Reposted by OHSU Knight Cancer InstituteOHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 02/10/2025October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🩷 Here are 5️⃣ facts to know about breast cancer. 121
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Reposted by OHSU Knight Cancer InstituteOHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 02/10/2025For more information surrounding #BreastCancer, including screening, signs and symptoms, who's at risk, survival rates, and clinical trials ⤵️bit.lyOHSU: Nationally Recognized Breast Cancer Care Near YouFrom second opinions to survivorship support, OHSU's breast cancer specialists guide you at every step, combining clinical excellence with whole-person care. 001
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 08/10/2026“When Doc walks in, I don’t have to explain anything. It’s a different way of showing how much you care for another being, and I really appreciate that OHSU recognizes that. He’s just a good boy. And he brings people joy.” - Patient, Angela Allen on therapy dog, Doc:news.ohsu.eduThe ‘Doc’ is in: Assistance dog provides comfort to patients with cancer‘He’s a good boy. And he brings people joy’: Partnership with Assistance Dogs Northwest expands to Knight Cancer Institute. 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 07/10/2026The 'Doc' is in 🐕 Through a partnership with Assistance Dogs Northwest, Doc comforts patients at the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute. Doc joins Casey and Darby to make a special trio of OHSU paw-fessionals dedicated to supporting patients, families, and caregivers:news.ohsu.eduThe ‘Doc' is in: Assistance dog provides comfort to patients with cancer‘He's a good boy. And he brings people joy': Partnership with Assistance Dogs Northwest expands to Knight Cancer Institute. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 02/10/2026“When we’re designing systems for healthcare, we forget that we’re designing the systems for the patient. The system designs the system for itself, and then we try to adjust it to the patient.” - Dr. Eneida Nemecek at the TIME100 Health Leadership Forum: bit.ly/4xWMbFE 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 02/10/2026Congratulations to @meganburgerphd.bsky.social on receiving a MERIT Award from the National Cancer Institute for her project, “Antigen immunodominance in regulation of anti-tumor CD8 T cell immunity and immunotherapy response.” Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/3VjURZ1 061
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 01/10/2026"I see PSI as a way to pay forward the work of the mentors I had in high school and college who were crucial to setting me on the path of becoming a scientist." - Sam King, an M.D., Ph.D. student in the Donald Conrad lab, who volunteers in the PSI program: bit.ly/4hCn6tu 020
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 01/10/2026“This is a really exciting study that is responsive to the needs of our clinical and patient partners." - Dr. Melinda Davis on receiving funding to help address barriers that prevent patients from getting cancer screenings: bit.ly/4ADQqbu 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Congratulations to Dr. Melinda Davis on receiving a multi-phase award from the National Cancer Institute to help address barriers that prevent patients across Oregon from getting cancer screenings. Learn more: bit.ly/4ADQqbu 001
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 29/09/2026High school students spent the summer stepping into biomedical research, working alongside scientists, attending lectures, and gaining hands-on laboratory experience through the OHSU Neuro-Oncology Blood-Brain Barrier Program. Learn more ➡️ bit.ly/4hCn6tu 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 28/09/2026“We screen for just five cancers, yet the ones we can't screen for cause up to 70% of cancer deaths in this country; that’s the gap this blood test helps close.” - Dr. Nima Nabavizadehnews.ohsu.eduPATHFINDER 2 findings advance multi-cancer early detection blood testingBlood test helps increase cancer detection 6.5-fold, identifies many cancers lacking routine screening options. 011
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 28/09/2026“One of the surprising findings is that antioxidants aren't always beneficial in the context of cancer.” - Dr. Robert Eil on #OHSUResearch that found tumors can evade the immune system by releasing the antioxidant protein PRDX1 (via @fox12oregon.bsky.social):kptv.comNew study shows prooxidants may help fight cancerA new study shows that some prooxidants may be necessary when battling certain tumors and cancers. We are joined by OHSU Doctor and Researcher, Rob Eil. