https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-rss/?orgId=121006&title=Latest+News A selection of the latest research, academic, and other newsworthy developments at YCC Collaborative Excellence en-us Copyright 2026 Yale School of Medicine Thu, 14 May 2026 21:46:32 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/why-does-melanoma-spread-to-the-brain-a-yale-team-is-chasing-the-answer/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/why-does-melanoma-spread-to-the-brain-a-yale-team-is-chasing-the-answer/ A team of Yale researchers believes the key to stopping melanoma from spreading to the brain lies in the brain's own immune system, not within the tumor. Thu, 14 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.wfsb.com/video/2026/05/04/melanoma-monday-skin-cancer-awareness/ https://www.wfsb.com/video/2026/05/04/melanoma-monday-skin-cancer-awareness/ Melanoma Monday: Skin cancer awareness with Dr. Harriet Kluger Mon, 04 May 2026 04:00:00 Z https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/doctors-at-yale-cancer-center-mark-major-milestone-in-robotics-surgeries/ https://www.wtnh.com/news/health/doctors-at-yale-cancer-center-mark-major-milestone-in-robotics-surgeries/ Doctors at Yale Cancer Center have just marked a major milestone in the number of robotic surgeries to treat diseases of organs, including the pancreas, gallbladder, and liver. Wed, 29 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/new-research-presented-from-yale-cancer-center-at-the-aacr-annual-meeting/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/new-research-presented-from-yale-cancer-center-at-the-aacr-annual-meeting/ Yale Cancer Center faculty and trainees joined over 22,000 cancer researchers from around the world to share the latest advances in cancer science and medicine earlier this week in San Diego for the 117th American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) annual meeting. Thu, 23 Apr 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/aperture-iv-portraits-of-women-faculty-in-medicine/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/aperture-iv-portraits-of-women-faculty-in-medicine/ On March 5, 2026, the latest exhibit of a series of faculty portraits opened in Sterling Hall of Medicine (SHM), on the second floor. Thu, 26 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://insights.som.yale.edu/podcasts/health-veritas/kevin-billingsley-the-making-of-the-modern-surgeon https://insights.som.yale.edu/podcasts/health-veritas/kevin-billingsley-the-making-of-the-modern-surgeon Howie and Harlan are joined by Yale School of Medicine surgical oncologist Kevin Billingsley, who discusses how robotics and advanced imaging are reshaping what it means to be a surgeon and offers guidance for those facing a cancer diagnosis. Harlan reports on a company testing AI-based prescription renewals and raises concerns about safety and oversight; Howie reflects on new survey data showing declining public trust in health institutions. Wed, 11 Mar 2026 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/nunez-smith-among-prominent-black-leaders-in-medicine-cited-by-aamc/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/nunez-smith-among-prominent-black-leaders-in-medicine-cited-by-aamc/ Marcella Nunez-Smith, MD, MHS, associate dean for health equity research, was one of eight prominent Black leaders in medicine recognized by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Wed, 18 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-centers-crtec-hosts-cancer-research-discovery-program/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-centers-crtec-hosts-cancer-research-discovery-program/ On February 6, 2026, YCC CRTEC welcomed students from Hill Regional Career High School to our Cancer Research Discovery Program (CRDP), a day designed to introduce them to careers in cancer research and medicine. Tue, 10 Feb 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/standout-research-clinical-care-and-staff-support-recognized/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/standout-research-clinical-care-and-staff-support-recognized/ A dozen awards honored 15 people at January's Yale Cancer Center Annual Awards for work in 2025. Wed, 28 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2843519 https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2843519 Dale Sebastian, MD, associate professor of psychiatry, is first author of a paper in JAMA Network Open that investigates barriers to career advancement in academic medicine for midlevel Asian faculty members and how sponsorship could be a potential solution. Co-authors include Karina Gonzalez Herrera, PhD; Mohini Ranganathan, MD; Angeli Landeros-Weisenberger, MD; and Darin Latimore, MD. Wed, 14 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/pioneering-breast-cancer-research-at-yale-cancer-center/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/pioneering-breast-cancer-research-at-yale-cancer-center/ Have you seen our newest TV