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Cervical Cancer 101: What you should know about new screening guidelines
Cervical cancer remains one of the most preventable—and treatable—types of cancer when caught early. Most cervical cancers are caused by persistent infection with high-risk types of Human papillomavirus (HPV).Risk factors include:
Jeffrey Miller, MD, appointed director of the Masonic Cancer Center
The Masonic Cancer Center (MCC), University of Minnesota is pleased to announce that Jeffrey Miller, MD, has been officially appointed as MCC director! Dr.
Our top 20 accomplishments of 2025
Our scientists, clinicians, community partners, and researchers are driving major advances in cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. Together we are transforming cancer care, from Minnesota to across the world.
From Minnesota to the world: MCC-supported fellowship advances breast cancer knowledge and care
The Masonic Cancer Center, University of Minnesota (MCC), is committed to reducing the burden of cancer in Minnesota and across the globe. One of the ways we advance this mission is by supporting sustainable global partnerships that…
Closing the screening gap: Bringing lung cancer prevention to Greater Minnesota
Cancer screenings save lives. But when it comes to lung cancer—the leading cause of cancer death—screening rates remain far too low. At the Masonic Cancer Center (MCC), University of Minnesota, we are working with partners across our state…
Pancreatic cancer: What you need to know
Pancreatic cancer is often called a “silent disease” because symptoms don’t usually appear until it’s advanced. That’s why awareness and early action are so important. Here, we’ll dive into some of the most common questions about this…
Lung Cancer Awareness Month: Know the signs
Every November, we recognize Lung Cancer Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on one of the world’s most common and deadliest cancers. With nearly 2.5 million new cases diagnosed globally each year, lung cancer is a serious health…
Lowering nicotine levels in cigarettes could save millions of lives
Chronic tobacco use is the leading preventable cause of 18 cancer types, heart and pulmonary disease, and premature death in the U.S. In observance of National Lung Cancer Awareness month this November, Masonic Cancer Center…
Dana Carroll steps into leadership role for Tobacco Research Programs
The Masonic Cancer Center is pleased to announce that Dana Mowls Carroll, PhD, MPH, Associate Professor at the University of Minnesota, has assumed leadership of the Tobacco Research Programs (TRP). She succeeds Dorothy K.…
University of Minnesota study uncovers new genetic factors in childhood leukemia
A new study led by researchers at the University of Minnesota Medical School has identified genetic factors that may help explain why African American children are less likely to develop acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) but tend to face…