Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Jefferson

12/05/2025

🎉 A big congratulations to Mary Ellen Davis, LPN, BS, MBA, who was recognized by the Lower Bucks County Chamber of Commerce as the 2025 Community Impact & Outreach Champion!

A breast cancer survivor herself, Mary Ellen is passionate about helping others get the support and care they need. As our Education and Outreach Coordinator, she connects communities throughout Northeast Philadelphia and Bucks County with cancer education, screenings, and resources. Congratulations to Mary Ellen on this well-deserved honor! 👏

12/02/2025

On GivingTuesday—the global day of generosity—your gift to the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center Innovation Fund can go twice as far. Every contribution is being matched dollar-for-dollar, thanks to the generosity of Richard and Ann Frankel.

Your support helps improve lives, giving patients the strength to fight today and the hope for a cure tomorrow. 💙

https://giving.jefferson.edu/giving-guide/give/giving-tuesday.html?&reference_code=!%7C%5e~26Q2063*

11/28/2025

Lung cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the leading cause of cancer deaths worldwide, with smoking as the number one risk factor.

Quitting smoking can reduce your risk for cancer - and there are other benefits to quitting as well. Learn more: https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/your-health/living-well/seven-good-things-that-happen-when-you-quit-smoking

Quitting smoking isn’t just good for your body, it can also benefit your mental health, your self-esteem and your family.

11/27/2025

Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving from all of us here at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center! 🦃

We are thankful for our patients and their families, our clinicians, researchers, and staff, and everyone who has supported us throughout the year. 🧡

11/26/2025

After being diagnosed with endometrial cancer, Janis Marcozzi found strength in her family, faith, and her care team at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center - Washington Township at Jefferson Health - New Jersey.

🦅 Janis recently got to celebrate her remission at a Philadelphia Eagles game, where she was honored as part of their Crucial Catch initiative.

Read Janis’ story:

After a surprising diagnosis, Janis found strength in her care team, husband and faith –ultimately ringing the survivor’s bell and celebrating remission at a Philadelphia Eagles game.

11/22/2025

The annual Tree of Lights celebration is a special way to honor survivors and remember the lives of loved ones affected by cancer.

The ceremonies invite donors to place a tribute ornament on the Tree of Lights in honor or memory of someone special. The proceeds benefit our New Jersey Transportation Fund, which provides rides for patients so they can access life-saving treatments without worrying about transportation costs.

11/21/2025

Today on World Pancreatic Cancer Day, we honor all who have been affected by pancreatic cancer. 💜 🎗️

Pancreatic cancer is difficult to find early and accounts for about 3% of all cancers diagnosed in the United States and about 8% of all cancer deaths, according to the American Cancer Society.

At the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center, we are committed to advancing scientific discoveries in order to better prevent, detect, and treat pancreatic cancer and build a more hopeful world for our patients and their loved ones.

Learn more about pancreatic cancer, including symptoms, screening, treatment options, and research studies: https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/conditions-and-treatments/pancreatic-cancer

Department of Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

11/20/2025

Today is the Great American Smokeout! If you’re ready to stop smoking, the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center’s To***co Cessation Program can help you quit and stay smoke-free safely and effectively.

Visit https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/conditions-and-treatments/smoking-cessation, call 215-531-4370, or email Jeff.to***co@jefferson.edu.

11/19/2025

Thank you to the Cherry Hill Public Schools, Cherry Hill, NJ students at James Johnson Elementary School and the Coles Program at Cherry Hill High School East who made care bags for our patients, which included items such as snacks, lip balm, and fuzzy socks!

The donation was organized by James Johnson Elementary Principal Lauren Giordano and her brother, Dr. Joseph Curry, who is leader of Head & Neck Surgical Oncology at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center. Principal Giordano delivered the bags, which were handed out in the Infusion Center and Bodine Center for Radiation Therapy.

We're so grateful to the students, teachers, and staff who worked so hard to assemble the bags, which were appreciated by our patients. 💙

11/16/2025

🫁 Thank you to our amazing team for bringing screenings and awareness to our patients this Lung Cancer Awareness Month! 🤍

11/14/2025

💜 The Pancreatic Cancer & Related Diseases Patient Symposium is held each November to recognize Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

It is a wonderful opportunity to bring together nearly 300 attendees, including patients and their families and Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center scientists and clinicians, to share the latest research discoveries in pancreatic cancer and celebrate survivorship. Together, we are making breakthroughs in every aspect of pancreatic cancer care.

11/14/2025

Happy Genetic Counselor Appreciation Day 🧬 Today we celebrate our genetic counselors at the Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center!

Genetic counselors can provide insights into your inherited risks and guidance on genetic testing, cancer screenings, and steps to help lower your risk.

We are grateful for their compassion and expertise in helping our patients better understand and manage their cancer risk and for their impact on the health of our community. 💙

If you think you may be at a higher risk for cancer because of your personal or family medical history, contact our Clinical Cancer Genetics team at 215-955-1011 or learn more on our website: https://www.jeffersonhealth.org/clinical-specialties/clinical-cancer-genetics-service