Updated Ovarian Cancer Overview
Ovarian cancer is the second most common type of gynecologic cancer. Of the different types of ovarian cancer, epithelial ovarian cancer is the most common, originating in the cells that cover the surface of the ovary, which are known as epithelial cells. In this newly revised section, you can find information about our expertise, services, and research in treating women with epithelial ovarian cancer.
An Interview with Chemist Derek S. Tan
As the head of a laboratory in the Molecular Pharmacology and Chemistry Program at the Sloan-Kettering Institute, Derek Tan is a young leader in the field of chemical biology.
Breast Cancer Risk Varies Substantially Among Women Who Are Carriers of BRCA1 and BRCA2 Gene Mutations
Breast cancer risk varies widely among women who are carriers of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations, according to a new study published in the January 9, 2008, issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA).
Molecules Can Block Breast Cancer's Ability to Spread
Researchers have identified a specific group of microRNA molecules that are responsible for controlling genes that cause breast cancer metastasis. The study, led by scientists at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, appears in the January 10, 2008, issue of Nature.
Lung Cancer CancerSmart Web Cast Now in iTunes
Our most recent CancerSmart Web cast, Lung Cancer: The Latest in Screening & Treatment, is now available as a podcast in the Apple iTunes store. Users with iTunes already installed on their machines can click the link below to subscribe to the podcast, which will include future CancerSmart programs.
Continuing Nursing Education - Upcoming Programs
Nursing Education at Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center is committed to improving the quality of care for the cancer patient through education of the professional nursing community. Here you will find a complete listing of our upcoming continuing nursing education programs.
Living Beyond Cancer Calendar
Our Living Beyond Cancer section of the Web site includes a calendar with searchable listings of upcoming survivorship workshops, support groups, and events.
Recommended Cancer-Related Information Resources
To help cancer patients and their families find the best, most reliable cancer-related online resources, Memorial Sloan-Kettering has created its Cancer-Related Resources on Other Web Sites.