ad? The 30-second spot highlights how Smilow Cancer Hospital is delivering pioneering breast cancer research from Yale Cancer Center to improve people’s lives every single day. Fri, 09 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/aging-and-cancer-joint-retreat-report/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/aging-and-cancer-joint-retreat-report/ The Aging and Cancer Research Joint Retreat, in October 2025, brought together researchers, clinicians, and community leaders to address the growing challenges of cancer care in an aging population. Co-hosted by Yale Cancer Center and the Agency on Aging of South Central Connecticut, the retreat will result in a Cancer & Aging Research Alliance. Mon, 05 Jan 2026 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/reducing-maternal-morbidity-in-connecticut-marcella-nunez-smith/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/reducing-maternal-morbidity-in-connecticut-marcella-nunez-smith/ YSM spoke with Marcella Nunez-Smith about a new Connecticut Health Foundation initiative to promote maternal health equity in Connecticut. Wed, 17 Dec 2025 16:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/dr-shilpa-s-murthy-receives-11-million-dod-career-development-award/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/dr-shilpa-s-murthy-receives-11-million-dod-career-development-award/ Shilpa S. Murthy, MD, MPH, an early career investigator at Yale Cancer Center and an assistant professor of surgery in the Division of Colon and Rectal Surgery and Medical Oncology, has been awarded a prestigious $1.1 million Career Development Award from the Department of Defense (DoD). Fri, 12 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/whats-your-y-pamela-kunz/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/whats-your-y-pamela-kunz/ Meet Pamela L. Kunz, MD, professor of internal medicine (medical oncology); director, Center for Gastrointestinal Cancers at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center; and chief, GI medical oncology. Thu, 11 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-research-advances-presented-at-american-society-of-hematology-annual-meeting2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-research-advances-presented-at-american-society-of-hematology-annual-meeting2025/ Physicians, scientists, and trainees from Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital attended the 67th annual meeting of the American Society of Hematology in Orlando, FL, December 6-9, 2025 to present the latest advances in hematological research and clinical care from Yale. Tue, 09 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/delving-into-the-current-state-of-clinical-practice-in-sclc https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/delving-into-the-current-state-of-clinical-practice-in-sclc One session in particular, “Cases and Conversations: Transforming Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Treatment Through Emerging Evidence and Expert Insights (Spotlight CE Session),” gave an extensive overview of the state of SCLC across patients with both limited-stage (LS-SCLC) and extensive-stage (ES-SCLC) disease from Anne Chiang, MD, PhD. Wed, 03 Dec 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/why-is-burden-of-care-the-biggest-challenge-of-cancer-treatment- https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/why-is-burden-of-care-the-biggest-challenge-of-cancer-treatment- CancerNetwork® spoke with Rachel Greenup, MD, MPH, a professor of surgery, the section chief of Breast Surgery, and the codirector of the Center for Breast Cancer at Smilow Cancer Hospital of Yale School of Medicine, about breast cancer treatment during a site visit to Yale School of Medicine. Sun, 30 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.curetoday.com/view/expert-advice-and-resources-for-patients-with-neuroendocrine-tumors https://www.curetoday.com/view/expert-advice-and-resources-for-patients-with-neuroendocrine-tumors Dr. Pamela Kunz, director of the Center for Gastrointestinal Cancers at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center, spoke with CURE to discuss resources and ongoing initiatives that may help patients with this neuroendocrine tumors. Mon, 24 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.curetoday.com/view/your-genes-your-treatment-biomarker-testing-and-lung-cancer https://www.curetoday.com/view/your-genes-your-treatment-biomarker-testing-and-lung-cancer “Biomarker testing can be really useful,” Dr. Anne Chiang said in an interview following her presentation at the CURE Educated Patient® Lung Cancer Summit, held in tandem with the 2025 PER® New York Lung Cancer Symposium. Thu, 20 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.curetoday.com/view/understanding-the-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-neuroendocrine-tumors https://www.curetoday.com/view/understanding-the-diagnosis-and-treatment-of-neuroendocrine-tumors Dr. Pamela L. Kunz, professor of Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology) and director of the Center for Gastrointestinal Cancers at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center, where she also serves as chief of GI Medical Oncology, sat down with CURE to discuss Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs) Awareness Month. