Cancer Research Priority Area

UK leads Inter-Continental Cancer Consortium to strengthen global cancer research leadership

May 25, 2021, 8:44 AM

The consortium is expected to generate infrastructure and strengthen global cancer research leadership and mentorship at the participating institutions.

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UK HealthCare Announces Plan for New Ambulatory Cancer Complex

May 4, 2021, 7:51 AM

The new complex — with an estimated 320,000 square feet for cancer services — may include multiple buildings but will primarily allow for the needed expansion of patient care services and increased ease of access for the UK Markey Cancer Center.

UK Study Shows Increased Financial Burden Linked to Decreased Health Insurance Literacy

Apr 27, 2021, 7:59 AM

Recently published in Supportive Care in Cancer, a team from Markey Cancer Center utilized Kentucky Cancer Registry data to identify if there was a correlation between individuals suffering from financial toxicity and comprehension of health insurance.

Preventing Cancer Recurrence with Coffee? Markey Launches Unique Clinical Trial

Apr 26, 2021, 8:43 AM

The UK Markey Cancer Center has officially launched a unique new clinical trial to test whether Artemisia annua extract can prevent ovarian cancer recurrence.

Markey Launching New Summer Oncology Program for Teen Girls

Apr 19, 2021, 8:46 AM

The Summer HealthCare Experience (SHE) in Oncology program, is aimed at empowering high school girls throughout Kentucky to learn more about the field of cancer medicine and research. The inaugural program will be held July 12-23 and will be virtual due to the ongoing pandemic.

Drug Derived from Kentucky-Grown Plant Shows Promise for Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Apr 19, 2021, 8:39 AM

Kentucky is the only state currently growing substantial quantities of Artemisia annua, meaning the Commonwealth could become a new epicenter for growing the plant worldwide. The plant’s growth could potentially give Kentucky’s farmers a new cash crop to supplement income.

Markey’s ACTION Program Develops Cancer Education Curriculum for Appalachian Schools

Feb 19, 2021, 9:30 AM

The curriculum includes information on cancer data and risk factors in the region, follows national and state science and health education standards, and is tailored to cultural aspects of Appalachian Kentucky.

Markey Joins Nationwide Effort to Encourage Resumption of Cancer Screening, Treatment

Feb 1, 2021, 1:18 PM

The University of Kentucky Markey Cancer Center is teaming up with the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®), the American Cancer Society (ACS) and other leading cancer organizations across the country to endorse the resumption of cancer screening and treatment during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Markey Study Shows Kentucky Endometrial Cancer Patients Have Higher Rates of DACH1 Mutation

Jan 12, 2021, 8:18 AM

A new study by UK Markey Cancer Center researchers shows that DACH1 mutations are prevalent in Kentucky patients with endometrial cancer, suggesting that DACH1 may be a candidate biomarker for future trials with immunotherapy.

Williams Named Assistant Director for Cancer Health Equity at Markey

Nov 10, 2020, 8:22 AM

A major initiative of Williams and the Markey Community Impact Office will be the organization and expansion of Markey’s research and outreach portfolio that is focused on reducing cancer and other health disparities based on race/ethnicity, socioeconomic status, etc.

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