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05/17/2013

An outpouring of giving: More than $400,000 boosts cancer research at Providence

Cancer survivors and researchers shared the stage at Providence Cancer Center’s 15th annual “Positive Perspectives: Creating Hope for Cancer Patients More>>

05/16/2013

Hood To Coast/Portland To Coast Relays proudly announce Providence Health & Services as title sponsor of the 32nd annual race

The Hood To Coast/Portland To Coast Relays are proud to announce Providence Health & Services as the title sponsor of the 2013 and 2014 Hood To Co More>>

04/02/2013

Providence cancer research gets boost from Fred Meyer shoppers and employees

The donation is a result of the store chain's third quarter employee giving campaign and all the coins collected in the checkout lines at Portland are More>>

03/15/2013

NIH grant furthers promising metastatic melanoma clinical trials for Providence Cancer Center patients

Patients with advanced melanoma are getting a boost from work being done at Providence, thanks to a grant from the National Institutes of Health. More>>

3/11/2013

Portland Business Journal reports Providence's cancer team making strides

In the past 20 years, Providence has contributed to several significant breakthroughs in cancer research. More>>

03/07/2013

Colon cancer is the number two cancer killer in America, after lung cancer.

Dr. Mark Whiteford explains the risk factors of colorectal cancer and the importance of getting screened. More>>

03/04/2013

Chest Watch - bringing science education to life

Providence School Outreach hosted more than 125 high school students for a live “Chest Watch” surgery as Dr. John Handy performed an initial lung thor More>>

02/18/2013

Stage IV cancer patients get a new outlook on life

Two cancer support group facilitators are nominated "Everyday Hereos" for terminally ill cancer patients. More>>

02/12/2013

Grants provide new support for oral, head and neck cancer research at Providence

02/08/2013

Providence offers comprehensive oral, head and neck cancer care at new clinic

Unique to the Northwest, the new multidisciplinary clinic bridges the gap between medicine and dentristry for patients with oral, head and neck cancer More>>

02/07/2013

Cancers on the rise due to HPV

Dr. Bryan Bell from Providence Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Clinic explains why. More>>

01/14/2013

A month of giving adds up as Safeway battles cancer with Providence

Funds from Safeway's "round up" at the checkout counters will be divided among four areas of breast cancer research at Providence. More>>

01/10/2013

Two grants benefit oral cancer research

Providence researchers will focus on biomarkers and vaccines to help fight the disease. More>>

01/07/2013

Becky Roth, 49-year-old oral cancer patient and runner, defies the odds

When an orthopedic surgeon told Becky Roth, a lifelong jogger, that she would never run again after cancer-related surgery on her legs, Roth told hers More>>

12/29/2012

Providence Festival of Trees magic brings hope of cancer research miracles

For three decades, Providence Festival of Trees has been the premier holiday event in Portland. This year, the 30th anniversary was a true celebr More>>

12/10/2012

Oncologists join Providence Medical Group-Seaside

Stacy Lewis, M.D, and Christie J. Moore, D.O., have joined Providence Medical Group-Seaside. They will be caring for patients at the Providence Cancer More>>

12/06/2012

Providence cancer research laboratory receives major grants

Research scientist Keith Bahjat, Ph.D., recently received two grants supporting work on immunotherapy. More>>

12/05/2012

Lung cancer and baby boomers - what's the connection?

Even if boomers are able to kick the smoking habit – or even if they never smoked at all – they still may be at risk of lung cancer. More>>

12/05/2012

Providence breast centers honored with prestigious accreditation

National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, or NAPBC, recognizes excellence at Providence for providing care to patients with diseases of More>>

12/05/2012

Use the holidays to find out your family history

Family gatherings during the holidays provide the perfect opportunity to find out more about the health history of your loved ones - important informa More>>

11/13/2012

Tips for quitting smoking

In honor of The Great American Smokeout on Nov. 15, Dr. Jain explains why quitting is so hard and offers ways to help kick the habit. More>>

11/12/2012

Asbestos exposure and mesothelioma

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month – and a good time to ask yourself a serious question: Could your house be giving you lung cancer?  More>>

10/17/2012

Breast cancer risks

Ali Conlin, M.D., speaks to the importance of knowing your cancer risks – what you can change and what you can’t. More>>

10/15/2012

Foods to eat during breast cancer treatment

What foods are palatable during treatment and what should you avoid? More>>

10/10/2012

Breast cancer support

Nurse navigators help guide patients through the cancer treatment process. More>>

09/28/2012

Providence Cancer Center recognized for commitment to quality and excellence

Providence is the only cancer facility in Oregon to receive QOPI certification. More>>

08/21/2012

Hundreds join historic cancer prevention study

Cancer Prevention Study-3 is a historic nationwide effort to help researchers better understand the genetic, environmental and lifestyle factors that More>>

08/20/2012

Lung cancer pilot study begins

Providence begins work on national lung cancer collaborative More>>

06/06/2012

Research offers great hope for advanced melanoma patients

Providence Cancer Center researchers study a unique approach, combining radiation and immunotherapy treatments. More>>

