Retinal Diseases | CU Ophthalmology

Press Releases,
Funding,
Advancement,

CU School of Medicine Names New Endowed Chair in Retinal Diseases

by Rachel Wittel | November 16, 2021

Back of head of woman in CT scanner

Lung Cancer

CU Experts: Extinguishing Smoking Stigma, Promoting Screening Can Save Lives

by Debra Melani | August 13, 2021

Innovation,
Press Releases,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Magazine

University of Colorado Cancer Center Earns Distinguished Title from National Pancreas Foundation Academic Center of Excellence

by Siyab Khan | August 05, 2021

CU School of Medicine faculty members were ranked among the best on Denver-area magazine 5280 top doctors list.

Patient Care,
Community,

138 CU Faculty Recognized as 5280 Magazine Top Doctors

by School of Medicine | August 04, 2021

Cellular Powerhouse

Research,
Cancer

Tricking Cellular Powerhouse to Circumvent Chemotherapy Resistance

by Debra Melani | June 24, 2021

Patient Care,
Community,

U.S. News Ranks Children’s Hospital Colorado Among the Nation’s Best

by School of Medicine | June 15, 2021

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,

Patients Now Have Immediate Access to Their Medical Records. How Can Providers Help Them Make Sense of the Data?

by Greg Glasgow | June 14, 2021

CU School of Medicine Doctor Working to Get COVID-19 Supplies to India

Community,
COVID-19,

CU School of Medicine Doctor Working to Get COVID-19 Supplies to India

by Greg Glasgow | May 19, 2021

Camille Stewart's article about medical cannabis explains issues around the drug’s legality, makes recommendations for its use before and after surgery and pushes for research on its effects on postoperative patients.

Research,
Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

Untangling Medical Cannabis

by Greg Glasgow | December 07, 2020

Research,
Patient Care,
Lung Cancer,
Cancer,
CU Anschutz 360 Podcast

Podcast: ‘You Have to Personalize the Miracles’

by Chris Casey | November 02, 2020

Skin Cancer,
Melanoma,
Surgical Oncology

Melanoma Care is a Priority for the CU School of Medicine and Cancer Center

by School of Medicine | October 28, 2020

Research,
Head and Neck Cancer,
Cancer

Rock Icon Eddie Van Halen Joins List of Musicians Gone Too Soon

by Debra Melani | October 19, 2020

CU urologists explain how enhanced biopsy techniques improve the accuracy of diagnosis and may inform suitability for targeted treatments.

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Prostate Cancer,
Urology

Improving Patient Outcomes in Prostate Cancer

by Department of Surgery | October 01, 2020

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Prostate Cancer,
Cancer,
Urology

Former Broncos Punter Wants Men to Share Their Experience With Prostate Cancer

by Department of Surgery | September 23, 2020

Living to Live

Patient Care,
Gynecologic Cancer,
Blood Cancer,
Cancer

Living to Live: Friends Face Off Cancer; Find Strength in Each Other

by Debra Melani | September 15, 2020

Chadwick Boseman talks to university president in graduation gown

Community,
Colorectal Cancer

Chadwick Boseman's Death Shines 'Unfortunate Light' on Young-adult Cancer

by Debra Melani | September 04, 2020

Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer

This Is Breakthrough: Dr. Richard Schulick

by Staff | February 04, 2020

Patient Care,

Veteran’s Pancreatic Cancer Caught ‘At Just the Right Time’

by Chris Casey | January 16, 2020

The power of a second opinion: Karen Possehl's story

Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Cancer

The Power of a Second Opinion: Karen Possehl's Story

by Department of Surgery | November 30, 2018

The CU Sarcoma Clinic welcomes renown researcher, Dr. Breelyn Wilky.

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Sarcoma

Dr. Breelyn Wilky Joins Sarcoma Team

by Department of Surgery | November 01, 2018

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Medical Xpress

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HealthDay

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December 12, 2024

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Cancer Health

How Patient Navigators Can Help You Get Through a Cancer Journey

December 09, 2024

Managed Health Care Executive

Managed Health Care Executive

Study Reveals Stigma Against Smokers Among Future Healthcare Providers

December 05, 2024

Michigan Medicine

Michigan Medicine

Pets and Cancer Patient Outcomes in the LGBT Community

December 03, 2024

EurekAlert

EurekAlert

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December 03, 2024

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