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Targeting cancer cells: Two studies take different approaches
6/26/2024
A study designed to treat recurrent epithelial ovarian cancer looks at an antibody drug conjugate, and a second study for people with advanced breast cancer evaluates a drug that degrades estrogen rec
K-9 team brings smiles and safety to Providence Portland
Walk in the shoes of security officer Patricia Varela and her K-9 partner Nix, and experience their important work to keep everyone safe at Providence Portland Medical Center.
The evolution of cancer immunotherapy: Dr. Urba shares his insights
6/28/2024
Providence Cancer Institute chief medical officer Walter J. Urba, M.D., Ph.D. talks about the evolution of immunotherapy in the past three decades and his vision for its future.
Cancer survivorship: A guide to living with and beyond cancer
6/11/2024
June is National Cancer Survivor Month, but we honor people with cancer, no matter where they are on their journey, every day of the year. Find out about the survivorship program at Providence Cancer
Attend free virtual event on MRI-guided radiation therapy for pancreatic cancer
6/4/2024
Providence Cancer Institute presents a free virtual education event about MRI-guided radiation therapy and how it is used to treat pancreatic cancer.
With the potential to transform cancer diagnostics, Providence contributes to innovative AI-powered digital pathology model
6/3/2024
A joint study between Providence, Microsoft and the University of Washington detailing work to create a novel AI-powered pathology model has been published in Nature.
Cancer studies seek to harness the power of the immune system
5/29/2024
Explore three innovative studies targeting uveal melanoma, melanoma and head and neck squamous cell carcinoma. Learn why these studies offer hope for more effective cancer treatments.
Providence Oregon hospitals earn national recognition for environmental stewardship work
5/13/2024
Practice Greenhealth recognizes Providence’s commitment to environmental stewardship, names Providence a ‘System of Change’
Celebrating World Immunology Day
4/26/2024
Providence Cancer Institute researcher shares her journey to immunology and the advice she has for those seeking a career in cancer research.
Jennifer Burrows, RN, to lead Providence Oregon
4/23/2024
Jennifer Burrows, RN, has been chosen to serve as the chief executive of Providence Oregon.
New vaccine being studied for HPV+ head and neck cancer
5/7/2024
Researchers at Providence Cancer Institute are exploring a range of innovative approaches to targeting human papillomavirus-positive head and neck squamous cell cancer.
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.