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Stony Brook Cancer Center combines world-class cancer care with the research power of Long Island’s premier academic medical center. Through its close partnership with Stony Brook University, our physicians and scientists work side by side to advance cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment. Located in our MART building, this collaborative environment accelerates discoveries and brings innovative therapies to patients faster.

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Ovarian cancer affects thousands of women each year, but greater awareness, advances in treatment and ongoing research are helping improve outcomes and save lives. This week, tennis legend Chris Evert announced that her ovarian cancer has returned for a third time after it was detected through routine follow-up care, underscoring the importance of ongoing surveillance […]

Protecting your skin from the sun is one of the kindest things you can do for your long-term health. Sun safety isn’t just about saving sunscreen for special occasions like beach outings — it’s a daily practice that helps shield you from skin cancer, slows the signs of aging and nurtures your skin’s well-being all […]

In this episode, experts from Stony Brook Medicine guide listeners through the full skin cancer journey — from recognizing early warning signs and understanding the ABCDEs of skin cancer to diagnosis, treatment options and reconstruction.  The discussion covers common skin cancers, as well as one of the most dangerous types of skin cancer, melanoma. Experts […]

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