News

Celebrating our oncology social workers
3/25/2024
In recognition of National Social Work Month, Darlene Corral, LCSW, shares a little insight into the importance of oncology social workers.
Talking to an expert: The crucial role of nutrition in cancer care
3/19/2024
In honor of National Nutrition Month® Alyssa George, MA, RDN, program manager at Oncology Nutrition, Providence Cancer Institute, talks about the important connection between cancer and nutrition.
How promoting apoptosis in new study may help people with cancer
3/21/2024
In a new clinical trial open at Providence Cancer Institute, the therapy IGM-8444 aims to promote apoptosis, potentially slowing down the growth of DR5-positive tumor cells.
Dose-escalation studies aspire to fill gaps in cancer treatment options
2/26/2024
Two early phase trials available at Providence Cancer Institute to evaluate escalating doses of different potential cancer treatments in patients with advanced solid tumors.
FDA approves cellular therapy, offering hope to more people with cancer
3/6/2024
The Food and Drug Administration has approved an adoptive cell therapy for adult patients with melanoma that has spread to other parts of the body (metastatic).
Gateway Food Pantry provides meals and hope to those in need
2/21/2024
Supporting thousands of patients experiencing food insecurity, a converted space at Providence Gateway Internal Medicine clinic is filled with fresh fruits and vegetables, meat, milk, eggs and more.
Providence oncology nurse practitioner receives Values in Action Award
2/12/2024
Jamie Zilverberg, MSN, FNP, AOCNP, receives the prestigious 2024 Values in Action Award, the highest honor given at Providence St. Joseph Health.
Celebrating Women in Science
2/9/2024
In honor of International Day of Women and Girls in Science we highlight a researcher at Earle A. Chiles Research Institute, the research arm of Providence Cancer Institute.
Virtual education: Food and common cancer myths
3/14/2024
Providence registered dietitian Christina Speaks, MS, RDN, LD, shares valuable information about food and common cancer myths.