Stories of Care & Discovery

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UVA Reveals How Gene Mutation Boosts Cancer Risk

Researchers have discovered how a common gene mutation robs people of natural cancer protection.

Josh Barney

UVA Health staff stand in the lobby of the infusion center.

A Reassuring Space for Cancer Treatment

UVA Health’s Infusion Center -- making a stressful and uncomfortable experience less worrisome.

William Cocke

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Shared Experience: Cancer Support Program Pairs Survivors with Peers Undergoing Treatment

UVA Cancer Center Peer Support Program helps cancer patients through connection.

Holly Cooper Ford

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UVA Joins National Effort to Increase Minority Representation in Clinical Cancer Trials

Pilot project seeks to increase racial and ethnic diversity among cancer treatment trial volunteers.

Eric Swensen

Emily Couric Cancer Center building

UVA Cancer Center Achieves Comprehensive Status

We discussed this achievement with Dr. Thomas Loughran, Director of the UVA Cancer Center.

Rick Kessel