Moffitt Cancer Center

09/10/2025

In the past, women living with HIV often had worse outcomes after a cervical cancer diagnosis. But new research shows that staying on modern HIV therapy can help women achieve survival rates similar to the general population.

Study highlights importance of treatment adherence and collaboration between cancer and HIV specialists

09/09/2025

As a 30-year-old mom of two, Amy Maxson was diagnosed with adenoid cystic carcinoma in her trachea in 2023. With the support of her Moffitt team, family and friends, she is now looking forward to walking the 5K at this year’s Miles for Moffitt. 💙

Read her story of resilience and hope: https://bit.ly/3HTkDge

09/08/2025

We are thrilled to celebrate our 10,000th blood and marrow transplant patient!

This milestone reflects decades of perseverance. Thank you to our patients, families, caregivers and team members who have been a part of this journey.

From our first transplant in 1989, Moffitt’s Bone Marrow Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy program has grown to be among the busiest in the nation, performing more than 400 transplants each year.

Outcomes consistently exceed the national average, thanks to innovation, clinical trials and a highly coordinated team.

Together, we are building a legacy of healing. 💙

Read more: https://bit.ly/47uDadi

09/07/2025

Time to fire the cannons! 🏴‍☠️ As proud partners, we are excited to wish the Tampa Bay Buccaneers a great season!

09/06/2025

Moffitt expert shares why relationships remain at the heart of cancer care even in a digital age.

Moffitt's Dr. David Buxton shares why relationships remain at the heart of cancer care in a digital age

09/06/2025

Did you know not all gynecologic cancers have reliable screening tests? That’s why staying on top of your regular checkups and paying attention to symptoms is so important.

Learn more about cervical, endometrial and ovarian cancer screenings: https://bit.ly/4p9vlzX

09/05/2025

Join us in celebrating a major milestone, our 10,000th blood and marrow transplant patient! 💙

From our first transplant in 1989 to becoming the largest program in the Southeast, Moffitt’s Blood and Marrow Transplant and Cellular Immunotherapy team has built a legacy of healing.

This milestone reflects our unrelenting mission to prevent and cure cancer.

09/05/2025

Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers men face, second only to skin cancer.

Most often, it causes no early symptoms, which is why screening matters. Symptoms that can appear include:

• Burning with urination
• Blood in the urine
• Bone pain if the cancer is more advanced

📢 Men over 40: Ask your doctor about a PSA blood test and whether you should continue regular screenings.

Learn more about prostate cancer: https://bit.ly/3JXzWoL

09/05/2025

Spreading love, one blanket at a time. 💙 Students from Wellspring Homeschool brought warmth and comfort to our patients at South Shore.

09/04/2025

At just 16 years old, Kevin Rizzo was diagnosed with melanoma after a routine haircut revealed a suspicious mole.

Walking into Moffitt as the only teenager in the waiting room was intimidating, but thanks to Vernon Sondak, MD, nurse Sarah Farmer and the entire cutaneous oncology team, Kevin says he felt like family from the very beginning. 💙

Now 25, Kevin is healthier than ever and pursuing his passion for acting, writing and filmmaking while returning to Moffitt each year for checkups with the team that helped him overcome cancer.

Read Kevin’s story of resilience, groundbreaking treatment and hope: https://bit.ly/4mztkeJ

09/03/2025

Over the Labor Day weekend, celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay had a message for his followers on social media. Wear sunscreen!

The celebrity chef encourages people to protect themselves with sunscreen

09/03/2025

Alison R. Walker, MD, didn’t start her career in medicine with oncology in mind. After beginning as a pharmacist, she pivoted to medicine to have deeper connections with patients. Today, she’s helping patients with blood cancers while mentoring the next generation of oncology leaders.

Read more about Dr. Walker’s journey and why she believes it’s never too late to follow your true passion: https://bit.ly/4nXSepo