Minnesota Cancer Clinical Trials Network

📢 Work with us! Join Masonic Cancer Center and MNCCTN Teams as the Storytelling & Engagement Specialist. Follow links below for more info + job details. 🟢 External applicants: ow.ly/uqgA50Wir15 🔵 UMN internal candidates: ow.ly/GLY950Wir14

May is Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Stay safe in the sun this month and every month with sun safety tips. When in doubt, use sunscreen, wear long sleeves and pants, and stay in the shade! #MNCCTN #sunsafety #melanoma #skincancer #UVsafety

Did you know that treatment trials have four main phases? Each phase is focused on a different research question. With each phase, more is learned about a new treatment and more participants are included. #MNCCTN #clinicaltrials #cancerresearch

April is National Minority Health Month. Racial and ethnic minority populations are underrepresented in #clinicaltrials. Diverse representation is essential for study generalizability, equitable access to clinical trial benefits, and ethics. Learn more: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/mi…

This week is #WorldImmunizationWeek. Did you know that some immunization can prevent cancer? The HPV vaccine can prevent cervical, reproductive, and oral cancers, and the Hepatitis B vaccine can prevent liver cancer! Learn more: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/na… #MNCCTN #cancerprevention

Did you know that #MNCCTN has a quarterly newsletter? This is the best place to learn what's new in cancer research, recent MNCCTN successes, Partner highlights, and more! Sign up and check out past newsletters: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/media-b… #cancerresearch #UMNProud #clinicaltrials

An important piece of deciding whether to participate in a research study is asking questions. All participants have the right to ask questions so you can fully understand the study. See the full list of questions on the #MNCCTN blog: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/qu… #cancerresearch

Celebrate the emotional support power of our companion animal friends on National Pet Day! Learn more how pets can impact cancer survivors and tips for caring for pets during your cancer journey: cancer.org/cancer/survivo… #MNCCTN #cancer #cancersurvivor #cancerresearch

Today, there are many regulations, safeguards, and protections to ensure that clinical trials are as safe as possible. Clinical trial participants have rights, and it is extremely important to protect them. Learn more: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/al… #MNCCTN #clinicaltrials #cancer

April is #TesticularCancerAwarenessMonth.There are many #testicularcancer survivors who live decades after treatment. These individuals have unique needs and experiences that we need to learn more about. This is where research comes in! Learn more: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/te… #MNCCTN

April is National Cancer Control Monthh. Take some time this month to learn more about different types of cancer, risk factors, prevention, and treatment. A good action item is to make sure you're up to date on cancer screenings! Learn more: cancer.org/cancer/screeni… #MNCCTN

The #MNCCTN COE team participates in events to raise awareness of #clinicaltrials and #cancerresearch topics and educate communities. Susannah, COE Manager, spoke to @mndailynews about this work and a recent event at the Science Museum of Minnesota: mndaily.com/292882/campus-…

Join #UMNCancer and the #MNCCTN team at Goldy Vs Cancer at the Science Museum of Minnesota tomorrow as we raise awareness of #cancerresearch and science topics! There will be fun, learning, and prizes for all ages! All activities are free to museum attendees. #cancer #UMNProud

We're pleased to announce that Douglas Yee, MD, will serve as Medical Director for #MNCCTN. With a wealth of research, leadership, and #cancer care experience at @UMNCancer, Dr. Yee will bring a new & refreshed vision to MNCCTN. cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/do… #clinicaltrials #UMNProud

February is #CancerPrevention Month! Did you know that #clinicaltrials can study ways to prevent cancer and lower one's risk of developing cancer? Learn about how prevention trials work on the #MNCCTN blog: cancer.umn.edu/mncctn/news/na… #cancer #cancerresearch #health #healthcare

Workforce Wednesday: Join @MRCTCenter and Convergence Project on Feb 25 for a virtual event focused on workforce development strategies to support a more dynamic and competitive clinical research workforce. Learn more: mrctcenter.org/tribe-events/o… #clinicalresearch #clinicaltrials

Informed consent is required before people can participate in a research study or clinical trial. This process ensures that participants fully understand what is involved in a study before enrolling, as well as changes that occur during a study #MNCCTN #TrialTermsTuesday #cancer

In Spring 2024, #MNCCTN and @UMNCancer launched the Community Advocates Program, a program to bring community voices and perspectives into #CancerResearch. 10 Advocates are participating in this cohort, and we're celebrating all their work and impact this year 🥳

According to @AmericanCancer, more Americans are surviving cancer, but the disease is striking young and middle-aged adults and women more frequently. 6/10 of the most common cancers are on the rise. Learn why and how to lower your risk: nytimes.com/2025/01/16/hea… #MNCCTN #cancer

#CervicalCancer screening is extremely important to catch cancer early. Minnesotans with early-stage cervical cancer are 35% more likely to survive five or more years after diagnosis than those with late-stage cervical cancer. Screening saves lives! #MNCCTN #cancerresearch