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/progress-and-hope-sharing-the-latest-advances-in-lung-cancer-care/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/progress-and-hope-sharing-the-latest-advances-in-lung-cancer-care/ On November 17, 2025, in honor of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, members of our Center for Thoracic Cancers at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center presented a patient forum: "Progress and Hope: Sharing the Latest Advances in Lung Cancer Care." The event was held in person at 55 Park Street in New Haven, CT. Tue, 18 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyoncology/othercancers/118569 https://www.medpagetoday.com/hematologyoncology/othercancers/118569 A study by YSPH Professor Michaela Dinan and colleagues finds that for older, long-term cancer survivors, age, comorbidities, and prior cardiovascular disease events, and not chemotherapy, were the primary drivers of late cardiovascular disease events. Mon, 17 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/twenty-seven-ysm-faculty-members-recognized-for-highly-cited-research/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/twenty-seven-ysm-faculty-members-recognized-for-highly-cited-research/ Yale School of Medicine faculty members were recognized for publishing studies that rank in the top 1% based on the number of citations they received in their field. Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/nets-awareness-day-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/nets-awareness-day-2025/ On November 10, 2025, Dr. Pamela Kunz hosted a Smilow Shares in honor of NETS Awareness Day. Mon, 10 Nov 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-develops-dual-action-vaccine-to-combat-aggressive-merkel-cell-carcinoma/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-develops-dual-action-vaccine-to-combat-aggressive-merkel-cell-carcinoma/ Yale researchers have developed a new vaccine that does double duty against a rare and aggressive skin cancer, by targeting the protein essential to tumor cell growth and by adding a key signal to boost the immune system response, published Oct. 28 in Cell Reports. Tue, 28 Oct 2025 05:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/new-study-stomach-cancer-screening-and-prevention/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/new-study-stomach-cancer-screening-and-prevention/ A new study led by researchers at Yale School of Medicine sheds new light on the incidence rates, stage of diagnosis, and racial and geographic differences in survival outcomes for individuals with gastric cancer in the United States. Mon, 27 Oct 2025 20:05:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/ycc-publlications-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/ycc-publlications-2025/ Publications regarding cancer attributed to first- and last-authors of published papers Mon, 27 Oct 2025 16:00:00 Z https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/is-double-mastectomy-the-right-choice-for-you https://www.yalemedicine.org/news/is-double-mastectomy-the-right-choice-for-you Yale Medicine specialists offer expert advice for younger women who are diagnosed with breast cancer and may be considering having both breasts removed. Learn more. Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/video/news/local/breast-cancer-patients-express-concerns-of-financial-stress/3651714/ https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/video/news/local/breast-cancer-patients-express-concerns-of-financial-stress/3651714/ Dr. Rachel Greenup, co-director of Smilow Cancer Hospital's Center for Breast Cancer and chief of breast surgery for Yale School of Medicine's Department of Surgery, spoke with NBC CT about cost concerns for patients facing treatment decisions. Wed, 15 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/showcasing-the-beauty-of-basic-science/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/showcasing-the-beauty-of-basic-science/ “Beauty of Science 2025” displays the striking imagery from YSM researchers across disciplines. Tue, 14 Oct 2025 13:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/biomedical-summer-undergraduate-research-fellowship-symposium-2025/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/biomedical-summer-undergraduate-research-fellowship-symposium-2025/ On July 31, 2025, Dr. Faye Rogers hosted the Biomedical Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Symposium. Mon, 13 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/multi-day-cancer-symposium-lays-groundwork-for-research-collaboration/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/multi-day-cancer-symposium-lays-groundwork-for-research-collaboration/ An intensive two-day Yale Cancer Research symposium, dedicated to advancing cancer science through innovation and strengthening partnerships between Yale University and Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), brought together researchers from multiple disciplines this week. Tue, 07 Oct 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/overcoming-the-nihilism-surrounding-the-small-cell-lung-cancer-prognosis https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/overcoming-the-nihilism-surrounding-the-small-cell-lung-cancer-prognosis Education and communication are key in clearing up the “nihilism” that surrounds the prognosis of patients with small cell lung cancer (SCLC), according to Anne Chiang, MD, PhD. Chiang, an associate professor of Medicine in the Section of Medical Oncology at Yale School of Medicine, spoke with CancerNetwork® about considerations for optimizing the quality of care of patients with SCLC and other types of lung cancer in a community-based setting. Sun, 28 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/chea-pilot-funding-for-cancer-screening-research-announced/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/chea-pilot-funding-for-cancer-screening-research-announced/ The Office of Health Equity Research (OHER) is excited to announce it has awarded funds to address disparities in cancer screening rates in New Haven to a coalition of community and academic partners through its Community Health Equity Accelerator initiative. Led by general internist Ilana Richman, MD, MHS, a community-academic partnered research team of staff, practitioners, and faculty from Cornell Scott Hill Health Center and Yale School of Medicine Department of Internal Medicine will receive a pilot award to develop and implement a multilevel community-based intervention to increase completion of outstanding colorectal cancer screening orders. This research is supported by funding from the Yale Cancer Center. Tue, 23 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-study-finds-reduced-opioid-prescribing-for-some-patients-with-cancer/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-study-finds-reduced-opioid-prescribing-for-some-patients-with-cancer/ An analysis of opioid use and prescriptions for more than 10,000 Connecticut patients with cancer found modest decreases in both new and additional painkiller prescribing from 2016 to 2020, as reported Sept. 22 in Cancer. Mon, 22 Sep 2025 13:00:00 Z https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/understanding-and-managing-disease-heterogeneity-in-small-cell-lung-cancer https://www.cancernetwork.com/view/understanding-and-managing-disease-heterogeneity-in-small-cell-lung-cancer In a conversation with CancerNetwork®, Anne Chiang, MD, PhD, a lung cancer specialist for Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital and associate professor of medicine in the section of medical oncology at Yale School of Medicine, discussed noteworthy research initiatives that have the potential to improve outcomes among patients with small cell lung cancer (SCLC). Sun, 21 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-center-smilow-cancer-hospital-receive-million-dollar-gift-from-donor-compassionate-patient-care/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-center-smilow-cancer-hospital-receive-million-dollar-gift-from-donor-compassionate-patient-care/ Daniel M. Koenigsberg, YC ’62, MD, vividly remembers the compassionate care his late wife, Susan, received at Smilow Cancer Hospital while being treated for pancreatic cancer. He recognized this extraordinary patient care delivery by gifting $1 million to Yale Cancer Center and Smilow Cancer Hospital. Fri, 19 Sep 2025 15:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-center-names-dr-tracy-battaglia-as-new-leader-of-community-outreach-and-engagement/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-center-names-dr-tracy-battaglia-as-new-leader-of-community-outreach-and-engagement/ Tracy Battaglia, MD, MPH, joins Yale Cancer Center’s Community Outreach and Engagement (COE), serving as associate director. Wed, 17 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/hyundai-hope-on-wheels-funds-childhood-cancer-research-and-patient-care-at-yale/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/hyundai-hope-on-wheels-funds-childhood-cancer-research-and-patient-care-at-yale/ Hyundai officials presented Yale with $500,000 to support childhood cancer research during the Hyundai Hope on Wheels event September 9 at Smilow Cancer Hospital. Wed, 10 Sep 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/study-reveals-insights-into-therapeutic-vulnerabilities-for-rare-aggressive-lung-cancer/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/study-reveals-insights-into-therapeutic-vulnerabilities-for-rare-aggressive-lung-cancer/ A multi-institution study of nearly 600 patients with a rare and aggressive form of lung