University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center

04/17/2026

The Lobo Cancer Challenge needs a volunteer for the day of the event (Sept. 26, 2026) to help as a SAG driver (operates a support vehicle, providing aid to cyclists with mechanical issues, injuries, or fatigue. They act as a "broom wagon" to transport riders and bikes, ensuring safety by carrying supplies like water, tools, and first aid kits).
To be eligible, drivers must have a valid driver’s license and a UNM Defensive Driving certificate or be willing to take the course. For those who have never taken the National safety council/defensive driving class (NSC/DDC), you would be set up for the course through UNM.
If you are interested, please contact Joanne Baca de Holguin, jbacadeholguin@salud.unm.edu.

04/16/2026

Multiple disciplines, advanced diagnostics and treatments and clinical trials are all part of UNMCCC's approach to lung cancer treatment.
Learn more:
https://bit.ly/4e7L9Aa

04/13/2026

📢 La prevención salva vidas, en el Consulado de México en Albuquerque fortalecemos acciones contra el cáncer en nuestra comunidad 🇲🇽

📸 La Cónsul de México Patricia Pinzón y el sostuvieron un encuentro con el Dr. J. Michael Cruz, Gerente Senior de Programas en la Oficina de Alcance y Vinculación Comunitaria del University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center, y la Dra. Elba L. Saavedra Ferrer, profesora asistente de investigación, líder del programa Comadre A Comadre y Directora Adjunta de Programas de Navegación de Pacientes.

🤝 Dimos la bienvenida al Dr. Cruz, quien se suma a estos esfuerzos de salud comunitaria, fortaleciendo el trabajo conjunto en favor de nuestra comunidad.

Conversamos sobre cómo el programa Comadre a Comadre, cuyas acciones —como talleres, mesas informativas y Facebook Live en — han transformado la vida de muchas mujeres latinas al brindar educación, acompañamiento y acceso a recursos clave para la prevención y detección temprana del cáncer.

📌Este trabajo también contribuye a reducir brechas en el acceso a la salud, especialmente para mujeres latinas, promoviendo información accesible, culturalmente relevante y con enfoque de género.

🏥 Desde la Ventanilla de Salud (VDS) del Consulado, orientamos a nuestra comunidad para acceder a estudios como mastografías y Papanicolaou, fundamentales para un diagnóstico oportuno.

📊 Detectado a tiempo, el cáncer de mama puede tener una tasa de supervivencia de hasta el 99%.
Por eso, la prevención y la información pueden marcar la diferencia.

📢Agradecemos al University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center y al equipo de Comadre a Comadre por su compromiso, cercanía y trabajo constante a favor de nuestra comunidad 🇲🇽

Instituto de Mexicanas y Mexicanos en el Exterior SRE

04/09/2026

You can get screened for lung cancer. Age and a history of smoking are important factors. Learn more about lung cancer with Dr. Moises Harari-Turquie here:
https://bit.ly/4e7L9Aa

04/09/2026

The UNMCCC is one of the choices available in the UNM Big Give. Please consider giving.

UNM Big Give is here! 🐺

Today is all about showing up for UNM.

Every gift makes a difference and helps move the university forward.

If you’ve been thinking about getting involved, today is the day.

Give now ➡️ unmbiggive.unmfund.org

04/07/2026

A cancer diagnosis is frightening and stressful, and a cancer center can be intimidating. The Patient Family Support Services team is trying to relieve some of that stress by offering new patients weekly orientations. Next week marks the first session. Reserve your spot.

04/03/2026

Do you like to solve complex problems? Our Applications Support Team is looking for a Clinical System Specialist. Follow this link to learn more: http://bit.ly/3PN0snZ

03/31/2026

Tomorrow marks our first sessions of a support group for men who are or have been patients. This is a chance for them to have conversations and support one-another. It is free.
First session is 1 p.m., Wednesday, April 1.

03/27/2026

The UNMCCC treats all types of blood cancers, including myeloma. Follow the link to learn more about our blood cancers team and what treatments are available, including stem cell transplants.
https://bit.ly/4dfmkC2

03/26/2026

We were honored to host The Albuquerque Hispano Chamber of Commerce board of directors and offer them a tour of our facility on Wednesday.

03/25/2026

Starting NEXT WEEK: UNMCCC will begin hosting a support group for men who are or have been patients. This is a chance for men who are going through or have completed treatment to have conversations and support one-another. It is free.
First session is 1 p.m., April 1.