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Cervical cancer affects women of all backgrounds, but non-Hispanic Black women in the U.S. are disproportionately diagnosed and face higher mortality rates compared to white…
"Health, Heart, and Hands" is an inspiring Q&A series that offers a behind-the-scenes look into the minds of the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center's Community Outreach and…
Ovarian epithelial cancer, fallopian tube cancer, and primary peritoneal cancer are collectively referred to as ovarian cancer due to their shared tissue origin and similar…
"Health, Heart, and Hands" is an inspiring Q&A series that offers a behind-the-scenes look into the minds of the Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center's Community…
A recent study highlights the connection between polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and endometrial cancer, the most common type of uterine cancer. Kristina Butler, M.D., a Mayo Clinic gynecologic…
Each year, approximately 100,000 women in the U.S. are diagnosed with gynecologic cancers, which target the female reproductive system, including the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus,…
A groundbreaking study by Mayo Clinic has identified critical gaps in current genetic screening protocols for hereditary cancer risks, particularly among underrepresented minority groups. These research findings,…
Cervical cancer remains a significant health challenge in the U.S., with nearly one-third of cases resulting in death over the past decade, according to the…
As we reflect on the past year, Mayo Clinic's Community Outreach and Engagement in Research Services (COERS) has made remarkable strides in fostering partnerships, delivering…
Mayo Clinic researchers have announced promising results from a groundbreaking study on glioblastoma – the most common and aggressive form of primary brain cancer. The…
At the 2024 Society of Urologic Oncology Annual Meeting in Dallas, Mark Tyson, M.D., a urologic oncologist and Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center researcher shared groundbreaking…
Cancer care is most effective when tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient. Unfortunately, systemic barriers and discrimination have led to poorer outcomes…
At Mayo Clinic’s Center for Individualized Medicine, researchers are uncovering groundbreaking insights into cancer treatment by analyzing stool samples, which offer a wealth of information about the…
Pancreatic cancer is one of the deadliest cancers, with only 9% of patients surviving five years after diagnosis. "That is an abysmally low number, probably…
New technologies are improving pancreatic cancer treatment, offering hope to patients facing one of the least survivable forms of cancer. The Whipple procedure, a complex surgery for…
Stomach cancer, often detected in advanced stages, can be challenging to cure. Mayo Clinic experts are pioneering a new treatment called hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (HIPEC)…
Understanding how cancer spreads, or metastasizes, is a critical focus for researchers and patients alike. Mayo Clinic scientists have recently uncovered a promising lead in…
Pancreatic cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the U.S. Dr. Michael Wallace, a gastroenterologist at Mayo Clinic, warns that early…
Researchers recently reported that while death rates for the most common type of uterine cancer — endometrioid cancer — remained stable, deaths from rare and aggressive…
Breast cancer causes are multifactorial. Some risk factors can be lowered through changes like eating a healthy diet, exercising and avoiding alcohol and tobacco. Other…
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