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Did you know? Many head and neck cancers are linked to HPV — and in many cases, they’re preventable.Your health matters....
04/30/2026

Did you know? Many head and neck cancers are linked to HPV — and in many cases, they’re preventable.

Your health matters. Small steps today can make a big difference for your future:

✔️ Talk with your provider about the HPV vaccine
✔️ Avoid to***co and limit alcohol
✔️ Stay up to date on checkups
✔️ Listen to your body — don’t ignore symptoms that don’t go away

If something doesn’t feel right, you deserve to be heard — and cared for.

At the WVU Cancer Institute, we’re here for you every step of the way, with compassionate, personalized care close to home.

🧡 Prevention and early detection can make all the difference.

Learn more: wvucancer.org

🔬 Groundbreaking discoveries start in the lab.WVU Cancer Institute researcher Ivan Martinez, PhD, is leading innovative ...
04/30/2026

🔬 Groundbreaking discoveries start in the lab.

WVU Cancer Institute researcher Ivan Martinez, PhD, is leading innovative studies on HPV-related head and neck cancers, exploring how newly discovered molecules called glycoRNAs may unlock new ways to diagnose and treat disease.

By advancing research today, we’re creating hope for better treatments and outcomes tomorrow. 💛

Read more about Dr. Martinez: https://wvumedicine.org/our-care/institutes/cancer/our-research/highlighted-researchers/ivan-martinez/



💙 Marion County, let’s take care of our lungs.The WVU Cancer Institute provides advanced lung cancer screening close to ...
04/29/2026

💙 Marion County, let’s take care of our lungs.

The WVU Cancer Institute provides advanced lung cancer screening close to home using a low-dose CT scan designed to detect cancer before symptoms appear.

For eligible high-risk individuals, screening can reduce lung cancer deaths and improve quality of life.

You may be eligible if you:
• Are 50–80 years old
• Have smoked the equivalent of a pack a day for 20 years (or more)
• Currently smoke or quit within the past 15 years

No referral? No problem.
Use our simple self-referral form to get started.

👉 Learn more and see if you qualify: https://wvumedicine.org/our-care/institutes/cancer/our-care/cancers-we-treat/lung-cancer/

Today we proudly celebrated the launch of a second Bonnie’s Bus mobile mammography unit with a ribbon cutting and first ...
04/29/2026

Today we proudly celebrated the launch of a second Bonnie’s Bus mobile mammography unit with a ribbon cutting and first clinical stop in Saint Albans. 🎀🚍

This new unit means even greater access to life-saving breast cancer screenings for communities across West Virginia — especially in rural and underserved areas where care can be harder to reach.

Since 2009, Bonnie’s Bus has provided more than 30,400 mammograms and helped identify at least 180 cases of breast cancer, making early detection possible for thousands of West Virginians.

With the addition of this second Bonnie’s Bus, the WVU Cancer Institute’s Mobile Cancer Screening Program now has three units delivering preventive care directly to communities across the state.

Together, we’re driving hope, access, and early detection forward. 💛

The future of cancer care is being shaped right here in West Virginia.The WVU Cancer Institute’s 2025 Annual Report high...
04/28/2026

The future of cancer care is being shaped right here in West Virginia.

The WVU Cancer Institute’s 2025 Annual Report highlights the progress we’re making to expand access, advance groundbreaking research, and deliver coordinated, compassionate compassionate care to patients and families we serve every day.

From innovation in treatment to strengthening care close to home, we remain committed to building a healthier future for our communities.

Read the 2025 Annual Report and see how we’re transforming cancer care together. 🔗

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🗣️ Your voice tells your story. Let’s protect it.Head and neck cancers can affectsome of the most personal parts of who ...
04/28/2026

🗣️ Your voice tells your story. Let’s protect it.

Head and neck cancers can affectsome of the most personal parts of who we are, including our ability to speak, swallow, and connect with others.

At the WVU Cancer Institute, we treat more than cancer; we care for the whole person. From advanced surgical techniques to speech and swallowing therapy, our team is focused on preserving what matters most to you.

If something doesn’t feel right, trust yourself and get it checked.