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 26/09/2026“One of the surprising findings is that antioxidants aren't always beneficial in the context of cancer.” - Dr. Robert Eil on #OHSUResearch that found tumors can evade the immune system by releasing the antioxidant protein PRDX1 (via @fox12oregon.bsky.social):kptv.comNew study shows prooxidants may help fight cancerA new study shows that some prooxidants may be necessary when battling certain tumors and cancers. We are joined by OHSU Doctor and Researcher, Rob Eil. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Today, we announced our inaugural board of directors, uniting leaders from healthcare, Fortune 500 companies, public policy, philanthropy, research, and more to guide the organization’s next phase of growth. Learn more: bit.ly/4hqishUbit.lyNew board of directors signal ambitious momentum for OHSU Knight Cancer InstituteRead More 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 23/09/2026New findings from the PATHFINDER 2 study show that adding a multi-cancer early detection blood test to recommended #cancer screening increased the number of cancers detected by 6.5 times. news.ohsu.edu/2026/09/22/pathfinder… 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 23/09/2026“I think we’ve just scratched the surface of what we can do with these ultrasound-responsive biomaterials.” - Dr. Carolyn Schutt Ibsen, whose research focuses on developing ultrasound-responsive liposomes that encapsulate therapeutic materials like DNA. Learn more: bit.ly/4yDF6up 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 23/09/2026“Before I retire, I'd really like to be able to cure it [CML]. You know, take it from well-controlled, taking a pill a day to completely eradicate it.” - Dr. Brian Druker on #WorldCMLDay:kgw.com 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 22/09/2026"It's been the honor of my life to fight for my patients and to see Gleevec give hundreds of thousands of people their lives back.” - Dr. Brian Druker reflecting on the 25th anniversary of Gleevec's FDA approval #WorldCMLDay:news.ohsu.edu 100
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 22/09/2026In 1998, Mel Mann was told he had #CML and that he had three years to live. Fast forward to 2026 ⏩ Mel's still healthy and training for his next marathon. 🏃 On this #WorldCMLDay, listen to Mel's story (via @npr.org):npr.org 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 17/09/2026“I think we’ve just scratched the surface of what we can do with these ultrasound-responsive biomaterials.” - Dr. Carolyn Schutt Ibsen, whose research focuses on developing ultrasound-responsive liposomes that encapsulate therapeutic materials like DNA. Learn more: bit.ly/4yDF6up 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 14/09/2026“I think we’ve just scratched the surface of what we can do with these ultrasound-responsive biomaterials.” - Dr. Carolyn Schutt Ibsen, whose research focuses on developing ultrasound-responsive liposomes that encapsulate therapeutic materials like DNA. Learn more: bit.ly/4yDF6up 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 10/09/2026“What's exciting is that we've identified a target nobody was really looking for before. Discovering new targets is how future treatments begin.” - Dr. Robert Eil on identifying potential therapeutic targets in tumors that evade the immune system:news.ohsu.eduCancer cells use antioxidant protein to suppress T cells, resist immunotherapy, study findsOHSU co-author helps identify potential therapeutic target in tumors that evade the immune system. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Starting Sept. 11th, all lanes of I-5 southbound between I-405 and I-84 will be closed for up to five weeks, causing major traffic delays across the Portland area. Patients, students, visitors , and volunteers should plan extra travel time to OHSU. Learn more: bit.ly/4x3pD5m 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 07/09/2026“Every time we uncover a new way tumors suppress the immune system, we gain another opportunity to fight back. That's how better treatments are built.” - Dr. Robert Eil on new #OHSUResearch:news.ohsu.eduCancer cells use antioxidant protein to suppress T cells, resist immunotherapy, study findsOHSU co-author helps identify potential therapeutic target in tumors that evade the immune system. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 06/09/2026“What's exciting is that we've identified a target nobody was really looking for before. Discovering new targets is how future treatments begin.” - Dr. Robert Eil on identifying potential therapeutic targets in tumors that evade the immune system:news.ohsu.eduCancer cells use antioxidant protein to suppress T cells, resist immunotherapy, study findsOHSU co-author helps identify potential therapeutic target in tumors that evade the immune system. 