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Almost everyone gets medical information online, but it can be hard to know what's true. In this story, MSK provides tips for evaluating online content.

… Thursday, March 12, 2026 These days, nearly everyone gets medical information online , especially through  social media . Some of this information can be helpful, but much of it is false or misleading — and potentially dangerous.   With the flood of medical content readily available on our phones and

The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has named Hedvig Hricak, MD, PhD, Chair of the Department of Radiology, a recipient of the David Rall Medal. The medal is given annually to a NAM member who has demonstrated outstanding leadership. Dr. Hricak received the award at the 2018 NAM Annual Meeting on Monday, October 15, 2018, in Washington, D.C.

… Monday, October 15, 2018 The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) has named Hedvig Hricak, MD, PhD , Chair of the Department of Radiology, a recipient of the David Rall Meda l . The medal is given annually to a NAM member who has demonstrated outstanding leadership. Dr. Hricak will receive the award at

Luis Alberto Diaz, Jr. has dedicated his life’s work to addressing some of the most pressing challenges in cancer research — driven by one clear aim.

… Friday, January 1, 2021 Luis Alberto Diaz, Jr. , has dedicated his life’s work to addressing some of the most pressing challenges in cancer research — driven by one clear aim. “When I entered medicine, there were many beautiful areas of study that offered opportunities to explore unknown questions, like

Read about advances in lung cancer treatment presented by MSK scientists at the 2024 ASCO meeting.

… Monday, June 3, 2024 Researchers from Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) reported important advances in the treatment of lung cancer at the June 2024 annual meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO). Scientists presented promising results from two clinical trials that are

Several Memorial Sloan Kettering investigators are focused on the study of bacteria, which can teach us much about human health, and about cancer in particular.

… Tuesday, April 1, 2014 Summary Several Memorial Sloan Kettering investigators are focused on the study of bacteria, which can teach us much about human health, and about cancer in particular. At first glance, tiny single-celled bacteria could not be more different from humans. But there are many reasons

Degrees were presented and awards were given at the 38th annual ceremony held on May 18.

… Monday, May 22, 2017 Joan Massagué Sloan Kettering Institute Director Joan Massagué Yu Chen and Amanda Roxanne Moore Physician-scientist Yu Chen with graduate Amanda Roxanne Moore José Baselga, Charles Sawyers, and Andrew Kung Physician-in-Chief José Baselga, Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program Chair

By blocking a source of inflammation in the skin, it may be possible to prevent or treat lymphedema, a common and debilitating cancer complication.

… Wednesday, February 15, 2017 Summary Mounting evidence implicates inflammation as a cause of lymphedema, a common side effect of cancer treatment. Topical drugs that suppress this inflammation may hold promise as a therapy. Highlights Previous research has shown that immune cells promote the inflammation

Since its inception at MSK 10 years ago, the Immigrant Health and Cancer Disparities (IHCD) Service has made significant progress in addressing barriers to access to cancer treatment and other healthcare for underserved communities across New York City and beyond.

… Monday, April 26, 2021 Since its inception at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center 10 years ago, the Immigrant Health and Cancer Disparities (IHCD) Service has made significant progress in addressing barriers to access to cancer treatment and other healthcare for underserved communities across New

Dr. Diane Reidy-Lagunes discusses cannabis and cancer with MSK’s Director of Pediatric Integrated Medicine, Dr. Nirupa Raghunathan, and cancer survivor and winner of TV’s “Survivor: Africa”, Ethan Zohn.

… Wednesday, May 4, 2022 Cannabis is an ancient plant that has been used for rituals and medicine for 5,000 years. People with cancer have turned to cannabis — better known as weed or marijuana — to relieve effects of both the illness and the treatment. Because of its ever-changing legal status, studies

MSK colleagues pay tribute to molecular biologist Jerard Hurwitz’s scientific accomplishments and passion for discovery.

… Friday, February 1, 2019 Summary Former MSK researcher Jerard Hurwitz, who died last week, had an immeasurable impact on the field of molecular biology. Here, former colleagues recall his devotion to laboratory research and scientific rigor. Joan Massagué fondly recalls his first encounter with Jerard