UK Research News

New Markey Initiative Helps Affiliates Deliver Cancer Care Closer to Home

Aug 17, 2021, 7:20 AM

The initiative aims to create a connected, integrated statewide cancer provider network. 40% of all new cancer cases in Kentucky are directly or indirectly cared for by Markey.

UK HealthCare Ranks No. 1 in Kentucky, Cancer Care Again Ranks Nationally in U.S. News & World Report

Jul 27, 2021, 8:58 AM

Additionally, UK HealthCare was ranked as high-performing in four U.S. News adult specialties: Gastroenterology & GI Surgery, Geriatrics, Orthopedics and Urology.

UK Study Shows Methods to Increase Cancer Screening Awareness in Disparate Populations

Jun 8, 2021, 8:07 AM

The study highlights community health worker usage in educating minority populations in lung cancer screening.

UK leads Inter-Continental Cancer Consortium to strengthen global cancer research leadership

May 25, 2021, 8:44 AM

The consortium is expected to generate infrastructure and strengthen global cancer research leadership and mentorship at the participating institutions.

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UK HealthCare Announces Plan for New Ambulatory Cancer Complex

May 4, 2021, 7:51 AM

The new complex — with an estimated 320,000 square feet for cancer services — may include multiple buildings but will primarily allow for the needed expansion of patient care services and increased ease of access for the UK Markey Cancer Center.

UK Study Shows Increased Financial Burden Linked to Decreased Health Insurance Literacy

Apr 27, 2021, 7:59 AM

Recently published in Supportive Care in Cancer, a team from Markey Cancer Center utilized Kentucky Cancer Registry data to identify if there was a correlation between individuals suffering from financial toxicity and comprehension of health insurance.

Preventing Cancer Recurrence with Coffee? Markey Launches Unique Clinical Trial

Apr 26, 2021, 8:43 AM

The UK Markey Cancer Center has officially launched a unique new clinical trial to test whether Artemisia annua extract can prevent ovarian cancer recurrence.

Markey Launching New Summer Oncology Program for Teen Girls

Apr 19, 2021, 8:46 AM

The Summer HealthCare Experience (SHE) in Oncology program, is aimed at empowering high school girls throughout Kentucky to learn more about the field of cancer medicine and research. The inaugural program will be held July 12-23 and will be virtual due to the ongoing pandemic.

Drug Derived from Kentucky-Grown Plant Shows Promise for Ovarian Cancer Treatment

Apr 19, 2021, 8:39 AM

Kentucky is the only state currently growing substantial quantities of Artemisia annua, meaning the Commonwealth could become a new epicenter for growing the plant worldwide. The plant’s growth could potentially give Kentucky’s farmers a new cash crop to supplement income.

Markey’s ACTION Program Develops Cancer Education Curriculum for Appalachian Schools

Feb 19, 2021, 9:30 AM

The curriculum includes information on cancer data and risk factors in the region, follows national and state science and health education standards, and is tailored to cultural aspects of Appalachian Kentucky.

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