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 05/09/2026Starting Sept. 11th, all lanes of I-5 southbound between I-405 and I-84 will be closed for up to five weeks, causing major traffic delays across the Portland area. Patients, students, visitors , and volunteers should plan extra travel time to OHSU. Learn more: bit.ly/4x3pD5m 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 04/09/2026Starting Sept. 11th, all lanes of I-5 southbound between I-405 and I-84 will be closed for up to five weeks, causing major traffic delays across the Portland area. Patients, students, visitors , and volunteers should plan extra travel time to OHSU. Learn more: bit.ly/4x3pD5m 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 03/09/2026“Every time we uncover a new way tumors suppress the immune system, we gain another opportunity to fight back. That's how better treatments are built.” - Dr. Robert Eil on new #OHSUResearch:news.ohsu.eduCancer cells use antioxidant protein to suppress T cells, resist immunotherapy, study findsOHSU co-author helps identify potential therapeutic target in tumors that evade the immune system. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Nationally, Dr. McWeeney (@wondermixtape.bsky.social) plays a central role in large-scale data and AI consortia, helping to define standards for trustworthy and reusable health data. Learn more:news.ohsu.eduAccolades: Awards, honors and appointments AugustCongratulations to the OHSU ECMO team, OHSU Women’s Health Research Unit, OHSU Liver Transplant Program, John Ng, Daniel Kim, Shannon McWeeney, Neha Patel, Kyle P. Johnson, Mitchell V. Brinks, Barbara... 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 25/08/2026Congratulations to Dr. Shannon McWeeney on earning the Walter and Clora Brownfield Endowed Professorship in Cancer Research! As Chief Data Officer, Dr. McWeeney develops rigorous computational methods that support precision decision-making at the point of care for cancer patients. 121
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 21/08/2026A big thank you to the Charbonneau Golf Club members for volunteering again this year. We truly appreciate your support! ⛳️ More from this year's event: bit.ly/4x0TMTf 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 21/08/2026"We’re honored to celebrate this moment with a community that came together for such an important cause, to make an impact for the Knight Cancer Institute and its vital work," said Marv Engleman, VP of Sales and event chair. "What a day of great golf, amazing people, and an even greater purpose!" 100
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 21/08/2026Golfing for a purpose 🏌️ Thank you to everyone who took part in this year's Rexel’s NW Region - Platt Golf Challenge. With the support of the Rexel Foundation, this year's event raised $280,074 for the OHSU Knight Cancer Institute! 100
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 18/08/2026"We have to take care of each other. There are places that your friends and family can't see, and if you notice a spot that's changing on someone that looks abnormal, say something and encourage them to get it checked." - Dr. Elizabeth Berry on promoting #Melanoma early detection (via KATU News):katu.com 001
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 14/08/2026This fight (still) is and always will be personal. Together, let's #GiveCancerHell 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 14/08/2026"This gift has been more than a donation; it’s been an opportunity to fundamentally redesign how cancer is diagnosed, treated, and experienced by patients." - Dr. Brian Druker on the first anniversary of Phil and Penny Knight's record-breaking $2 billion gift 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 12/08/2026Rearing to go 💙 The 2026 Colon Cancer Coalition Get Your Rear in Gear 5K brought together over 400 registered walkers and countless volunteers. We are happy to announce that the event raised over $31,000 to educate the public about early detection and screening and fund #ColonCancer research. 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 11/08/2026“An ideal [CRC] screening program would be risk-based. We would reserve the most invasive, highest-risk procedures, which would be colonoscopies, for the highest-risk individuals.” - Dr. David Lieberman on #ColonCancer screening (via @gohealio.bsky.social):healio.com‘No one solution': Noninvasive testing, AI, risk scores poised to refine CRC screeningUpdated American Cancer Society guidance is reshaping colorectal cancer screening, expanding testing options and raising questions about where noninvasive tests, AI and risk-based screening fit alongside established approaches.In its recently revised sc... 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 09/08/2026“Blood-based tests — which can detect circulating free DNA associated with colon cancer — are potentially the holy grail of colon cancer screening.” - Dr. David Lieberman on #ColonCancer screening (via @gohealio.bsky.social):healio.com‘No one solution': Noninvasive testing, AI, risk scores poised to refine CRC screeningUpdated American Cancer Society guidance is reshaping colorectal cancer screening, expanding testing options and raising questions about where noninvasive tests, AI and risk-based screening fit alongside established approaches.In its recently revised sc... 