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Lung Cancer Awareness Month

A simple test can find lung cancer at an early, treatable stage.

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MUSC Hollings Cancer Center

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At the forefront of cancer research, MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is one of 72 National Cancer Institute-designated cancer centers in the nation and the only one in South Carolina. This research is the driving force behind delivering medical advances to patients and their families, enabling us to educate health care professionals and the public and to establish outreach services for underserved populations across the state.

The Hollings difference

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Our cutting-edge research translates into new and better treatments that help patients, including advanced surgical techniques and innovative clinical trials. MUSC Health University Medical Center is ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a high performing hospital for cancer care and has been awarded with Magnet Recognition®, an acknowledgment of quality patient care, nursing excellence, and innovations in professional nursing practice.

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Research drives cures

Our researchers, scientists, and clinicians collaborate to make innovative discoveries that advance cancer care forward.

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Called to Cancer Care

After twice surviving cancer, an internal medicine resident feels called to oncology.

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Breast Cancer

Larissa Shannon didn't want to tell people about her breast cancer - she knew she couldn't handle the 'puppy dog eyes' from her students.

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Riding for Science

Admittedly a few years late for her first mammogram, Kristie Rasheed was shocked by a breast cancer diagnosis. Now she encourages others to get screened.

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Harnessing AI

An artificial intelligence initiative underway at Hollings seeks to provide oncologists with insights into customized treatment options for individual patients.
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Why I Ride

Diagnosed with breast cancer at only 27, Kelsey Harrison is now raising money to go toward cancer research.

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Modeling Ovarian Cancer

Models help scientists understand how cancer develops - but researchers haven't had one for most ovarian cancers.

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Cannabis and Cancer

Cancer patients who smoke cigarettes are more likely than nonsmokers to use cannabis, researchers find.

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Breast Cancer

Allison Hopkins Prey was overwhelmed by the support she received during breast cancer treatment – and happy to now say, two years later, it feels so long ago.

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Skin Cancer Clinic

Dermatologist Graciela De Jesus, M.D., works with Hollings Hereditary Cancer Clinic patients at risk of melanoma and skin cancer.

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Why Choose Hollings

From cutting edge treatments and innovative clinical trials to leading experts and specialists in complex cancer cases, Hollings offers cancer treatment and care that can't be found anywhere else in South Carolina.

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“ Knowing you have cancer isn't as scary as having cancer but not knowing about it because you won't get screened. ”

Aleasa Barry, breast cancer survivor

Aleasa's story
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“ One in three rectal cancers are in people under the age of 55. Whether you choose colonoscopy or stool-based testing, colorectal cancer screening should start at age 45 for most people. ”

Dr. Thomas Curran, colorectal cancer surgeon

Screening guidelines
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“ Every year, HPV causes more than 30,000 cases of cancer in both men and women across the country. With the HPV vaccine, over 90% of those cases can be prevented. ”

Dr. Marvella Ford, associate director of population science and community outreach and engagement

HPV vaccination
Dr. Marvella Ford
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Finding tomorrow's cures

Clinical trials explore new ways to prevent and treat cancer. Participating in a study can give you access to treatments that might not be available elsewhere.

The Seltzers

Cancer Survivorship

Taking a holistic approach to care, Hollings is here to help you adapt to changes that occur both during and after cancer treatment.
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Prevention & Screenings

Learn about the factors that may increase your risk for developing cancer and active steps you can take to lower that risk.
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Community Outreach

Hollings aims to reduce the state’s cancer burden through quality care, research, education, and targeted prevention programs.

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Check out our upcoming community, development, and research events.

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