University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center

11/21/2025

Smoking can inhibit cancer treatment.
UNMCCC patients can choose to join our smoking cessation program and receive guidance and support to quit smoking. The program adapts to each patient's needs and can incorporate lifestyle changes, patches or medication.

11/20/2025

The Third Thursday in November is typically the Great American Smoke Out, but the American Cancer Society has resources to help you quit any day of the year:
https://bit.ly/4pfIWFc

11/19/2025

UNMCCC Cancer Genetic Counselor Lisa Mohler will be a part of a webinar at 11 a.m., Wednesday, hosted by the Mexican Consulate. Go to on Facebook to tune in.

11/18/2025

The UNMCCC hosts a nutrition class specifically for cancer patients who are preparing for surgery. These classes take place on the first and third Wednesdays of each month. The next one is tomorrow.

11/18/2025

11/18/2025

🦃💉 Get ready for Vacuna por Pavo! 🎉
This year’s event will take place at the parking lot of the Mexican Consulate
📍 1610 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Join us for a fun and immunization-filled day — protect your health and enjoy community spirit! 💪❤️
Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more updates! 🗓️✨

🦃💉 ¡Prepárate para Vacu
Este año el evento se llevará a cabo en el estacionamiento del Consulado de México
📍 1610 4th St NW, Albuquerque, NM 87102
Únete a nosotros para un día lleno de diversión y vacunaciones — ¡cuida tu salud y disfruta en comunidad! 💪❤️
Marca la fecha y mantente atento a más detalles. 🗓️✨

11/14/2025

Thank you, Rio Grande Credit Union for all of your support.

💛 Together, we made a difference! 💛

RGCU proudly presented a $2,820.15 check to support the University of New Mexico Comprehensive Cancer Center, and we couldn’t be more grateful for the incredible community behind this effort.

This donation represents more than a number — it reflects every teammate who participated, every supporter who contributed, and every moment spent uniting for a powerful cause. 💪🎗️

Every dollar helps fuel groundbreaking cancer research, expand patient support, and move us one step closer to a cancer-free future. We’re honored to stand alongside UNM in their mission and to continue showing up for our community with heart.

Thank you to everyone who donated, walked, volunteered, and cheered us on. Your generosity truly makes an impact! 🙌🐺💛

11/14/2025

November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. Know the risk factors for lung cancer. You can learn more about our Lung Cancers Team here:
https://unmhealth.org/cancer/teams/lung.html

11/13/2025

Congratulations to Charles Foucar, MD, and Ala Ebaid, MD, for contributing to the article “Lineage Switch of Adult B-Cell Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia to Acute Myeloid Leukaemia Following B-Cell-Directed Therapy.”
https://bit.ly/4pd5x5q

11/13/2025

Congratulations and thank you to Sabrina Samudio-Ruiz, PhD.
Her annual Party in Pink Zumba fundraiser at Sabrina's Z CREW Fitness raised $2,350 for breast cancer research at UNM Cancer Center.

11/08/2025

Congratulations to Alan Tomkinson, PhD, Shuguang Leng, MBBS, PhD and Tae-Hyung Kim, PhD, MS, on receiving 2025 UNMHSC Excellence in Research Awards.
Recipients are nominated by their peers.
Read more:
https://bit.ly/47uwziF

11/08/2025

Help shape the future of cancer treatment! Our Clinical Research Office is looking for a research nurse coordinator.
https://bit.ly/4qPulC4