Markey News & Highlights

Find the most recent news, videos, and more about the UK Markey Cancer Center below. 


Markey symposium celebrates remarkable career of researcher Daret St. Clair

12/13/2023

UK scientists and scholars among top 2% of world’s most-cited researchers

12/11/2023

Markey STRONG Scholars Program empowers next generation of cancer researchers

12/6/2023

Markey research highlights need for education to combat cancer in Appalachia 

11/29/2023

'UK at the Half': Markey’s ACTION prepares students for cancer-focused careers

11/21/2023

Debunking the top myths about lung cancer screening

11/20/2023

UK bioengineer designs tools to improve treatment for head and neck cancer

11/15/2023

Markey study provides valuable insights into drivers of cancer risk

10/31/2023

2 Markey cancer researchers win V Foundation awards

10/27/2023

Markey researchers develop new resource to aid in cancer surveillance at US cancer centers

10/24/2023

Markey patient unites community with the power of pink

10/18/2023

UK’s Kolesar 1 of 9 innovators selected for NIH-funded entrepreneurship program

10/17/2023

UK awarded $19 million to research tobacco regulation in Appalachia, inform FDA

10/6/2023

Markey’s ACTION program gets $2 million grant renewal from NCI

10/3/2023

Precision medicine, Markey collaboration delivers hope to Bowling Green patient

9/22/2023

Markey Cancer Center attains NCI's highest status as a Comprehensive Cancer Center

9/18/2023

UK hosts outreach event for diverse, local suppliers on new cancer ambulatory complex

9/6/2023

It may not be too late to get your HPV vaccine

9/5/2023

Provost’s first-generation experience drives passion, persistence in leadership

8/31/2023

'I’m a new person' – UK patient finds answers, relief for rare condition

8/30/2023

Markey study examines Kentucky cancer survivors’ increased risk of cancer incidence

8/22/2023

Tiny antibodies hold big promise for cancer treatment

8/10/2023

Markey researcher named Cancer Moonshot Scholar

8/7/2023

Markey's Xu awarded $2 million to study role of platelets in cancer growth

8/2/2023

UK HealthCare No. 1 in Ky. 8 years running, 3 specialties ranked in U.S. News & World Report

8/1/2023

Record-breaking awards fuel UK research in 2023

8/1/2023

How to manage the costs of cancer treatment

7/24/2023

Study: Existing drug shows promise treating most prevalent type of lung cancer

7/19/2023

International postdoctoral scholar helping fight bone cancer

7/17/2023

Markey study reveals persistent cancer disparities in Appalachian Kentucky

6/16/2023

Why UK? Radiology resident praises experience in NCI-designated cancer center

6/16/2023

Confused about breast cancer screening guidelines? Here’s what you need to know

6/12/2023

Markey physician part of White House forum on smoking cessation

6/2/202

Markey's NCI designation: A decade of impact on cancer research

5/25/2023

Erin Haynes honored as a 2023-24 University Research Professor

5/19/2023

UK Cannabis Center awards 1st faculty pilot grants

5/17/2023

Innovation in cancer research showcased at Markey Research Day

5/16/2023

Markey study identifies new treatment target for metastatic cancer

5/9/2023

Markey Cancer Foundation's Delzotti honored with NACCDO service award

5/8/2023

20 students awarded CURE Fellowships

5/8/2023

Markey earns National Pancreas Foundation Center designation for treatment of pancreatic cancer

5/4/2023

4 students selected to address UK May Commencement Ceremonies

5/4/2023

16 faculty named 2023-2024 University Research Professors

5/2/2023

Markey researchers identify promising new target for treatment-resistant prostate cancer

4/18/2023

Markey study: Depression linked to lower survival rates in breast cancer patients

4/17/2023

Markey patient credits screening, clinical trial for continued survival

4/13/2023

Markey study: New program shows promise in reducing financial burden of cancer care

3/28/2023

'Behind the Blue': Surgical oncologist Emily Marcinkowski on women in health care

