Whitney Maxwell, MS, CGC, advances cancer prevention through genetic counseling and research. With a focus on expanding access to under-resourced communities, she’s helping translate complex genetic insights into life-saving care.
You may wonder if a mammogram will work for you. Breast radiologist Nicole Winkler, MD, explains what you need to know about mammograms for different breast types.
Three executive leaders describe how they see Huntsman Cancer Institute advancing cancer care and research in 2025 and beyond, including increasing cancer care access for all.
Huntsman Cancer Institute hosted a ribbon cutting for a new mobile cancer screening clinic. The state-of-the-art unit brings crucial screening services to more patients throughout the state.
The Food and Drug Administration recently approved two new testing methods for cervical cancer screening. Health researcher Deanna Kepka explains why these updates will help with patient comfort and accessibility.
If pancreatic cancer runs in your family, learn how genetic testing can guide treatment, screenings, and risk reduction from Huntsman Cancer Institute genetic counselor Sam Beck, MS, CGC.
Mobile mammography buses from Huntsman Cancer Institute and Nevada Health Centers join forces to conquer distance as a disparity, offering Wendover residents vital breast cancer screenings.
What is ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS)? What are the symptoms? Can it be treated? Kirstyn Brownson, MD, and Phoebe Freer, MD, answer these questions and share their expertise.
Patients who have dense breast tissue may worry about what that means during a mammogram. Huntsman Cancer Institute experts answer questions patients commonly ask.
Demand for cancer genetic testing is on the rise, but there’s a national shortage of genetic counselors to guide patients through the process. Researchers say chatbots could be the answer.
Early menopause significantly raises breast cancer risk, highlighting the need for proactive health screenings, according to research from Huntsman Cancer Institute and the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine.
Researchers are puzzled by the rising rates of early-onset cancer in adults under 50. We talked to one of our patients and experts to explore the implications.
Huntsman Cancer Institute investigators explain who benefits from full-body MRIs, the risks involved with a screening, and how you can reduce your cancer risk.
Maintaining healthy habits can help prevent some cancers and reduce the risk of developing multiple cancers. Here are some tips to help you achieve a more well-balanced lifestyle.
