Robust and effective mentorship is imperative to building a successful career in academic medicine.
Racial and ethnic minorities that are underrepresented in medicine have even lower representation in leadership of NCI-designated cancer centers, a study by Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center researchers found.
This is the first installment of conversations about diversity, equity, and inclusion in recruitment and mentorship at academic cancer centers.
Pride month is upon us, and the rainbow flag is flying high. At levels that would have been unimaginable a few decades ago, corporate sponsors acknowledge and celebrate the right of LGBTQ+ individuals to live free of violence, discrimination, and oppression.
The Cancer Letter received eight 2021 Dateline Awards from the Washington, D.C. Chapter of the Society of Professional Journalists—five for journalism, and three for illustration.
Every person facing a cancer diagnosis deserves access to the best possible tests and treatments for their disease. It’s really that simple. Even better—it’s entirely feasible.
Cheryl Willman was named executive director of Mayo Clinic Cancer Programs and director of Mayo Clinic Comprehensive Cancer Center. Her transition to Mayo will occur sometime in August, officials said.
Gynecologic oncologist Sarah Temkin has observed and experienced sexism in many venues: in hospital inpatient units, in the clinic infusion site, in the emergency room, but nothing is more blatant than sexism in the operating room.
We are shocked and horrified by the recent spate of violence and hate crimes against people of Asian and Pacific Islander descent across the United States.In response to these events, The Cancer Letter is stepping up coverage of inequities and disparities—and we are seeking your help and guidance on an upcoming series of investigative stories.As a publication that actively advocates for racial justice and health equity, we condemn these attacks, which have led to deaths, severe injuries, and widespread fear in AAPI communities.