💛 Compassion. Expertise. Innovation. All close to home.

wvucancer.org

Cancer care should meet patients where they are. 💙The latest issue of Thomas Hospitals Magazine highlights how the WVU C...
04/27/2026

Cancer care should meet patients where they are. 💙

The latest issue of Thomas Hospitals Magazine highlights how the WVU Cancer Institute is expanding its reach across West Virginia — bringing high-quality cancer care closer to home while addressing the real-life barriers that can stand in the way of early detection and treatment.

“Being a cancer center is more than just diagnosing and treating cancer,” said Hannah Hazard-Jenkins, MD. “It’s looking at what our communities need… and addressing those gaps.”

From improving access to screenings to supporting patients through transportation, socioeconomic, and emotional challenges, we’re committed to strengthening cancer care in every community we serve.

Read more in Thomas Hospital Magazine: https://www.flipsnack.com/wvumedicine/thomas-hospitals-magazine-spring-summer-2026.html

It’s easy to overlook the early signs of head and neck cancer. Identifying those symptoms early can save your life.This ...
04/26/2026

It’s easy to overlook the early signs of head and neck cancer. Identifying those symptoms early can save your life.

This Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month, know what to watch for:

🔹 A lump in the neck
🔹 Persistent sore throat
🔹 Trouble swallowing
🔹 Hoarseness or voice changes
🔹 Sores that won’t heal

These symptoms may seem minor, but if they last more than 2–3 weeks, it’s time to get checked.

🧡 Don’t ignore the signs. Early detection matters.

🎧 Want to learn more? Tune in to our podcast, HPV and Cancer: Protecting Yourself from Head to Toe, for expert insights on prevention and risk.

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💧🎗️ Head & Neck Cancer Awareness MonthSmall comforts can make a big difference during treatment — and thanks to Ashley D...
04/24/2026

💧🎗️ Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month

Small comforts can make a big difference during treatment — and thanks to Ashley DeNardo, oncology social worker, our patients recently had access to a special pop-up hydration station designed with their needs in mind.

For individuals undergoing treatment for head and neck cancers, staying hydrated can be challenging — but it’s incredibly important for healing, comfort, and overall well-being. This thoughtful, temporary initiative provided extra support right when patients needed it most.

It’s another example of how our team goes beyond treatment — caring for the whole person.

If you’ve ever smoked, this is your sign. Early detection can make all the difference.The WVU Cancer Institute provides:...
04/22/2026

If you’ve ever smoked, this is your sign. Early detection can make all the difference.

The WVU Cancer Institute provides:
✔️ Lung cancer screening with low-dose CT
✔️ Risk-reduction counseling
✔️ To***co cessation support

All right here for patients in Marion County and nearby communities.

See if you’re eligible and refer yourself today:
https://wvumedicine.org/our-care/institutes/cancer/our-care/cancers-we-treat/lung-cancer/

Congratulations to Brian Boone, MD, on being named a 2025–26 Benedum Distinguished Scholar in Biosciences and Health Sci...
04/21/2026

Congratulations to Brian Boone, MD, on being named a 2025–26 Benedum Distinguished Scholar in Biosciences and Health Sciences! 🎉

This prestigious recognition honors his impactful research focused on advancing treatment for pancreatic cancer — one of the most challenging cancers to treat.

Dr. Boone’s work is helping uncover how the immune system interacts with cancer, including groundbreaking discoveries around neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) and their role in tumor growth and treatment resistance. His research is also exploring innovative approaches to improve outcomes for patients.

Through continued collaboration, national funding support, and a commitment to innovation, Dr. Boone is driving meaningful progress in the fight against pancreatic cancer.

👏 Join us in celebrating this well-deserved honor and the impact of his work on patients and the future of cancer care.

Better care starts with listening. 💛Join us for our next Patient and Family Advisory Council meeting — a space where pat...
04/14/2026

Better care starts with listening. 💛

Join us for our next Patient and Family Advisory Council meeting — a space where patients, families, and staff come together to share perspectives and help shape the future of care.

💬 Your voice matters. This group is all about open conversation, meaningful feedback, and working together to improve the patient experience for everyone.

📅 Tuesday, April 21
🕔 5 –7 p.m.
📍 Panera Bread, 357 Patteson Drive, Morgantown

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We hope you’ll join the conversation!

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44 Medical Center Drive (Health Sciences Center)
Morgantown, WV
26506

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Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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(855) 988-2273

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