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Learn about groundbreaking research and the latest innovations in cancer care taking place at the UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center.
Clinical trialsYour guide to understanding clinical trials
Clinical trials can be an important resource for patients at every stage of their cancer diagnosis, but understanding the scientific terms, study protocols and process can be intimidating to many patients. Learn more about what each phase of a clinical trial means and how patients can help advance new treatments.
July 19, 2024Research aims to refine stem cell transplants
While stem cell transplants have become a crucial tool in fighting blood cancers, some patients can still face serious complications. Dr. Hongtao Liu is focused on combating these barriers.
July 19, 2024New peer mentoring program supports pancreatic cancer patients and their loved ones
A new peer mentoring program at UW Health | Carbone Cancer Center helps link pancreatic cancer patients, caretakers and loved ones to people who intimately understand the hardships of navigating that diagnosis.
June 7, 2024A legacy of love and generosity fuels Fish Family Fight Against Cancer
In 1985, Fran Fish was preparing to graduate from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville when she collapsed weeks prior to her graduation ceremony.
June 6, 2024Getting life back after clinical trial for metastatic kidney cancer
The symptoms started subtly. Bart Bortz went to his doctor about a persistent cough in November 2015. Then, in early 2016, he began experiencing night sweats and fatigue.
June 5, 2024Peg grateful for a “new age” in bladder cancer treatment
In January, Peg Cokins watched her granddaughter get married. It was a milestone that, in 2016, she didn’t think she’d live to see when she was diagnosed with metastatic bladder cancer.
June 4, 2024Finding new ways to prevent cancer for high-risk patients
As scientists continue to make new breakthroughs in cancer treatment, an important field of study is how to prevent more people from receiving a cancer diagnosis in the first place.
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Skin cancerImmunotherapy proves key to controlling Jill's recurrent melanoma
Melanoma is the most lethal type of skin cancer, but new treatments identified in the past decade have made a significant impact in survival. For Jill Freiermuth, 53, her journey with melanoma is one of profound resilience and perseverance.
LeukemiaArizona man answers call to help Jill fight leukemia with bone marrow donation
In January 2023, Jill Poarch was saved by a stranger living hundreds of miles away. In June, she finally got to meet and thank him.
Colon cancerKayla receives liver from living donor, Morgan, to combat colorectal cancer
As a pharmacist at an oncology practice, Kayla Love has watched countless people battle tough-to-beat cancers.
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