3/27/2023

Design Thinking: How UK prepares students for real-world problem solving

3/24/2023

Collaboration turns the tide on Kentucky’s colorectal cancer rates

3/16/2023

Special college fair helps young cancer patients 'unlock' their future

3/15/2023

Women Making History: UK researcher uses computational science to solve Kentucky’s health challenges

3/15/2023

Widely available HPV vaccines prevent help prevent many types of cancer

3/13/2023

Colorectal cancer: The best screening test is the one you take

3/6/2023

'UK at the Half': Protecting the heart during cancer treatment

2/17/2023

'People Behind Our Research': Innate curiosity inspired Darwin Conwell's medical career

2/9/2023

Markey research to inform regulations on latest tobacco products

2/9/2023

Markey research seeks to understand Appalachia’s childhood cancer disparity

2/7/2023

$1.6M gift to Markey will establish endowed chair in gynecologic oncology

2/6/2023

UK HealthCare honored for excellence in cardio-oncology

2/3/2023

Markey’s ACTION alumni set to take on Appalachia’s cancer crisis

1/31/2023

Markey outreach advancing health equity in communities of color

1/27/2023

UK cardiac, cancer specialists collaborate to prevent heart problems in cancer patients

1/26/2023

Dr. Eddy Shih-Hsin Yang appointed as the chair of radiation medicine

1/19/2023

Going smoke-free in 2023? Medication doubles your odds of success

1/17/2023

UK named top oncology program by Becker’s Hospital Review

1/12/2023

Markey study addresses colorectal cancer disparities in Black communities

1/10/2023

Markey launches large-scale study on precision medicine outcomes

1/6/2023

Cancer survivor now works with Markey team that saved her life

12/20/2022

Construction, expansion approved for new UK HealthCare cancer ambulatory complex

12/13/2022

Markey receives American Cancer Society grant to continue faculty research program

12/7/2022

How early detection can save lives, what you need to know about a lung cancer screening (WKYT)

11/29/2022

Markey Cancer Center to host affiliate network conference

11/16/2022

3 innovative ways Markey researchers are taking on tobacco use

11/15/2022

Markey earns accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer

10/19/2022

BIRCWH grant renewal will continue mentorship for women's health scholars

10/19/2022

Assess your breast cancer risk by age 30; yearly mammograms begin at 40

10/18/2022

Markey receives Merck Foundation grant to advance equitable cancer care in Kentucky

10/7/2022

Cost of cancer care impacts health of low-income survivors

9/28/2022

Blood cancer awareness month: learn to recognize the signs and symptoms

9/27/2022

Markey study: Molecular tumor boards improve outcomes for patients with advanced cancer

9/8/2022

'I never dreamed I would be here today': Interventional radiology gives Markey patient more time

9/21/2022

From stage 4 to remission: Markey saves young mom with rare, aggressive cancer

9/8/2022

Markey study: Betamethasone could improve outcomes for prostate cancer radiation therapy

8/12/2022

New Study Shows Hope, Options for Older Patients With Liver Cancer

7/28/2022

UK HealthCare No. 1 Again in Ky., Cancer Care Moves Up in U.S. News & World Report Rankings

7/26/2022

Gov. Beshear Signs Bill Establishing Lung Cancer Screening Program

7/22/2022

UK College of Nursing Names Dr. Jean Edward As First Assistant Dean of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

7/19/2022

Keeneland Bluegrass International Cup to Benefit Markey Cancer Foundation

7/19/2022

Dunbar Students Sweep Regional Science Fair With Mentorship From Markey

6/30/2022

Markey Patient Overcomes Aggressive Cancer Diagnosis, Inspires Hope

6/29/2022

Markey Cancer Data Portal Provides Digital Footprint of Cancer in Kentucky

6/23/2022

Multimedia Project Spotlights Cancer Burden in Appalachia

6/14/2022

Lower Your Cancer Risk With Easy Diet Changes

6/6/2022

Farish Fund Gives $5 Million to Establish New Markey Urologic Cancer Program

6/2/2022

Cancer Survivors Bond Over Shared Experiences at Markey's Expressions of Courage Event