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 07/08/2026“An ideal [CRC] screening program would be risk-based. We would reserve the most invasive, highest-risk procedures, which would be colonoscopies, for the highest-risk individuals.” - Dr. David Lieberman on #ColonCancer screening (via @gohealio.bsky.social):healio.com‘No one solution': Noninvasive testing, AI, risk scores poised to refine CRC screeningUpdated American Cancer Society guidance is reshaping colorectal cancer screening, expanding testing options and raising questions about where noninvasive tests, AI and risk-based screening fit alongside established approaches.In its recently revised sc... 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 05/08/2026“Blood-based tests — which can detect circulating free DNA associated with colon cancer — are potentially the holy grail of colon cancer screening.” - Dr. David Lieberman on #ColonCancer screening (via @gohealio.bsky.social):healio.com‘No one solution': Noninvasive testing, AI, risk scores poised to refine CRC screeningUpdated American Cancer Society guidance is reshaping colorectal cancer screening, expanding testing options and raising questions about where noninvasive tests, AI and risk-based screening fit alongside established approaches.In its recently revised sc... 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 05/08/2026“The dedication of our care teams and our innovative, research-driven cancer treatments are transforming the cancer care experience for patients and their families.” - Dr. Brian Druker on @usnews.com ranking the Knight Cancer Institute among the best in the country: bit.ly/4yXtfs2 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 04/08/2026Top-rated cancer care in the PNW 🌲 @usnews.com ranks the Knight Cancer Institute among the best in the country. “Today’s recognition reflects the dedication of our people to achieve OHSU’s mission to improve the health and well-being of people.” - Dr. Shereef Elnahal: bit.ly/4yXtfs2 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 03/08/2026Join us for this year's Colon Cancer Coalition "Get Your Rear in Gear" 5K! Your participation helps increase #ColorectalCancer screenings, awareness programming, and support for patients in the community. 🗓️ Aug. 8 ⌚️ 8 AM 📍Tualatin Community Park Register: bit.ly/4wdbvXO 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 31/07/2026"We have to take care of each other. There are places that your friends and family can't see, and if you notice a spot that's changing on someone that looks abnormal, say something and encourage them to get it checked." - Dr. Elizabeth Berry on promoting #Melanoma early detection (via KATU News):katu.comOregon’s melanoma rate tops the U.S. average: how to protect yourself in the summer sunOregon’s melanoma rate tops the US average, OHSU’s Dr. Elizabeth Berry says, with sunny summer sunburns a key factor. 010
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 29/07/2026“It’s a way of delivering radiation immediately after surgery and increases the effectiveness of surgeries to remove these tumors in many cases.” - Dr. Stephen Bowden on improving outcomes for patients with brain tumors by implanting GammaTile:news.ohsu.eduOHSU is first in Oregon to implant device in brain to treat tumorTargeted radiation therapy aims to improve survival, prevent tumor recurrence. 111
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 29/07/2026"We have to take care of each other. There are places that your friends and family can't see, and if you notice a spot that's changing on someone that looks abnormal, say something and encourage them to get it checked." - Dr. Elizabeth Berry on promoting #Melanoma early detection (via KATU News):katu.comOregon’s melanoma rate tops the U.S. average: how to protect yourself in the summer sunOregon’s melanoma rate tops the US average, OHSU’s Dr. Elizabeth Berry says, with sunny summer sunburns a key factor. 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 27/07/2026Join us for this year's Colon Cancer Coalition "Get Your Rear in Gear" 5K! Your participation helps increase #ColorectalCancer screenings, awareness programming, and support for patients in the community. 🗓️ Aug. 8 ⌚️ 8 AM 📍Tualatin Community Park Register: bit.ly/4wdbvXO 000
OHSU Knight Cancer Institute @ohsuknight.bsky.social · 27/07/2026A team at OHSU became the first in Oregon to implant a new type of radioactive tile to improve outcomes for patients with brain tumors. GammaTile is a biodegradable collagen implant that encases a concentrated dose of radiation in the tissue directly surrounding the area after tumor removal:news.ohsu.eduOHSU is first in Oregon to implant device in brain to treat tumorTargeted radiation therapy aims to improve survival, prevent tumor recurrence. 011