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Immuno Oncology Highlights

Highlights of Moffitt Science Presented at Tandem Meetings of ASTCT and CIMBTR

Moffitt scientists are presenting advances in areas like cellular immunotherapy for relapsed or refractory (R/R) acute myeloid leukemia (AML), myelodysplastic syndromes (MDS), acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL), lymphoma, multiple myeloma (MM) and allogeneic HCT. Read More


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6 Common Bone Marrow Transplant Misconceptions for Leukemia Patients

If you have a patient with leukemia or hematologic malignancy but you are unsure is eligible for bone marrow transplant we encourage you to review some of these most common myths. Read More


Moffitt Cancer Center Earns Blue Distinction® Specialty Care Designation for Cellular Immunotherapy – CAR-T

Hospital recognized for quality, safety and improved health outcomes in delivering therapy Read More


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Understanding Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML)

Chronic myeloid leukemia often doesn’t produce noticeable symptoms in its early stages. In fact, many patients don’t realize there is a problem until they have routine bloodwork performed. Read More


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Can Blood Work Detect Cancer?

Blood work can provide a host of valuable health-related information. But can it detect cancer? Click here to find out. Read More


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Amanda’s Story: Cancer Was the Toughest Thing I Have Had to Overcome

Amanda was on a mission to try out for the Olympics when she found out her cancer came back. "I am so much stronger, wiser, and I have a different outlook on life now," she says. Read More


One in a Million

As Emerald Cromwell battles a rare adrenal cancer, she learns two close friends have the same disease. Read More


Moffitt accredited for stem cell transplant programs

Collaboration with Memorial Healthcare System Benefits Blood Cancer Patients in South Florida Read More


Moffitt Researchers Identify New Target to Reduce Risk of Graft-Versus-Host Disease

JAK2 inhibitors minimize disease while maintaining antitumor response Read More


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What is CAR T Therapy?

Dr. Frederick Locke, vice chair of the Department of Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy, answers some frequently asked questions about CAR T cell therapy. Read More


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8 Questions with Moffitt Patient and Professional Wakeboarder Alexa Score

"For me the act of 'surviving' isn’t one single accomplishment, like having no cancer or growing your hair back. Surviving, to me, is a way of life," says Alexa Score. Read More


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The Doctors: Veterinarian Dr. Edward Donates Stem Cells to Save His Brother

Although the brothers were only a 6-out-of-10 match, doctors were hopeful that a closely related donor would give Sylvan Edward a better outcome. Read More


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Ashley's Story: Paying it Forward

My journey to becoming the new co-chair of the Patient and Family Advisory Council began five years ago at the age of 27 when I walked through the doors at Moffitt for treatment of acute promyelocytic leukemia. Read More


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September Is Blood Cancer Awareness Month – What You Need to Know

The U.S. Congress has designated September as Blood Cancer Awareness Month. Moffitt Cancer Center is pleased to join in this effort as a way to educate the general public and provide support, strength and hope to individuals who are affected by blood cancer. Read More


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September Is Leukemia & Lymphoma Awareness Month

Approximately every four minutes, someone in the United States is diagnosed with leukemia, lymphoma or another type of cancer that affects the blood cells, bone marrow or lymphatic system. Read More