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UNC Hospitals cited as one of America’s best cancer hospitals
Newsweek has recognized UNC Hospitals as one of the country’s top cancer hospitals. Read more
Goldstein represents UNC at White House Smoking Cessation Forum
Adam Goldstein, MD, MPH, traveled to the White House to share his perspective on key elements of a national smoking cessation program, one that cuts across sectors to equitably expand access to resources for people who want to quit smoking. Read more
Study provides guidance on quality-of-life choices for rectal cancer treatments
A multi-institutional study comparing treatment options for locally advanced rectal cancer while collecting patient-reported treatment side-effects has generated insights patients can use to make more informed quality-of-life treatment choices. Read more
Leading investigators offer ‘highly scientific, but patient-focused’ talks on women’s cancers at symposium
UNC Lineberger’s 46th annual Scientific Symposium brought together more than 350 people in person and virtually to hear talks on the latest research on women’s cancers. Read more
Experience sparks patient's passion for helping others
Janine Jones has one mission in her life – to be a voice for fellow cancer patients, helping others navigate their cancer journeys. Read more

UNC Hospitals cited as one of America’s best cancer hospitals

Goldstein represents UNC at White House Smoking Cessation Forum

Study provides guidance on quality-of-life choices for rectal cancer treatments

Leading investigators offer ‘highly scientific, but patient-focused’ talks on women’s cancers at symposium

Updates on COVID-19: For Patients For University Employees COVID-19 Response Fund

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Overview of the semiautonomous medical robot’s three stages in the lungs.

Scientists successfully maneuver robot through living lung tissue

Jason Akulian, MD MPH, and colleagues have shown that their steerable lung robot can autonomously maneuver the intricacies of the lung, while avoiding important lung structures. Read more

Breast cancer scan showing tumor

Researchers develop AI model to improve tumor removal accuracy during breast cancer surgery

Kristalyn Gallagher, DO, and colleagues have developed an AI model that can predict whether or not cancerous tissue has been fully removed from the body during breast cancer surgery. Read more

Rooted: Ilona Jaspers

UNC Lineberger member Ilona Jaspers, MS, PhD, has been contributing to research at Carolina for 26 years. Read more

Dentist showing an oral x-ray to a patient.

Poor oral health could lessen survival from head and neck cancer

An international study has revealed strong associations between oral health and survival among people diagnosed with head and neck cancer. Read more

Deborah Mayer

ASCO to present Mayer with the Joseph Simone Quality Care Award

Deborah K. Mayer, PhD, RN, AOCN, FAAN, a pioneer in the field of cancer survivorship, will be honored with the Joseph Simone Quality Care Award and Lecture. Read more

Social media health intervention wins $3.25 million in NCI funding

Allison Lazard, PhD, and Barbara Fredrickson, PhD, were awarded a $3.25 million grant from the National Cancer Institute to encourage young adults with cancer to seek social support resources. Read more

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Events

Sep27

Wednesday 8:00 am

CCSP/Palliative Care Grand Rounds: The Future of Hospice Care

Sep27

Wednesday 12:00 pm

Research to Practice Lecture: Leukemia Management in North Carolina – Updates for 2023

Sep29

Friday 6:00 pm

She ROCKS Triad 6th Annual Dinner Event

Sep30

Saturday 8:15 am

Swim Across America – Carolina

Oct03

Tuesday 2:00 pm

Caregiver Conversations

Oct03

Tuesday 3:30 pm

Coping with Cancer Support Group

Oct05

Thursday 7:45 am

48th Annual UNC Lineberger Postdoctoral-Faculty Research Day

Oct07

Saturday 1:00 pm

3rd Annual Chapel Ridge-UNC Lineberger Charity Golf Tournament

Oct09

Monday 9:00 am

UNC TREND Seminar Series: Obesity, Bariatric Surgery and Immunotherapy in Breast Cancer

Oct10

Tuesday 2:00 pm

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