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Researcher Spotlight: Katarzyna Rejniak Says Teaching is Most Rewarding When Students are Recognized
She leads a computational lab that models the mechanisms of interaction between tumors and their microenvironments Read More

Researcher Spotlight: Vince Luca, PhD on Receptors, Ligands and the Fate of Cells
Behind the scenes, the Luca Lab studies the "molecular language" of cell-to-cell communication using cutting edge approaches in structural, cellular and synthetic biology. Read More

Recall of Heart, Blood Pressure Medication Grows
FDA has again expanded the list of medications under recall because of impurity that puts patients at risk of cancer. Read More

Infographic: Hurricane Prep for Cancer Patients
Cancer patients and caregivers visiting Florida for treatment or living in hurricane-prone areas should take special precaution when tropical weather threatens. Read More

Baby Boomers: Are You #HepAware?
Hepatitis C is the leading cause of liver cancer. The disease is on the rise, and boomers are the most at risk. Read More

Research Spotlight: Dr. Yamoah on the 'Lifelong Commitment' of a Physician Scientist
Dr. Kosj Yamoah, a physician-scientist, tracks his roots of studying prostate cancer disparities through his native Ghana. Read More

Moffitt Team Member, Family Make New Year's Resolution to Help Homeless
It’s that time of year when many people are making New Year’s resolutions and Stephanie Carrico, who works in Moffitt’s Direct Referral Center, is among those who are vowing to make changes. Read More

Bucs’ Doug Martin Backs Moffitt in My Cause My Cleats Campaign
When Tampa Bay Buccaneers running back Doug Martin slows down long enough, you might notice a distinctive "M" on his custom cleats designed for a great cause. Read More

In Sickness and in Health: Patient Fulfills Wish by Getting Married at Moffitt Cancer Center
Jack Campbell’s last wish was to marry the woman who’s been by his side since their first blind date in 2001. Read More

Ask the Experts: Your Questions About the Breast Cancer Vaccine Answered
Dr. Brian Czerniecki, chair of the breast cancer program at Moffitt Cancer Center, connected with our Facebook friends in the Ask The Experts series to answer your questions about the breast cancer vaccine. Read More

Moffitt Missions to Storm-Battered Puerto Rico Continue
On Friday nights, you’ll find a handful of Moffitt physicians and advanced practice professionals boarding a plane bound for hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico. Read More

Moffitt Honors Veterans Day
Moffitt Cancer Center held a flag-raising ceremony in recognition of Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 10. Read More

Moffitt and Tampa Bay Rays Lead Relief Mission to Puerto Rico
More than 30,000 pounds of medical and hurricane supplies, generators, food and water are on a chartered Boeing 737 headed for Puerto Rico, which was devastated by Hurricane Maria. Read More

Tampa Bay Newcomers Club Offer Comfort For Breast Cancer Patients
Last week, breast cancer patients at Mckinley Outpatient Center were greeted by the Tampa Bay Newcomers club. Read More

Research Spotlight: Dr. Abate-Daga Discusses the Progress of Immunotherapy
Dr. Daniel Abate-Daga's research is focused on the development of T cell-based immunotherapies for the treatment of cancer. Read More

Sen. John McCain's Next Courageous Battle: Brain Cancer
Sen. John McCain has been diagnosed with primary glioblastoma, an aggressive type of brain cancer. The tumor was discovered during surgery to remove a blood clot above his eye. Read More

Cards From Children Cheer Up Cancer Patients at Moffitt
My family and I began our personal fight with cancer in September 2012. What I thought was going to be simple turned into multiple surgeries, radiation and chemotherapy. Read More

Rescue Dog Once Struggling to Survive Helps Others in the Fight of Their Life
Pet therapy volunteer Spencer Bard says he can’t explain the joy he feels when he sees a patient at Moffitt light up at the sight of Lucy. Read More

