The University of Kansas Cancer Center

01/02/2026

News from an AACI member center: Joseph McGuirk, DO, division director of hematologic malignancies and cellular therapeutics at The University of Kansas Cancer Center, has received Kansas City University’s Alumni Lifetime Achievement Award. Read more in the December https://bit.ly/3XXNftf

01/01/2026

As we welcome 2026, we thank you for standing with us in the fight against cancer. Your support, advocacy, and commitment make a difference in the lives of patients, survivors, and families every day.

This year, let’s continue working together to raise awareness about prevention and early detection, support those navigating treatment and survivorship, and advance research and hope for a cancer-free future.

Wishing you and your loved ones peace, joy, health, and hope in 2026. Happy New Year from all of us at the Masonic Cancer Alliance!

12/31/2025

As we reflect on the past year, we are sharing some of our favorite moments of 2025. In May of 2025, The University of Kansas Cancer Center broke ground on the future site of our new complex in Kansas City, an impactful and celebratory moment for all involved!

12/31/2025

In recognition of the upcoming New Year’s holiday, some of The University of Kansas Cancer Center’s offices will have modified hours on Thursday, January 1. Learn more. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4oZZBwb

12/27/2025

The Jayhawks are accelerating Victory Over Cancer® until the final buzzer of 2025.

Until December 31, Kansas Men's Basketball players and Kansas Jayhawks will use ShotTracker technology to showcase their dedication on the court while inspiring donations that fund lifesaving cancer research through the V Foundation for The University of Kansas Cancer Center.

https://donate.v.org/campaign/727195/donate

12/25/2025

"During this holiday season, those of us at The University of Kansas Cancer Center wish you and your families a joyful and restful time. We are deeply grateful for your dedication to The University of Kansas Cancer Center and all of our patients. It is through your efforts that these patients have the opportunity to celebrate the holiday season with their loved ones. I wish you a happy holiday and a prosperous new year." - Jeffrey Holzbeierlein, MD, FACS, Physician in Chief at The University of Kansas Cancer Center

12/24/2025

In recognition of the upcoming Christmas and New Year’s holidays, some of The University of Kansas Cancer Center’s offices will have modified hours on Thursday, December 25, and Thursday, January 1. Learn more. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4oZZBwb

12/23/2025

The staff at our Green Hills Road location got into the festive spirit by decorating wreath shirts, which brightened their patients' day!

12/23/2025

12/22/2025

Four pediatric radiation oncology patients were visited by Santa today. They received special gifts, including Love Your Melon beanies and hand carved wood ornaments crafted and donated by the National Wood Carvers Association (Chip Chats).

The National Wood Carver's Association recently held its second annual Holiday Ornament Share & Care campaign – an event to showcase creativity while supporting a charitable cause, with the added incentive of awards. Carvers of all ability levels were encouraged to participate.

12/22/2025

12/18/2025

is a large National Cancer Institute (NCI) research study testing treatments for adults with acute (AML) or syndrome (MDS). Patients join before starting treatment and may have clinical trial options at all stages of treatment. myeloMATCH uses advanced testing to look for cancer biomarkers that can be targeted by new treatments. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3KHMtxE or call the NCI’s Cancer Information Service at 1-800-4-CANCER.