Scalp Cooling Treatment Now Available at Sanford Health Dickinson
Sanford Dickinson is helping patients undergoing chemotherapy preserve more of their hair by offering the Paxman Scalp Cooling System, an innovative treatment designed to reduce chemotherapy-induced hair loss.
Kearney Tackles Cancer Kicks Off 18th Annual Shirt Sales
Kearney Public Schools, Kearney Catholic School and CHI Health Good Samaritan Cancer Center are gearing up for the 18th annual Kearney Tackles Cancer (KTC). The student-led cancer awareness campaign has raised more than $750,000 for local cancer patients since 2009.
Bras for the Cause Raises Over $60,000 for Local Cancer Patients
The 2nd Annual Bras for the Cause, "Together We Can Knock Out Cancer," held earlier this summer at The Peacock Lounge & Grille, raised $61,372 for the Abben Cancer Center of Spencer Hospital. Proceeds will support local cancer patients and their families with needs beyond medical treatment.
Nebraska Medicine Marks 10 Years of CAR T-Cell Therapy Innovation
Nebraska Medicine, the University of Nebraska Medical Center, and the Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center will celebrate a decade of innovation and patient impact in CAR T-cell therapy during a special event, "Trailblazing a Decade of CAR T-cell Therapy: 10 Years of Innovation at Nebraska Medicine and UNMC.”
Buffett Cancer Center Earns National Ranking From U.S. News
The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center has earned a national ranking in cancer care from U.S. News & World Report, placing it among the nation's top programs for treating complex cancer cases. The recognition is part of the publication's annual Best Hospitals rankings and follows Nebraska Medical Center being named the No. 1 hospital in Nebraska for the 15th consecutive year.
Columbus Community Hospital Sets Mead Family Cancer Center Opening
Columbus Community Hospital invites community members and local businesses to celebrate the opening of its new Mead Family Cancer Center, 4600 38th St., with a ribbon cutting and open house on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 9 a.m.
Avera Cancer Institute Celebrates Grand Opening, Marking a New Era of Cancer Care in Yankton
A grand opening and ribbon-cutting was held Friday, June 26, at the Avera Cancer Institute in the Ness Family Center.
Community Support and Matching Funds Raise Nearly $80,000 for Cancer Care
The Community Hospital Health Foundation is proud to announce the successful completion of a cancer care matching challenge launched during the October 11 Concert for Healthcare. Thanks to the extraordinary generosity of community donors and the leadership of Dr. Benjamin George, Community Hospital’s Medical Oncologist and Hematologist, the initial $10,000 matching donation was quickly met.
UnityPoint Health Names New Chief Medical Officer and Vice President for Oncology
As part of its commitment to improving access to comprehensive cancer care across Iowa and the Midwest, UnityPoint Health is pleased to announce two key leadership appointments for oncology services.
Sanford Fargo to Present Cancer Care Forum
Sanford Health Fargo is hosting a community breakfast on bringing advanced cancer care close to home.
The forum takes place on Wednesday, Nov. 5, from 8 to 9 a.m. in the Town Hall Room at the Bell Bank Tower, 520 Main Ave, Fargo. The event is available to attendees by invitation only. The community breakfast will include a brief presentation, followed by a panel discussion and a question-and-answer session with the audience. A tour of the Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center is available following the presentation, from 9-10 a.m.
Nebraska Cancer Specialists Expands Cancer Care Access with New Clinic at Bryan Elkhorn Campus
Nebraska Cancer Specialists (NCS) is proud to announce the opening of a new, full-service clinic at the Bryan Elkhorn Campus—marking NCS’s sixth Omaha-area location and the sixteenth clinic across Nebraska and Iowa.
Community Hospital Health Foundation Launches Matching Challenge to Support Cancer Care
The Community Hospital Health Foundation has announced a new community challenge gift to support cancer care at Community Hospital. Dr. George, Community Hospital’s Medical Oncologist and Hematologist, will match every donation dollar-for-dollar, up to $10,000, beginning October 11 at the Concert for Healthcare.
The Iowa Clinic and MercyOne Partner to Expand Access to Local Cancer Care
The Iowa Clinic and MercyOne are proud to announce a partnership designed to expand access to high quality cancer care closer to home in central Iowa.
Enhanced Cancer Care Expands to Rural Nebraska
Community Hospital is proud to announce its official membership in the Association of Cancer Care Centers (ACCC), a national organization dedicated to improving the quality and accessibility of cancer care across the United States. This milestone marks a significant advancement in oncology services for southwest Nebraska, northwest Kansas, and the surrounding region.
UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center Enhances Cancer Care with New Medical Oncology and Hematology Clinic
UnityPoint Health – John Stoddard Cancer Center is expanding its commitment to comprehensive, patient-centered cancer care with the opening of a new medical oncology and hematology clinic along with expanded chemotherapy infusion services this September.
NCS Recognized as Nation’s First Community Oncology Practice to Earn Theranostics Excellence Designation
Nestled in the heart of the Midwest, stands a beacon of hope and innovation in cancer care.
Nebraska Cancer Specialists earned the distinguished title of the first medical oncology practice in the region to be listed as a Comprehensive Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Center of Excellence for delivering theranostics in an outpatient setting.
Sanford Thief River Falls Expands Collaboration with Roger Maris Cancer Center
Sanford Thief River Falls is expanding its partnership with the Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center.
Cancer patients can now receive outpatient clinic cancer care at Sanford Thief River Falls Monday-Friday thanks to the addition of a full-time nurse practitioner, Chasidi Plaine. Plaine spent six months training at the Sanford Roger Maris Cancer Center in Fargo, offering expertise daily to patients battling cancer.
Mead Family Cancer Center: A New Era in Cancer Care for Columbus
Columbus Community Hospital is proud to announce the official name of its new, state-of-the-art cancer care facility — the Mead Family Cancer Center.
Monument Health Foundation Celebrates Dr. Ronald Drummond's Legacy with New Art Installation
The Monument Health Foundation celebrated the life and work of Dr. Ronald Drummond with the unveiling of a specially commissioned art piece by renowned international artist John Lopez. The dedication took place on Saturday, Oct. 26 at the Cancer Care Institute Healing Garden.
The Iowa Clinic Announces Advancements in Cancer Care
The Iowa Clinic announced today, four highly experienced Central Iowa-based oncologists will be joining The Iowa Clinic. The Iowa Clinic has been a fixture in cancer care since its inception in 1994, providing diagnostic and surgical care for a variety of cancers.