Mascots Cheer Patients During Mascots at Moffitt Day
Everyone was on the same team for Mascots at Moffitt Day on July 27. Raymond, Captain Fear, Thunderbug and Rocky D. Bull showed support and brought joy to Moffitt’s patients. Read More

Moffitt Volunteer Awarded France’s Legion of Honor for Service in WWII
Moffitt volunteer Boris Stern went off to fight in World War II with 179 other men in his company and is one of only 18 who returned home alive. Read More

Salute to Survivors Honoree Gets Surprise Guest - Brother Emmitt Smith
Marsha Smith-Hill, a breast cancer survivor, had a quite a memorable time at the Rays-Orioles game on Saturday. Read More

Derrick Brooks Talks Defense Against Cancer for Moffitt
Derrick Brooks agreed to be one of three spokespersons for the cancer center in a new series of public service videos to educate viewers about cancer prevention, screening and early detection. Read More

Research Spotlight: Dr. Enderling Shares Why He Participated in Miles for Moffitt
Dr. Enderling is an assistant member in the Integrated Mathematical Oncology Department. Find out what his team accomplished at Miles for Moffitt this year. Read More

Research Spotlight: Dr. Cress Offers Insights on Molecular Oncology, SPARK Program
Dr. Doug Cress is an associate member of the Molecular Oncology Department. Learn more about his role in Molecular Oncology and the Spark Program. Read More

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

Rare Cancer Linked to Breast Implants
When Stacey Boone, of Bradenton, was diagnosed with cancer 2015 she never suspected it was because of her breast implants. Read More

Dr. Schabath: Lung Cancer Screening is a 'Life-Saving Tool'
Dr. Matthew Schabath spoke with Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend on WFTS-TV about the importance of lung cancer screenings. Read More

Congratulations to Moffitt Team Member and Volunteer on Winning NBC’s Spartan: The Ultimate Team Challenge!
Moffitt team member and volunteer Amanda Tchir says she had the time of her life competing for $250,000 on NBC’s Spartan: The Ultimate Team Challenge Season 2. Read More

Moffitt Patient Brings Relief to Others with Port Pillows
After Rhonda heard fellow patients share stories about not wearing their seatbelts because the seatbelt put pressure on their port, she came up with a plan to help them. Read More

Dr. Locke: CAR-T Cell Therapy a 'Revolution in Cancer Care'
Dr. Locke, the principal investigator for a new experimental immunotherapy called CAR T-cell therapy, talks about the breakthroughs with this type of treatment. Read More

Colorectal Cancer Diagnosis Increasing In Millennials
While colorectal cancer is predominantly found in people over age 50, a recent study released by the American Cancer Society has found that there has been a surprising increase of cases among people in their 20s and 30s. Read More

Couple Says 'I Do' in the ICU at Moffitt Cancer Center
Ena's fiancé, Steven, didn’t know if they were going to see the wedding day they’d been planning for months. He decided then and there he wanted to marry her right away. Read More

Cure on Wheels Cyclists Embark for Tallahassee
More than a dozen Cure on Wheels cyclists embarked on a 325-mile bike ride from Tampa to Tallahassee to lend their support for the 12th annual Moffitt Day at the state capitol. Read More

Actress Shannen Doherty Dances Through Radiation Treatment
Actress Shannen Doherty of television’s "90210" and "Charmed" has been documenting her battle against breast cancer on Instagram. Read More

Two-Time Cancer Survivor and Pearl Harbor Survivor Reflects on 75th Anniversary
George Kondas is a hero, an inspiration and a reminder to never give up hope as America remembers the 75th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor. Read More

Tampa Bay Buccaneers Rookie Club visits Moffitt Cancer Center
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers Rookie Club visited with patients, families and team members at Moffitt Cancer Center. Read More

Storm Update: Moffitt Cancer Center Open
Moffitt Cancer Center will remain open as we continue to track Hurricane Matthew. All locations, including the Magnolia campus, McKinley Outpatient Center and Moffitt at International Plaza, will be open during normal hours. Read More