Huntsman Cancer Institute

Huntsman Cancer Institute Proudly serving Utah, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, & Wyoming.

The Mountain West’s only NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center—Delivering a Cancer-Free Frontier™ through groundbreaking research and world-class patient care.

12/19/2025

At Hockey Fights Cancer with the Utah Mammoth, 15-year-old Brody Rackham took center ice to drop the ceremonial puck.

Brody loves being outdoors, spending time with his family, and trying new activities like disc golf and pickleball. Last summer, he was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma and began an extensive course of treatment that included 6 weeks of daily radiation. Today, his care team expects him to live a long, healthy life.

We’re grateful to Brody and his family for sharing this moment with us and thankful to the Utah Mammoth for honoring our patients and supporting kids and families affected by cancer.

When Dave was here for treatment during the holidays a couple of years ago, someone surprised him with a gift bag that l...
12/18/2025

When Dave was here for treatment during the holidays a couple of years ago, someone surprised him with a gift bag that lifted his spirits. Now, he and his family generously create and deliver gift bags for our patients each holiday season. Their hope is simple: to brighten someone’s day just as Dave’s was brightened.

This year was especially meaningful when they unexpectedly reunited with a couple of the nurses who cared for him. The warm hugs and happy tears spoke volumes.

We are grateful for the light Dave and his family brought to our patients and to our team.

When Toni Martin was receiving care for melanoma, she spent time as an inpatient here during the holidays. A small Chris...
12/17/2025

When Toni Martin was receiving care for melanoma, she spent time as an inpatient here during the holidays. A small Christmas tree in her room brought comfort to her and to all who visited. In her memory, her family now donates trees each year in hopes of bringing that same sense of peace, light, and connection to our patients spending the holidays in the hospital.

Thank you to the Martin family for honoring Toni’s legacy with such thoughtful generosity and for sharing her light with others.

"The cancer prevention space has always been a curiosity of mine, but after doing this internship… I definitely think th...
12/16/2025

"The cancer prevention space has always been a curiosity of mine, but after doing this internship… I definitely think this might be a future career path.”

Meet Diana, a master’s student at Boise State University and one of our amazing Community Outreach and Engagement interns. She works remotely from Idaho, serving the very community she calls home—an area supported by Huntsman Cancer Institute.

During her time with us, Diana supported Spanish translation for Women’s Health Check materials, conducted an environmental scan of Idaho cancer clinics, and assisted a research team examining va**ng as a smoking-cessation tool in Latino and Hispanic communities.

Her work strengthens local outreach, improves cultural relevance in patient materials, and helps guide future training and resources for cancer survivor support.

Thank you, Diana, for your impact and dedication!

12/15/2025

Holiday magic arrived last week thanks to the incredible Copper Hills High School Choir!

Their beautiful holiday performance filled our halls with warmth, hope, and joy. Moments like these mean so much to our patients, families, and staff. Thank you, Copper Hills Choir, for sharing your time and talent with us. Your kindness made the season a little brighter for everyone who heard you.

Our halls are a little more colorful than usual right now. Nothing says the holidays quite like a poinsettia, and we lov...
12/12/2025

Our halls are a little more colorful than usual right now. Nothing says the holidays quite like a poinsettia, and we love the warmth and color these cheerful blooms bring to our hospital this time of year. We hope they help brighten your day as much as they brighten ours.

12/12/2025

At the Hockey Fights Cancer game, our CEO Brad Cairns, PhD, spoke about what truly drives our work: the people and the stories behind every step forward. He reminded us how powerful it is when a community stands together, and how research leads to each new treatment and every moment of hope. Innovations like immunotherapy and proton therapy are already changing what’s possible for patients and families. Nights like this remind us why we remain dedicated to creating more survivor stories and supporting everyone affected by cancer. Thank you, Utah Mammoth, for standing with us.

12/11/2025

Radiation therapy isn’t what it used to be. Thanks to advanced imaging, AI, and real-time tracking, we are able to deliver prostate cancer treatment that’s more precise, safer, and faster.

In an episode of The Scope Radio, Dr. Jonathan Tward breaks down how these innovations protect quality of life and give patients renewed hope.

Click the link below to listen and learn how modern radiation therapy is changing everything.

Each year The University of Utah recognizes employees who demonstrate exceptional service, innovation, and dedication th...
12/10/2025

Each year The University of Utah recognizes employees who demonstrate exceptional service, innovation, and dedication through its Staff Excellence Awards. We are proud to share that three members of our team—Ju-Fen Zhu, Carla Lloyd, and Anna Marsden—were honored this year.

Each of these recipients has made meaningful contributions that strengthen our mission and support patients, families, researchers, and trainees. Their work spans program development, research support, and patient-centered advocacy, reflecting the commitment that drives progress across our community.

Please join us in congratulating them on this well-deserved achievement. Learn about their work through the link below.

12/09/2025

During the Hockey Fights Cancer game, Dr. Doug Sborov joined the Nashcast to reflect on how far cancer treatment has progressed thanks to ongoing research—from traditional chemotherapy to advanced therapies that engage a patient’s own immune system. He also highlighted meaningful stories of resilience made possible through collaboration, scientific innovation, and the dedication of comprehensive care teams.

We are proud of every member of our care teams who show up each day with compassion, expertise, and commitment. We are also grateful to the Utah Mammoth for helping bring connection and encouragement to patients and families when it matters most.

On November 22nd, under the bright lights of the Delta Center, something special happened. Hockey Fights Cancer Night be...
12/08/2025

On November 22nd, under the bright lights of the Delta Center, something special happened. Hockey Fights Cancer Night became an evening centered not just on the game, but on the people and stories that bring our community together.

Brody’s moment on the ice. Autumn sharing the hope research gave her family. Samantha using her story to raise awareness. These moments reminded us how powerful it is when a community shows up for one another.

We are deeply grateful to the Utah Mammoth and the NHL for their support, and honored to stand with every patient, survivor, family member, and supporter who filled the arena with hope.

Read more about this inspiring night through the link below.

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