University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center

11/07/2025

In November, we also recognize Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month. Did you know that smoking is one of the most important risk factors for pancreatic cancer?

This recent study from researchers at the Rogel Cancer Center explains the connection between smoking and pancreatic cancer: https://www.uofmhealth.org/health-lab/study-shows-how-smoking-drives-pancreatic-cancer

11/04/2025

Unexplained abdominal symptoms sidelined an otherwise healthy, active life for Michael Skaggs. After countless failed attempts to find the cause, he met with Drs. Sonnenday and Zalupski, who diagnosed and treated his pancreatic cancer.

In October 2025, Skaggs completed his fourth full marathon since his diagnosis. Read about his story: https://michmed.org/5GQ7J.

11/04/2025

In recognition of Lung Cancer Awareness Month, be sure to join our upcoming Clear the Air webinar series! Register for one or multiple sessions here: michmed.org/ByVDk

Hosted by our office of Community Outreach and Engagement, this virtual series focuses on keeping lungs healthy for people of all ages.

11/04/2025

Genetics may play a larger role in pancreatic cancer than previously thought, an expert panel has found. It's led to the American Society of Clinical Oncology recommending that genetic testing be offered to anyone diagnosed with pancreatic cancer.

Learn what the new recommendation means for patients and families, according to Dr. Elena Stoffel: https://michmed.org/GQXvq

11/03/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. In the U.S., lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both men and women (besides skin cancers). While not all cases of lung cancer can be prevented, but the best way to reduce your risk of lung cancer is not to smoke and to avoid breathing in other people's smoke.

Find more prevention and screening information here: https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/lung-cancer/causes-risks-prevention/risk-factors.html

11/03/2025

We want to hear from you! Complete our annual community survey here for a chance to win one of ten $50 gift cards: michmed.org/XWJZq

Your responses help our Community Outreach and Engagement team learn more about your interests to provide better programming for you. Open to ALL Michigan residents - be sure to submit your responses before 12/31/2026 for a chance to win.

10/30/2025

Coming up soon! Our Community Outreach and Engagement team's next in-person event, Get Healthy Together, will take place on Saturday, November 15. Register here: https://michmed.org/ByVDk

The event is FREE and open to all, featuring presentations on:
- Family cancer history & genetic testing
- The genetic link between breast cancer and prostate cancer
- AND receive an optional FREE health screening (blood pressure, A1-C, kidney function, doctor's consultation, and more)

10/29/2025

Coming up next month 🗓 Be sure to join our Community Outreach and Engagement team for their upcoming Clear the Air webinar series! Register for one or multiple sessions here: michmed.org/ByVDk

10/28/2025

Interested in learning more about surgical options for breast cancer? Check out this episode of the Cancer Aware podcast on lumpectomy vs. mastectomy, featuring Rogel Cancer Center's Dr. Melissa Pilewskie.

Understanding your surgical options for a breast cancer diagnosis

10/24/2025

Both HBV and HCV cause viral hepatitis, a type of liver infection that can lead to liver cancer. HBV and HCV are spread from person to person in similar ways to HIV. There is a vaccine to prevent HBV infection, but none for HCV.

In the US, the CDC recommends the HBV vaccine for all children and adults up to age 59, as well as those who are older and at risk of HBV exposure. Find out more about the HBV vaccine here: https://www.cdc.gov/hepatitis-b/vaccination/index.html

10/23/2025

We are grateful to stopping by the Rogel Cancer Center today in her Skan Van as she treks across the country sharing the importance of lung cancer screening.

10/22/2025

Save the date! 🗓 Our Community Outreach and Engagement team's next in-person event, Get Healthy Together, will take place on Saturday, November 15. Register here: https://michmed.org/ByVDk

The event is FREE and open to all, featuring presentations on:
- Family cancer history & genetic testing
- The genetic link between breast cancer and prostate cancer
- AND receive an optional FREE health screening (blood pressure, A1-C, kidney function, doctor's consultation, and more)