cancer offers new insights into the comparative effects of existing therapies and potential targets for future treatments. It was published Aug. 19, 2025 in Nature Communications. First author Amin Nassar, MD, Yale hematology/oncology fellow, senior author Anne Chiang, MD, PhD, Yale Lung SPORE et al Thu, 21 Aug 2025 14:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-centers-crtec-program-launches-future-deaf-scientists-internship/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-centers-crtec-program-launches-future-deaf-scientists-internship/ Through funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Yale Cancer Center’s Cancer Research Training and Education Coordination (CRTEC) program joined forces with four leading cancer centers, Stanford University, Indiana University, the University of Kentucky, and the University of Rochester (the primary grant holder), to launch an inclusive, mentored research internship for Deaf high school students. Fri, 08 Aug 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/boosting-access-to-kidney-cancer-treatments/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/boosting-access-to-kidney-cancer-treatments/ YSPH's Dr. Michaela Dinan spent six years studying treatment barriers to new oral medications for kidney cancer patients. Her findings are now cited in updated treatment guidelines published by the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Thu, 31 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/new-insights-into-why-immunotherapy-works-for-some-patients-with-cancer-not-others/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/new-insights-into-why-immunotherapy-works-for-some-patients-with-cancer-not-others/ A groundbreaking study reveals that naturally occurring autoantibodies can boost or hinder cancer immunotherapy effectiveness by up to 10-fold, offering new insights into why these treatments only work for some patients. The findings appear July 23 in Nature. Wed, 23 Jul 2025 15:00:00 Z https://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/features/hnscc-treatment-perioperative-icis-new-standard/ https://www.cancertherapyadvisor.com/features/hnscc-treatment-perioperative-icis-new-standard/ Results from two new studies have shown that immune checkpoint inhibitors can improve outcomes for patients with resectable head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Thu, 17 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/lu-and-aklilu-honored-with-2025-dostanic-award/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/lu-and-aklilu-honored-with-2025-dostanic-award/ The 2025 Iva Dostanic, MD, PhD, Physician-Scientist Trainee Award of The Department of Internal Medicine was presented to two recipients: Benjamin Y. Lu, MD, PhD, of Medical Oncology and Hematology, and Abinet M. Aklilu, MD, MPH, of Nephrology on June 26, 2025. Mon, 14 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://ventures.yale.edu/news/eight-translational-biotech-projects-selected-2025-blavatnik-accelerator-awards https://ventures.yale.edu/news/eight-translational-biotech-projects-selected-2025-blavatnik-accelerator-awards The mid-cycle Blavatnik Accelerator Awards recognize eight Yale early-stage innovations tackling cancer, rare disease, and neurodegeneration through digital platforms, RNA therapies, and next-gen molecules. Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/international-exchange-fosters-thoracic-clinical-and-research-collaboration/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/international-exchange-fosters-thoracic-clinical-and-research-collaboration/ In late June, about a dozen members of a Brazilian oncology program, Instituto Oncoclínicas, participated in an international exchange with members of Yale Cancer Center’s multi-disciplinary thoracic cancer program including discussions, presentations, mock and actual tumor board meetings, a tour of Smilow Cancer Hospital and a dinner at Mory's. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:00 Z https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-center-announces-cancer-care-equity-awards/ https://websites4-live-prod.ysmdevs.com/cancer/news-article/yale-cancer-center-announces-cancer-care-equity-awards/ Yale Cancer Center is pleased to announce that Sanjay Aneja, MD, Ira Leeds, MD, FACS, FASCRS, and Shilpa Murthy, MD, MPH, have been selected to receive 2025 Pilot Awards for Research on Cancer Care Equity. Mon, 07 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-07-02/medicaid-cuts-big-beautiful-bill-cancer-patients https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2025-07-02/medicaid-cuts-big-beautiful-bill-cancer-patients Under the bill, the Congressional Budget Office said nearly 12 million more Americans would become uninsured by 2034. As potential Medicaid cuts loom, breast cancer advocate and survivor Deltra James and chief of breast surgery Dr. Rachel Greenup are now working together to save lives by promoting financial awareness. Thu, 03 Jul 2025 04:00:00 Z