Oncology

Some women at high risk for breast cancer, regardless of whether they're insured, face cost-associated barriers to preventive care, according to research recently published in Journal of Genetic Counseling. 

Helena, Mont.-based St. Peter's Health has asked a judge to stay a lawsuit filed by a former oncologist against the health system, according to the Fairfield Sun Times.

Family genes play a significant role in the development of colon cancer, according to a study recently published in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

Pittsburgh-based UPMC Hillman Cancer Center has selected Taofeek Owonikoko, MD, PhD, as chief of hematology, effective July 1. 

The Fauquier Health Center for Cancer Care in Warrenton, Va., will cease chemotherapy and other cancer treatment services with the departure of its only hematologist and oncologist on May 7, according to Fauquier Now. 

After hinting at a potential affiliation in March, Helena, Mont.-based St. Peter's Health and the University of Utah's Huntsman Cancer Institute in Salt Lake City confirmed the partnership April 12. 

Treatment may not make a difference for some breast cancer patients over age 70, supporting the de-escalation of treatment among older women, according to research published April 15 in JAMA Network Open. 

The Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Arther G. James Cancer Hospital and Richard J. Solove Research Institute in Columbus, has selected Marcos de Lima, MD, to lead its blood and marrow transplant services, and cellular therapy programs, effective…

ChristianaCare's cancer center has created a program to provide long-term care and support to childhood cancer survivors, the Wilmington, Del.-based health system said April 14.

Here are five hospitals, health systems and cancer institutes that have expanded their facilities or shared plans to open new centers since March 31.