6/1/2022

UK Receives Renewed $11.4 Million Grant to Further Cancer Research

5/25/2022

Pediatric Cancer Research Funding Critical to Save Lives

5/23/2022

Ky. Cancer Needs Assessment Report Details Critical Steps to Address Cancer Burden

5/16/2022

Cancer Research Highlighted in Day-long Spotlight Event

5/11/2022

BLOG: Cancer in Kentucky: Why Research Matters

5/10/2022

Davis Devotes Most of 40+ Year Career at UK to Caring for Cancer Patients

4/26/2022

UK Markey Cancer Center Joins Global Network to Advance Precision Oncology Research

4/14/2022

Markey Global Cancer Consortium Studies New Option for Diagnosing Lung Cancer

3/31/2022

UK Markey Cancer Foundation Funds World’s 1st Distinguished Professorship in Neuroendocrine Tumor Research

3/29/2022

Reminder: Schedule Your Colorectal Cancer Screening

3/28/2022

'They Treat Me Like a Person, Not a Chart': Colon Cancer Patient Thankful for Markey Team

3/21/2022

Junior Lauren Hudson Making Strides on Cancer Education, Literacy Through Research

3/16/2022

Social Workers Help Patients Find Light After Cancer Diagnosis

3/8/2022

‘UK at the Half’: Philanthropy Boosts Cancer Care at Markey

3/7/2022

DanceBlue 2022 Raises $1,430,497 For the Kids

3/6/2022

DanceBlue Leadership Prepares for 17th Annual Dance Marathon This Weekend

3/1/2022

'Behind the Blue': A Tradition of Care and Support With DanceBlue

2/28/2022

Markey's ACTION Program Announces Second Edition of Book

2/28/2022

UK, UK HealthCare Experts to Be Featured in KET Lung Disease Series

2/22/2022

'Behind the Blue': Mark Evers on the Milestones and Accomplishments of the UK Markey Cancer Center

2/22/2022

Historic, Multi-Million Dollar Gift Invests in Expansion of UK Markey Cancer Center Patient Care

2/17/2022

Markey Study Examines Kentucky’s Lung Cancer Disparities

2/17/2022

Brainson Lab Developing New Treatment Approaches for Lung Cancer

2/9/2022

The Impact of Research at the UK College of Medicine

2/8/2022

‘UK at the Half’: Miss USA, UK Alum Elle Smith Thankful for Wildcat Community

2/8/2022

'Team Jared' Honors KCH Patient After Cancer Battle

2/2/2022

Miss USA Elle Smith Talks Cervical Cancer Awareness with UK Markey Cancer Center

1/31/2022

Cervical Cancer Prevention is Possible With Increased Screening and Awareness

1/18/2022

Markey Cancer Foundation Receives ACS Grant to Help Patients Overcome Access to Care Barriers

12/21/2021

How an Experimental Therapy Brought This Markey Patient Back From the Brink

12/20/2021

UK HealthCare Employee Perseveres Through Pandemic, Cancer Diagnosis to Earn Art Degree

12/16/2021

UK Board of Trustees Approves Land Purchase for New Markey Cancer Outpatient Center

12/14/2021

Opportunity Open for Appalachian Students Interested in Cancer-Focused Careers

12/9/2021

Markey’s SHE in Oncology Program Provides Valuable Experience for Future Women in Science

12/6/2021

‘UK at the Half’: Learn About the Markey STRONG Program

11/23/2021

New UK Program Will Address Rural Cancer Health Disparities

11/19/2021

Q&A: Melinda Ickes Discusses Importance of Tobacco Prevention

11/19/2021

Markey Physician, Patient Join Governor in Proclaiming Lung Cancer Awareness Month

