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Clinical Trials: Myths vs. Facts

June 6, 2025

There are many myths, misconceptions, and mistrust surrounding clinical trials in the medical field, and the questions we wonder about aren’t common knowledge. To help destigmatize clinical trial participation, especially within the Black community, BRIDGE program coordinator, Leana Laraque gives some insight. Read more.

Celebrating the Healing Power of Art

April 7, 2025

At the Meyer Cancer Center at NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, an annual art show spotlights the work of cancer patients who found solace and inspiration in creative expression....

Demystifying Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs)

January 4, 2023

Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) are cancers of the blood and bone marrow. They start when something goes awry with hematopoietic stem cells—immature cells that can develop into any type of blood cell. Myeloid cells, also found in the bone marrow, can develop abnormalities as well. As cancerous cells tend to do, the affected blood cells proliferate, crowding out normal cells. ...

CancerCast Podcast

June 22, 2022

This Weill Cornell podcast hosted by ...

Disrupting Cancer Health Disparities

April 22, 2022

Disrupting Cancer Health Disparities

While cancer treatments have improved over the years, there are still many barriers of entry to to care for many individuals. Community outreach and engagement can help to combat existing health disparities and dismantle myths surrounding many treatable diseases. Through the help of community health workers and dedicated teams, these efforts are bringing health...

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