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Attend a free virtual symposium on melanoma, Oct. 25
10/8/2024
Providence Cancer Institute in partnership with AIM at Melanoma present a free online event designed to educate and empower patients and care partners affected by melanoma.
Prostate cancer study includes a tumor test to personalize treatment
9/27/2024
A new study approach reflects a deeper understanding of cancer at the molecular level and marks a shift away from one-size-fits-all treatments.
Stay healthy and on your feet with free fall prevention events
9/19/2024
Free educational presentations from Providence Senior Health are taking place in September in Beaverton, Hillsboro, Seaside and Medford. See the schedule and registration information.
Meet physician scientist, Dr. Allie Grossmann
9/23/2024
Dr. Allie Grossmann’s new lab at Earle A. Chiles Research Institute is focused on understanding how tumors communicate with their environment, grow, survive and spread.
‘Exploring the end of life creates opportunities to celebrate life’
9/17/2024
Hospice volunteers offer respite to family members, care for patients at the end of their lives and help people navigate grief. Learn about their service and how to volunteer.
Dr. Walter Urba announces retirement from Providence
8/22/2024
Dr. Walter Urba, a pioneer and key figure in the development of immunotherapy, will retire from Providence Cancer Institute at the end of year.
Dr. Bernard Fox honored for his lifetime contributions to cancer research
8/23/2024
Prominent cancer scientist Dr. Bernard Fox recognized for his work to advance the field of cancer immunotherapy through increasing public understanding, awareness and research efforts.
Can these new studies offer hope for people with lung and head and neck cancers?
8/27/2024
A new medication may help people with KRAS G12C-mutant non-small cell lung cancer. Read about the study and a trial evaluating an immunotherapy for treating head and neck squamous cell carcinoma.
Cancer survivor speaks with doctor he credits for saving his life
8/27/2024
Cancer survivor Mark Williams chats with Dr. Brendan Curti about
Targeting cancer cells: Two studies take different approaches
6/26/2024
A study designed to treat recurrent epithelial ovarian cancer looks at an antibody drug conjugate, and a second study for people with advanced breast cancer evaluates a drug that degrades estrogen rec
K-9 team brings smiles and safety to Providence Portland
Walk in the shoes of security officer Patricia Varela and her K-9 partner Nix, and experience their important work to keep everyone safe at Providence Portland Medical Center.
The evolution of cancer immunotherapy: Dr. Urba shares his insights
6/28/2024
Providence Cancer Institute chief medical officer Walter J. Urba, M.D., Ph.D. talks about the evolution of immunotherapy in the past three decades and his vision for its future.