11/18/2021

'UK at the Half': Learn About Markey's SHE in Oncology Program

11/17/2021

Markey Molecular Tumor Board Improves Patient Outcomes in Appalachian Kentucky

11/2/2021

Lung Cancer Survivor 'Explores Uncharted Waters,' Offers Hope and Help With Cancer Support Group

11/1/2021

Markey Receives ACS Grant to Remove Transportation Barriers for Patients

10/21/2021

Markey Study Shows Nutrient-Regulated Hormone Alters Stem Cell Function

10/6/2021

UK Study Shows Combination Therapy May Potentially Improve Ovarian Cancer Patient Outcomes

9/28/2021

Society of University Surgeons Honors Markey Center's Mark Evers

9/23/2021

ACTION Students Document Cancer Crisis in Appalachia in New Photography Exhibit

9/21/2021

What You Need to Know About Ovarian Cancer Screenings

9/13/2021

'Whatever It Takes' — Middlesboro Mom Shows Superheroine Strength in Cancer Battle

9/3/2021

Lt. Gov. Coleman, Female Legislators Highlight UK’s Ovarian Cancer Screening Program

9/2/2021

UK HealthCare Launches Pediatric Neuroendocrine Tumor Program

8/26/2021

Markey Makes Major Impact on National Genomics Trial

8/24/2021

New Markey Initiative Helps Affiliates Deliver Cancer Care Closer to Home

8/17/2021

UK HealthCare Increases Visitor Restrictions Due to COVID Surge

8/12/2021

UK HealthCare Ranks No. 1 in Kentucky, Cancer Care Again Ranks Nationally in U.S. News & World Report

7/27/2021

UK Study Demonstrates the Benefit of Radiosensitizers in Cancer Treatment

7/27/2021

Staying Hydrated is Important During Cancer Treatment

7/26/2021

Diagnosed With Advanced Colorectal Cancer, Young UK Researcher Fights Back

7/23/2021

Markey Cancer Center at Lexington Clinic Richmond Location Has Moved

7/23/2021

ACTION Preps Kentucky High Schoolers for Cancer Careers Even Through the Pandemic

7/23/2021

UK Study to Reveal Health Equity Impacts of Flavored Tobacco Sale Restrictions

6/22/2021

UK Study Shows Methods to Increase Cancer Screening Awareness in Disparate Populations

6/8/2021

Markey Cancer Center Encourages COVID-19 Vaccinations for Cancer Patients

5/28/2021

Magnet Status Achieved for UK HealthCare, Eastern State Hospital

5/28/2021

Drug Derived from Kentucky-Grown Plant Shows Promise for Ovarian Cancer Treatment, Study Shows

5/28/2021

Spread the Word: Oral Cancer Screenings are Critical

5/28/2021

Preventing Cancer Recurrence with Coffee? Markey Launches Unique Clinical Trial

5/28/2021

UK HealthCare Announces Plan for New Ambulatory Cancer Complex

5/28/2021

COVID-19 Devastation in India Hits Home for Many South Asian Americans at UK

5/28/2021

Meadowview Regional Medical Center Announces Collaboration with Markey, Celebrates $7.6 Million Cancer Center Expansion

5/28/2021

Markey, Other Top U.S. Cancer Centers Urge Resumption of HPV Vaccination

5/28/2021

Betty Graham:'Skin Cancer Screenings Saved My Life'

5/28/2021

Kunos Appointed Medical Director of Markey Clinical Research Office

5/28/2021

Cancer Tried, But He's Still Here

4/30/2021

1/20/2021

12/20/2019

Elizabeth Chapin

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Elizabeth Chapin is the public relations officer for the UK Markey Cancer Center. She joined the UK Public Relations and Strategic Communications office health care team in 2019. Before coming to UK, Elizabeth served as public affairs manager for the California State University Office of the Chancellor.

Elizabeth Chapin
UK Public Relations and Strategic Communications
Public Relations Officer
(859) 562-2207

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