February 12, 2019
UAMS to Offer 7-Week Freedom from Smoking Group Starting Feb. 26
The small-group Freedom from Smoking program will be offered from 5-6:30 p.m. for seven Tuesdays starting Feb. 26 in Room 1202 of the Rahn Interprofessional Education Building at UAMS. There is no cost to participate.
February 8, 2019
Little Rock Trojans Honor UAMS Breast Cancer Survivors, Doctor at Annual ‘Pink Night’
There was plenty of pink to go around Feb. 7 when UAMS breast cancer survivors were honored by the UALR women’s basketball team at their annual Pink Night.
Five survivors, along with hematologist oncologist Issam Makhoul, M.D., were introduced to the crowd and joined the Little Rock Trojans on the court for the national anthem prior to their game against the Troy University Trojans.
February 7, 2019
UAMS Program Offers Support to Children of Cancer Patients
A group to help children cope with a parent’s cancer diagnosis is set to begin March 5 at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).
February 6, 2019
UAMS Researchers, Clinicians and Patients Collaborate to Advance Cancer Research
The past two decades have seen unparalleled advances in cancer therapies. Where patients with many types of cancer were once given a grim prognosis, many now go on to live long and productive lives. These life-extending treatments are undoubtedly blessings for patients and their families, adding years to their time together and offering them the…
February 5, 2019
UAMS Scientists Awarded Grants for Cancer Research
Researchers at the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute received a funding boost thanks to the efforts of two volunteer groups.
January 23, 2019
Arkansas Legislators Offer Support to UAMS Cancer Institute, Tour Campus
A group of Arkansas legislators proclaimed their support of a UAMS initiative to expand its cancer research and treatment efforts during a Jan. 23 event at the state Capitol.
December 14, 2018
Minimally Invasive Surgery Yields Successful Outcome for Lung Cancer Survivor
Mary Davis shies away from the spotlight.
“I don’t like to be the center of attention,” she said.
But in 2016, when a hacking cough resulted in an unexpected cancer diagnosis, she had no choice but to turn the attention to herself.
December 12, 2018
Shannon Fleming, Ed.D., Named Executive Director of Development for UAMS Cancer Institute
Shannon Fleming, Ed.D., has been named executive director of development at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS). His position will focus on fund raising efforts for the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute.
December 10, 2018
With the Ring of a Bell, 8-year-old Celebrates End of Radiation Therapy
It’s common to hear bells at the UAMS Radiation Oncology Center. When a patient completes their final treatment, they celebrate by stepping up to the large brass bell on the wall and giving it a ring.
October 30, 2018
Sue Ward Named UAMS Cancer Institute Volunteer of the Year
With more than 2,000 volunteer hours behind her and countless more ahead, Sue Ward’s giving spirit shows no sign of slowing down.
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