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Two junior faculty at George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS) recently received the GW Cancer Center’s American Cancer Society Institutional Research Grant (ACS-IRG).
Third-year medical student Sam Kwon's Elevator Speech examines how GLP-1 receptor agonists may lead to longer survival among patients who have undergone kidney cancer surgery.
Publication highlights and GW Cancer Center members in the news.
The most important part of prevention is taking action. You do not need a perfect plan. You just need a starting point.
Understanding cancer risk means going beyond general advice and focusing on prevention strategies tailored to specific cancers.
Some of the most significant cancer risks aren’t always the most visible. Tobacco use, alcohol consumption, poor sleep, and chronic stress all quietly contribute to long-term cancer risk.
When it comes to cancer prevention, three habits stand above the rest: nutrition, physical activity, and maintaining a healthy weight. These are the most powerful — and accessible — tools for long-term health.
Cancer prevention doesn’t begin in a clinic — it starts with everyday decisions. From what we eat to how we move and sleep, daily habits play a powerful role in shaping long-term cancer risk.
Today, the GW Cancer Center launched a new video series, The Elevator Speech, built around a simple idea: if you had just a few minutes to explain your work, what would you say?
The GW Cancer Center Prevention and Wellness Center is introducing a new way to unwind, reset, and care for your health: Sound Bath Meditation. If your idea of stress relief usually involves squeezing in a quick walk or closing your eyes for a few deep breaths between meetings, this experience…