06/04/2012

Immune therapy may yield long-lasting treatment for many cancers

"There is still a long road ahead, but now it's lined with some successes," says Walter Urba, M.D., Ph.D. More>>

05/08/2012

Pennies, nickels and dimes add up to $500,000 as Safeway customers and employees help Providence battle breast cancer

Safeway customers and employees in Oregon and Southwest Washington raised $500,000 for breast cancer awareness, treatment and research at Providence. More>>

04/30/2012

Basketball great says victory in life is fueled by hope, and Providence Cancer Center plays to win

04/26/2012

Cancer research news

Read the latest highlights on our researchers. More>>

04/26/2012

Komen Catalyst Grant Awarded To Providence Cancer Center for Cell Study

Providence Cancer Center researcher Michael Gough, Ph.D., has received a Career Catalyst Research Grant from Susan G. Komen for the Cure to study the More>>

04/11/2012

Advances in oral, head, and neck cancer detection and treatment

Cancers in the throat, tongue and other areas of the head and neck are among the most common types of cancer, and treatment can be disfiguring. More>>

03/16/2012

Get screened for colorectal cancer

Providence experts talk about the importance of getting a colonoscopy to detect and prevent colorectal cancer. More>>

02/29/2012

Exercise after breast cancer

Returning to physical activity after breast cancer treatment is one of the most difficult aspects of readjusting to daily life after cancer. More>>

01/12/2012

Preventing cancer through lifestyle changes

A new study offers proof that lifestyle choices are a major reson why men and women get cancer. More>>

12/02/2011

Providence cancer research gets a boost with MedImmune agreement

The biotech company will fund further OX40 research developed by Providence scientists. More>>

10/24/2011

Providence selected for nationwide immunotherapy network

Providence Cancer Center is among North America's top research institutions invited to join the national Cancer Immunotherapy Trials Network. More>>

07/06/2011

Providence oncologist named Woman of the Year

Christie J. Moore, D.O., was named Woman of the Year by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Oregon SW Washington Idaho and Montana Chapter. More>>

06/28/2011

Providence researcher awarded funds to create cancer-fighting protein

Department of Defense Prostate Cancer Research Program Grant awarded to Providence Cancer Center researcher Andrew Weinberg, Ph.D. More>>

04/11/2011

Providence cancer drug trial wins FDA approval

Ipilimumab is the first drug shown to extend survival in patients with late-stage melanoma. More>>

04/04/2011

Women's Health Screenings: What You Need to Know

Women's health exams: what should women be screened for, and when? More>>

03/01/2011

Colorectal Cancer Awareness AM Northwest 03/2011

Dr. Todd Crocenzi, medical director, Providence Gastrointestinal Cancer Program, and a colorectal cancer survivor discuss the benefits of screeni More>>

06/01/2010

Dr. R. Bryan Bell begins new Providence Oral, Head and Neck Cancer Program

Read about our new medical director, R. Bryan  Bell, M.D., D.D.S, F.A.C.S. More>>

06/29/2011

Bench to Bedside: Providence Researcher Awarded Funds to Create Cancer-Fighting Protein

Providence Cancer Center researcher Andrew Weinberg, Ph.D., recently received a $935,000 grant from the Department of Defense Prostate Cancer Research More>>

10/25/2012

"A bee saved my life", local woman shares inspiring cancer journey in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Debbie Clark is allergic to bees. And yet she credits a bee with saving her life. More>>

06/22/2012

Pilot program offers relief for chemo patients

Chemotherapy infusion patients in Hood River can now meet with a pharmacist during each treatment, thanks to a new pilot program aimed at improving pa More>>

09/25/2011

Providence workers aid patient's son after fire

Providence Hood River employees stepped forward to help a patient with more than medical needs. More>>

11/12/2012

New oncologists join Providence Medical Group-Seaside

Providence is expanding cancer service to better serve the communities of the North Coast. Stacy Lewis, M.D., and Christie J. Moore, D.O., have joined More>>

04/29/2013

Experiencing Breast Cancer: From Caregiver to Survivor

Nicole McPheeters understands, both professionally and personally, the importance of having a mammogram. As the Breast Center coordinator at Providenc More>>

02/20/2013

Loose change benefits Providence Breast Center

In March the Leila J. Eisenstein Breast Center at Providence Breast Center was presented with their sixth annual check raised through the Ray’s&n More>>

08/26/2012

New technology at PMMC offer early warning system

The new Modified Early Warning System, or MEWS, was launched at Providence Medford Medical Center in mid-July. The primary purpose of MEWS is to ensur More>>

08/24/2012

Providence receives grant to expand Palliative Care Program

With help from a Cambia Health Foundation grant, Providence Medford Medical Center is expanding its palliative care program to provide the full contin More>>

05/30/2011

Providence Cancer Center Celebrates Cancer Survivor's Week

Please join us as we honor cancer patients and celebrate life with family, friends and our cancer center staff during Cancer Survivor’s week. More>>