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08/13/2024

When Dr. Kevin Roggin came to Hollings last year, he had a plan.

"One of the great challenges in our field is being able to provide timely access for cancer patients," Dr. Roggin says. "The reality is that our hospitals are busy, and clinics are full of patients. If another health care provider calls me, we often are able to expedite access for patients in a timely way. I wanted to be able to provide this high-level access to every patient in South Carolina."

And with that idea in mind, the Next-Day Access program was born.

Dr. Kevin Roggin's Next-Day Access program at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center offers rapid appointments for cancer patients, ensuring timely, expert care.

08/12/2024

The MUSC Hollings Cup Regatta returns on Sept. 7! Gather your crew and prepare for a day of sailboat racing in the Charleston Harbor. Teams of sailors will compete against the waves and weather for the fastest time - and against each other to see who can raise the most money for lifesaving cancer research at Hollings.

If you prefer relaxing on the water, sign up for a spot on our spectator boat, The Charleston Princess. Top off the day with a family-friendly after-party. Learn more: https://bit.ly/46IiUCt

08/11/2024

Sometimes you have to come to Charleston for cancer care, like when you need a surgeon who can perform a LEER procedure.

But we understand that traveling to Charleston can be logistically difficult and – well, miserable – when you're sick or dealing with side effects. That's why we're building up the Hollings Cancer Network, so that South Carolinians can get the best possible care close to home.

For Debra Morin, that meant she could get chemo much closer to her home in Horry County.

Facing a challenging journey with uterine cancer, Debra Morin made a list of five things to remember each day.

08/10/2024

Every LOWVELO rider has a reason. This is Shannon's...

08/09/2024

Congratulations to our 2024 Immunization Champion Award winner, Marvella E. Ford, Ph.D.! Immunization champions go above and beyond in their leadership, collaboration, innovation, and advocacy efforts. We are so proud to honor Dr. Ford's work! Thank you for championing our community! Read more: https://bit.ly/3OIsWes

Explore how MUSC Hollings Cancer Center is advancing cancer treatment through innovative patient care, research, prevention and education.

08/08/2024

"Every woman, every person wants to leave the operating room feeling like their surgeon got it all. And so, anything we can do to help give them that confidence that we got all of the tumor out is a win," says Dr. Andrea Abbott, medical director of the Comprehensive Breast Program at Hollings.

She's talking about the MOLLI surgical system that marks a breast tumor location.

In what is being described as a big step forward in breast cancer treatment, the MOLLI System is simplifying the removal of potentially cancerous lesions while enhancing the overall patient

08/07/2024

A "true pioneer." That's Dr. Robert Stuart, who was MUSC's first board-certified oncologist and who brought bone marrow transplants to South Carolina. Beloved by his patients, nurses and the many doctors he trained and mentored over the years, Dr. Stuart has made a lasting impact on MUSC, on Hollings and on South Carolina. So it was more than fitting that our new outpatient bone and marrow transplant clinic be named in his honor: The Robert K. Stuart, M.D. Blood and Marrow Transplant Center. Last Friday, staff, patients, donors and families gathered to cut the ribbon on this long awaited facility and celebrate Dr. Stuart.

08/06/2024

The real heroes! Let's show some love for our amazing care team members from ART7 (and all the others) who are working and keeping our patients safe during Tropical Storm Debby. You all are the best!

08/05/2024

What is transoral robotic surgery and why might you want a surgeon who's experienced with this method?

Our Dr. Alexandra Kejner talks to Bobbi Conner in this week's Health Focus about the use of transoral robotic surgery in head and neck cancer surgery.
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Doctors, medical professionals and researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina will be featured weekly in a series of radio interviews on South Carolina Public Radio called Health Focus. Award winning public broadcaster Bobbi Conner will host this series of health and medical features,...

