On June 29, Fred Hutch hosted researchers, patient advocates and other experts for a conversation on ending cancer. It was one of hundreds of simultaneous gatherings nationwide that also included a summit in Washington, D.C., where the Hutch’s Drs. Gary Gilliland and Amanda Paulovich joined Vice President Joe Biden to discuss doubling the rate of cancer research progress.
Alcohol use after breast cancer doesn’t increase your chances of dying of the disease, a new Hutch study shows, but it does increase overall cancer risk.
The blood vessel–crushing, chemo-blocking pressure
inside pancreatic tumors is almost entirely due to water trapped in gel form, Hutch
researchers show.
A small clinical trial finds two forms of immunotherapy may be better than one for metastatic melanoma patients like Matthew Flood, shown here with oncologist Dr. John Thompson at Seattle Cancer Care Alliance.
Obliteride is a bike ride that supports research
to find cancer cures. Since its inception, Obliteride has raised more than $6.8
million for cancer research at Fred Hutch. Ride or volunteer Aug.13 and 14.
Multiple routes range from 10 to 165 miles; pick the one that’s right for you
at Obliteride.org.
Help reduce travel costs for cancer patients and families who may not have the means to travel to Seattle for treatment. Miles also help us create travel packages for our fundraising events.
Help propel cancer research by lending your
signature for the creation of a Fred Hutch license plate. Let’s show the
Department of Licensing and Washington Legislature that support for such a
plate exists. Help our scientists fuel their research and end cancer once and
for all. Sign the petition today.
Sustaining Partners like Michelle McCormick are among our most dedicated supporters — people who help fight cancer through ongoing, monthly gifts. This easy, convenient way to give reduces postage and administrative costs, so more of your donation goes directly to research. Become a Sustaining Partner today.
In honor of esteemed researcher Dr. E. Donnall Thomas and his wife and colleague, Dottie, we have renamed our legacy society the Thomas Legacy Society to celebrate the vision and generosity of donors who have included Fred Hutch in their estate plans. Learn more.
On Aug. 12, we will welcome a group of University of Washington Technology Management MBA students for a “Tech Trek.” The interactive visit will showcase Fred Hutch’s technology programs, feature expert guest speakers and include a campus tour. Learn more.
