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MSK computational biologist Henry Walch
Why Is Colorectal Cancer in African Americans Hard To Treat? One Reason Is Genetics

African American patients with colorectal cancer are less likely to have tumors that respond well to newer treatments such as targeted therapy and immunotherapy.
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The Gut Microbiome and Cancer: MSK Researchers Present New Findings

Research led by Josie Robertson Investigator Karuna Ganesh provided clues that microbiomes might explain the increase in colorectal cancer among younger patients.
Kellee Strong (left) with her daughter, Karlee Strong
The Troubling Rise in Gastrointestinal Cancers among Younger Adults — How MSK Is Helping

Experts at MSK’s Center for Young Onset Colorectal and Gastrointestinal Cancer are devoted to creating the best treatment plan for you and your family.
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Black Men and Women Are at Higher Risk of Colorectal Cancer: What You Should Know

Black adults are more likely to get colorectal cancer and die from it than any other group. Learn how Black men and women can protect themselves and why screening for colorectal cancer beginning at age 45 is so important.
Patient receiving SBRT-type radiation treatment.
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The Latest Radiation Therapy for Prostate Cancer: What Every Man Should Know

It can be hard to understand all the various radiation therapy options for prostate cancer. Here, we explain.
Internist Francesca Gany is seen leaning on a taxicab and smiling. She leads the MSK Immigrant Health & Cancer Disparities Service, which this year marks its tenth anniversary
Do the Right Thing: The MSK Immigrant Health & Cancer Disparities Service

The MSK Immigrant Health & Cancer Disparities service improves people’s lives in communities that too often get overlooked and suffer disproportionately from cancer, including lack of access to care.
MSK medical oncologist Behfar Ehdaie, who specializes in treating prostate cancer.
HIFU for Prostate Cancer: Fewer Side Effects and No Surgery or Radiation for Some Patients

Learn how high-intensity focused ultrasound (HIFU) can help some men with prostate cancer avoid surgery or radiation.
MSK patient Charisma McDuffie is seen smiling outdoors.
The Latest Research on Why So Many Young Adults Are Getting Cancer

Learn about the latest research on why more young adults are developing cancer, from investigators across MSK.
Susan Everson, a transgender woman, was treated at MSK for stage 3 colorectal cancer. She says her care team made her feel welcome, in addition to offering her the most advanced therapies. Susan is now cancer free.
Being Seen: Compassionate Cancer Treatment for Transgender People

Learn how MSK cares for transgender cancer patients, treating them with respect and medical expertise. Staff are specially trained to understand their needs.
Rosario Costas-Muñiz is a psycho-oncologist focused on the needs of the Latino community.
Helping Latinos Prevent Colon Cancer: Good News about Screening

Learn from an MSK specialist in cancer care for the Latino community about screening for colorectal cancer, to help prevent the disease.