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SKI molecular biologist John Maciejowski
SKI Study Sheds Light on How a Natural Defense Against Viruses Can Lead to Mutations in Cancer Cells

A protein in the body that protects against viruses can also cause cancer-related mutations.
In the Clinic
Jason Mascolo with his wife, Tricia, and daughter, Maeve
Molecular Testing Leads to Personalized Treatment for a Rare Sarcoma: Jason’s Story

Learn how molecular analysis of Jason’s sarcoma led to a personalized immunotherapy treatment that dramatically improved his prognosis. MSK is a leader in treating sarcoma.
Q&A
Two health care providers standing over a patient on a CT bed
CT Scan vs. MRI: What’s the Difference? And How Do Doctors Choose Which Imaging Method to Use?

Learn the difference between CT Scan and MRI and how doctors use these imaging techniques to diagnose and stage cancer.
Overcoming Stomach Cancer and the CDH1 Mutation, Thanks to MSK
Overcoming Stomach Cancer and the CDH1 Mutation, Thanks to MSK

Meghan Winston chose Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center to surgically remove her stomach—called a total gastrectomy—to protect against a deadly form of stomach cancer caused by a rare mutation in the CDH1 gene.
Finding
Kate Delp standing on the beach, smiling and holding a yoga mat
Why More People With Breast Cancer Are Choosing Lumpectomy Over Mastectomy: Kate’s Story

An MSK study found a rise in lumpectomies and a decline in mastectomies — reversing a trend that experts say was leading to the overtreatment of breast cancer.
MSK pathologist Natasha Rekhtman and physician-scientist Charles Rudin
MSK Scientists Identify Rare (Rb-Proficient) Subtype of Small Cell Lung Cancer

Unlike most small cell lung cancer tumors, these retain a normal copy of a protein called RB.
In the Clinic
Memorial Sloan Kettering surgeon Daniela Molena
When Is Heartburn a Sign of Esophageal Cancer?

Many people don’t know that gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a potentially serious condition that — if left untreated — can ultimately lead to esophageal cancer.
(From left) Jacy and Nikki on a recent trip to Paris
Celebrating Pride With Authentic Voices

Nikki Chotas, who uses the pronouns they/them, has dedicated much of their life to speaking up for and working to empower those who may feel helpless and without a voice. They attribute their pursuits in part to feeling voiceless in their younger years.
Mini Kamboj, MSK's Chief Medical Epidemiologist
What You Should Know About Mpox

You may have read about a recent outbreak of mpox (formerly monkeypox), a virus typically found only in central and west Africa.
Ask the Expert
Black male conferring with female doctor in scrubs.
3 Things Black Men Should Know about Prostate Cancer

Learn why Black men should be especially mindful of prostate cancer risk.