The Importance of Colorectal Cancer Screening: How Early Detection Saves Lives
Colorectal cancer ranks as the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the United States. Referred to as a “silent killer” due to its lack of…
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Novel compound opens new avenue in immunotherapy treatment for cancers
February 9, 2024
A team of UF Health Cancer Center researchers have developed a first-of-its-kind compound that could open a new avenue for using immunotherapy to treat various…
College of Medicine, College of Pharmacy, UF Health Cancer Center, +2 more
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Genetic score advances personalized treatment strategies with promising AML drug
January 17, 2024
In the latest development in precision medicine approaches to treating pediatric leukemia, UF Health researchers have developed a genetic score to predict…
AI at UF, College of Pharmacy, UF Health Cancer Center, +2 more
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UF Health oncologist receives clinical investigator leadership award
December 14, 2023
A University of Florida Health cancer researcher has received a competitive three-year award from a leading national foundation to support her leadership…
UF Health Cancer Center, +2 more
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Lung Cancer Awareness: Robotic Technology Streamlines Diagnosis
Lung cancer is the deadliest cancer, claiming a disproportionate number of lives compared with the next leading cancers combined: breast, prostate and colon.…
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After Struggle With Unseen Threat, Taylor Returns to the Water
Taylor Green gazes across his favorite place in the world, scanning the top of Lake Panasoffkee’s spring-fed water. But, in many ways, this 20-year-old pro…
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Courtney and the Cancer She Never Planned For
Courtney has always been a planner, even as a child. Growing up in Gainesville, she produced pretend weddings for her sister and neighborhood friends, ensuring…
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Breast Cancer Screening 101: Everything You Need to Know About Early Detection
The smell of pumpkin spice is in the air, and there are hints of cooler weather ahead. While we don’t get the treat of seeing the leaves change colors in…
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Finding Friends and Celebrating Survivorship at UF Health Proton Therapy Institute
We often find patients form friend groups while being treated at the UF Health Proton Therapy Institute. They meet during luncheons at the institute or while…
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Savannah Has No Time 'Fore' Cancer
As a young teenager, Savannah was an accomplished student-athlete who played on her high school’s girls golf team. She had been practicing with the team and…
