Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh have developed a new way to grow T cells in the lab that enables them to live longer and… Read more
Category: UPMC Hillman Cancer Center
Opioids Interfere with Cancer Immunotherapy but These Drugs Could Help
Opioids are often first-line treatments for cancer-related pain, but they can suppress the immune system and reduce the effectiveness of immunotherapy. New research from the… Read more
Surprise Celebration for Local Firefighter Completing Radiation Treatment
In July 2024, Ryan Johnston, a paid firefighter with the McDonald Volunteer Fire Department in Washington County, was diagnosed with a glioma, a cancerous brain… Read more
Enhancing Access to UPMC Hillman Cancer Care Across Europe
With nearly 20 years of experience in delivering oncology care overseas, UPMC Hillman Cancer Center supports its mission of providing access to high-quality care, close… Read more
Record Number of Students Attend the 2024 UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Academy
While most teens spend their summer months free from the classroom, that wasn’t the case for more than 80 high school and six undergraduate college… Read more