Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

11/01/2026

WALK-INS WELCOME! No appointment needed for breast and prostate cancer screenings TOMORROW at our One Goal Health Expo & Cancer Screening Event!

Join us outside KeyBank Center from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., where Roswell Park’s EDDY mobile screening centers will offer breast, prostate and lung cancer screenings.

Stop by the Health Expo to learn more about cancer prevention, screening programs, survivorship services and more! Buffalo Sabres Alumni will also be on hand to meet fans and help raise awareness about the importance of early detection.

Learn more: https://www.roswellpark.org/onegoal?fbclid=IwY2xjawVUOhdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMVIwZWpPSWJ0clQ3V1FYQWNzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEfjt_xw0gKlyTgQdzRVZskFeKxFHNTar5C_x9hVoVyvc3WBdqFVHZh-bAq0ds_aem_akW-iEJ4COplyNXtvxwqaQ

10/31/2026

We hope you join our staff in having a happy and safe Halloween! 🎃

10/29/2026

💗 An abnormal mammogram doesn’t automatically mean cancer.

Getting called back after a mammogram can feel scary, but many abnormal findings turn out to be benign.

So, what happens next?

From additional imaging to ultrasound and biopsy, learn what follow-up tests may be recommended, what radiologists look for and why staying up to date with your mammograms is so important. 👉 https://www.roswellpark.org/cancertalk/202610/when-mammogram-abnormal

10/28/2026

🔬 Promising News in Kidney Cancer Research!

In a clinical trial just published in The Lancet Oncology, researchers led by Dr. Saby George reported promising results from combining the targeted cancer drugs bevacizumab (Avastin) and pazopanib (Votrient) in patients with advanced kidney cancer.

Among patients classified as favorable-risk, median overall survival exceeded 6 years.

These findings may offer new treatment options at a potentially lower cost than some newer therapies. While further research is needed, this study represents an encouraging step forward in kidney cancer treatment.

Congratulations to Dr. George and the research team on this important work!

Read more: https://www.roswellpark.org/newsroom/202610-combining-2-vegf-blocking-targeted-therapies-significantly-boosted-survival-kidney

10/28/2026

🩺 Does blood in your urine mean cancer?

Not necessarily, but it should never be ignored.

🩸 Blood in your urine, whether visible or detected only through a urine test, can be caused by urinary tract infections, kidney stones, or other conditions. In some cases, it may be a sign of urinary tract cancers.

Learn more from Dr. Aly about symptoms to look out for and next steps if cancer is suspected:

Detecting blood in the urine can be an important warning sign that leads to early detection for urinary tract cancers.

10/27/2026

Join us for our One Goal Health Expo & Cancer Screening Event on Monday, Nov. 2, at KeyBank Center!

We’re kicking off Hockey Fights Cancer Week by encouraging everyone to sign up for a breast, prostate or lung cancer screening at Roswell Park’s EDDY mobile screening centers outside KeyBank Center from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Attendees are also invited to visit the One Goal Health Expo from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., featuring information on Roswell Park screening programs, survivorship services, genetic testing, cancer prevention and more.

Buffalo Sabres Alumni will be on hand to meet fans and help raise awareness about the importance of cancer screening and early detection.

Learn more and make an appointment: https://www.roswellpark.org/onegoal

10/26/2026

Congratulations to our Nurse of the Month, Joann! 💙🎉

One of Joann’s coworkers shared, “Joann is an angel; always kind, always positive, and with unlimited patience even on very busy days in our Thoracic clinic.” 😇

Joann’s compassion, positivity and dedication make a difference every day. She brightens the days of those around her and never hesitates to go the extra mile for her patients. We are so grateful to have her as part of our team!

👏 Help us celebrate Joann and this well-deserved recognition!

10/23/2026

🥳We did it!!🎉

Thank you to everyone, especially our partners at News 4 WIVB Buffalo, who helped us raise awareness this week about the importance of annual mammograms. We’re excited to share that we’ve surpassed our Mammothon goal of 575 appointments scheduled, but the mission isn’t over!

If you’re 40+ and still need your yearly mammogram, now is the perfect time to schedule. Don’t wait—book your appointment today at one of Roswell Park’s locations at www.roswellpark.org/mammo

10/22/2026

🩷 Knowing your family history could save your life.

For breast cancer survivor Jill, genetic testing made all the difference. After learning her mother carried the ATM gene mutation, Jill was tested and discovered she carried it, too. That knowledge led to additional screening that detected her breast cancer at just 41 years old.

Now, Jill is hopeful for the future of cancer detection and treatment — not only for herself, but for her children, who will also have the opportunity to undergo genetic testing.

“I feel very confident and, you know, optimistic that by the time my daughter is a little bit older, the treatments that exist for breast cancer are going to be easier on the body. They’re going to catch it quicker. There might even be a vaccine,” Jill said.

Her story is a powerful reminder of the importance of understanding your family history and talking with your doctor about whether genetic testing may be right for you.

🎗️ Learn more about genetic testing at Roswell Park: https://www.roswellpark.org/screening-prevention/genetic-testing

In the United States, the average risk for a female to be diagnosed with breast cancer is around 13%, or one in eight women. https://www.wivb.com/news/local-news/roswell-parks-genetic-testing-helps-families-discover-cancerous-genes/

10/22/2026

Congratulations to Liz, our CCA of the Month! 🌟💙

When Liz received her award, she was completely shocked and overcome with emotion! Her reaction reflects the kind of person she is — someone who goes above and beyond without ever expecting recognition.

As one colleague shared, “Liz consistently goes above and beyond in her role as a CCA, demonstrating an exceptional commitment to both our patients and staff. Most recently, she went out of her way to assist a patient who had misplaced their wallet and important medical documentation. Rather than simply directing the patient elsewhere, Liz took the initiative to help locate the missing items, providing reassurance and support throughout the process. Her dedication and willingness to go the extra mile made a stressful situation much easier for the patient and reflected the high level of care she brings to her work every day.”

From helping patients in their time of need to supporting her coworkers, Liz brings kindness, compassion and positivity to everything she does. We are so lucky to have her on our team!