08/05/2024

Due to the forecasted impacts of this storm, all appointments for Tuesday, Aug. 6 will be switched to virtual and/or rescheduled. Click here for the most updated info: https://bit.ly/4dbrE6H

08/05/2024

Dr. Lee Leddy talks to FOX 24 Charleston about what are and the importance of a multi-disciplinary team.

08/04/2024

Some projects just stick with you. That was the way for a Group 3 medulloblastoma research project for Dr. Jezabel Rodriguez Blanco. She started it years ago in Miami, then brought it to Charleston and kept working on it on the side.

Group 3 medulloblastoma, by the way, is the most aggressive of four subtypes of medulloblastoma, with the worst prognosis. So it wasn't just academic curiosity that kept her working on this side project, but a desire to help kids and their families affected by this awful cancer. Now, her research is pointing to a promising treatment.

08/03/2024

South Carolina recommends the HPV vaccine for all teens to protect against cancers caused by the human papillomavirus. Dr. Evan Graboyes treats people with cancers of the throat, one of the cancers caused by HPV. He recently talked to KPBS about the vaccine.

As summer ends, health experts stress the importance of the HPV vaccine for both boys and girls to prevent cancer.

08/02/2024

Guidelines on taking aspirin to reduce colon cancer risk have changed over the years. Now, a new study is drilling down to show which groups are most likely to benefit.

“We try as hard as we can to get people in a healthier state, but in some people, it’s just very difficult to lose weight or quit smoking. This could be a simple option that could help, especially for those who are at highest risk,” says Hollings director Dr. Raymond DuBois. He wasn't involved in the study but, as a colon cancer researcher, was asked to provide expert commentary.

Taking a regular aspirin may keep the oncologist away, at least when it comes to colorectal cancer, according to a new study, and people with unhealthy lifestyles seemed to see the greatest benefit.

08/02/2024

The Community Health Van is on the move! Our team was in Marion County to help families to get their kids vaccinated before the start of school.

The van offers required school vaccines as well as the recommended HPV vaccine. The HPV vaccine is for boys and girls and protects them from strains of the human papillomavirus that can cause six types of cancer later in life.

school is back in session and while you may only have pencils, folders, and composition notebooks on your mind—- the south carolina department of public health

08/01/2024

“It was rough and bumpy and scary,” says uterine cancer survivor Lakisha Mack. "But as I went through it, I went through it with them. I went through it with MUSC. I went through it with my mom, my family and, first and foremost, God.”

Diagnosed with a rare uterine cancer at only 46, Lakisha Mack turned to faith, her family and her doctors.

08/01/2024

Our Community Outreach and Engagement team was on the ground at Rep. James Clyburn's Ollie Johnson Memorial I-95 Health Fair in Santee to educate the community about cancer risk and the importance of early detection through routine screenings. Pictured are COE director Dr. Marvella Ford, Rep. Clyburn, program manager Melanie Slan and cancer disparities educator Amber McCoy.

07/29/2024

Hollings is the first in South Carolina to begin using the MOLLI surgical system.
Surgical oncologist Dr. Andrea Abbott explains how this system helps surgeons to more precisely locate a breast tumor and, in the process, spare more healthy tissue.

Officials at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center are introducing a less invasive method for removing breast cancer tumors.

07/29/2024

Hollings pulmonologist Dr. Adam Fox, who was recently awarded an American Cancer Society grant, talks to Bobbi Connor about how biomarker testing helps doctors provide targeted treatment for lung cancer.

Listen to Health Focus on your SC Public Radio station, or check out the website: https://www.southcarolinapublicradio.org/show/health-focus

Doctors, medical professionals and researchers from the Medical University of South Carolina will be featured weekly in a series of radio interviews on South Carolina Public Radio called Health Focus. Award winning public broadcaster Bobbi Conner will host this series of health and medical features,...

07/28/2024

"Everyone puts the dog p**p bag on the leash. Why don’t you put a sunscreen stick on there?" says Hollings' Dr. Andrea Abbott.

She talked to the Post and Courier about the importance of sunscreen during regular daily activities, not just when you head out to the beach.

Most people don't use sunscreen daily as they should and are missing out on cancer prevention. But another unexpected benefit is stopping wrinkles on the face.

07/27/2024

Caregiver burnout is real. MUSC's Dr. Rebecca Kilpatrick talks to Bobbi Conner on Health Focus about steps that caregivers can take to take care of themselves.
Check it out on SC Public Radio's website:

This week Bobbi Conner talks with Dr. Rebecca Kilpatrick about navigating caregiver burnout.

07/26/2024

We were honored to be included in the Congressional Glioblastoma Day Reception in D.C. Hollings director, Raymond N. Dubois, M.D., Ph.D. spoke on behalf of Hollings and NCI-designated cancer centers about the need for innovative treatments and support for glioblastoma research. Each year, about 12,000-15,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed with this disease. We’re grateful to the SC Congressional Delegation for their support of Hollings and cancer research, and to Senator Graham for championing the Glioblastoma Awareness Day Resolution.

07/26/2024

Thank you to Chris and Todd DeVore, who recently donated toiletry bags filled with goodies to MUSC’s Hollings Cancer Center in memory of their daughter, Brittani DeVore Hough, on her birthday. Brittani was diagnosed with cancer and while receiving her treatments at Hollings, she always carried her bag of toiletries. She passed away in May of 2023. Chris and Todd thought this would be a nice way to carry on Brittani’s memory – donating toiletry bags for cancer patients at Hollings during their infusion treatments. By giving back, they hope it will bring positivity and hope to those suffering from cancer.

07/25/2024

This is going to be the best LOWVELO yet - 700 riders already signed up! Today we're celebrating our Christmas in July promotion. All day long, you can get free registration and our lowest fundraising minimum ($300) for ALL routes! Register now at LOWVELO.ORG.

07/25/2024

Trying to quit va**ng?

"For people who v**e but previously smoked ci******es, it is critical that they do not return to cigarette smoking because returning to cigarette smoking would be worse," our Dr. Tracy Smith tells USA Today.

Va**ng may be safer than smoking, but it still isn't safe. Here's how medical experts suggest you go about quitting.

07/24/2024

The Sahin Lab at Hollings is focused on some of the toughest questions in breast cancer. The lab has just published a paper about its new LOX inhibitor, which shows promise in overcoming chemotherapy resistance in triple-negative breast cancer.

A new compound developed by researchers at MUSC Hollings Cancer Center shows promise in overcoming chemotherapy resistance in triple-negative breast cancer.

07/23/2024

After starting the 50-mile route, Henry Hardy never had the chance to finish. He had to drop out for reasons related to his myelodysplastic syndrome, a group of cancers that occurs when blood-forming cells in the bone marrow become abnormal.

His strength inspired his daughter, Shannon Phelps. She has never biked in an organized ride, but plans to ride 50 miles in LOWVELO24 to honor her dad and finish what he started. This is why Shannon rides.

Her dad never had the chance to finish. After starting the 50-mile route in LOWVELO23, Henry Hardy had to drop out for health reasons. His strength inspired his daughter, Shannon Phelps. She has never biked in an organized ride, but plans to ride 50 miles in LOWVELO24 to honor her dad and finish wha...

07/23/2024

Can you flush ni****ne out of your system more quickly? Our Drs. Benjamin Toll and Tracy Smith talked about this to USA Today. https://bit.ly/46eYBfQ

07/22/2024

We're thrilled to welcome Dr. Edwards to the Hollings team!

07/17/2024

Hollings Cancer Center director and executive chairman of the board at The Mark Foundation, Raymond N. Dubois, M.D., Ph.D. recently appeared on the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)'s "Believe in Progress" podcast.
Along with Dr. Ryan Schoenfeld, he talked about The Mark Foundation's mission and vision and the innovative programs they oversee to accelerate cancer research and bring innovative treatments to patients worldwide. Watch here:

"Believe in Progress" is a podcast from the AACR Foundation that seeks to spread awareness about cancer research and care.