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The UNMCCC recently completed a successful Quality Oncology Practice Initiative (QOPI) survey from American Society of Clinical Oncology. We'd like to congratulate everyone on staff who contributed. Learn more about the QOPI program here: bit.ly/4uGkRuD

We'd like to thank the Rogers family and everyone who helped organize or participated in last year's Polly's Run. The event raised more than $75,000 for pancreatic cancer research. The 2026 event takes place in June. Registration is already open. pollysrun.com

Colorectal cancer often develops without symptoms in early stages. That’s why screening is so important. Detecting polyps early can prevent cancer before it starts. Find out more from our experts: bit.ly/4rkc0vT Watch the referenced webinar: youtu.be/v4bt_PZq6SU

Congratulations to the Patient Family Support Services team on recent grant awards from the American Cancer Society. The grants total $80,000 -- a $40,000 grant for transportation assistance and another $40,000 grant for lodging. Learn more: bit.ly/4iyJZND

March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. The UNMCCC offers free educational webinars covering colorectal cancer prevention and screenings with experts across our community. Find them all here: bit.ly/4rkc0vT Watch a webinar on screening: youtu.be/ArSC-cbCFnM

Registration is open for the 2026 Pollly’s Run, a race to benefit pancreatic cancer research at the UNMCCC The event includes a 5K run/walk and a Kids 1K Go to pollysrun.com for more information and to register for the event.

Tomorrow in Taos: We're partnering with the American Academy of Dermatology to bring skin cancer screening events to locations throughout New Mexico. The first two of this year will take place Saturday, March 7, in Taos. Check out the attached flyer for more information

As seen at the Lobos Slam Cancer game. Remember to get screened. Early detection saves lives!

Cancer survivors were recognized during tonight's Lobo Men's Basketball game. We're honored to serve New Mexico and grateful to be a part of the game. Remember: Early detection saves lives! Schedule your screening.

Tomorrow is the final Lobos Slam Cancer game this year. The UNM men take on Colorado State at 8 p.m. in the Pit. It's a a chance for us to honor cancer patients and survivors and stress the importance of screening. Lean about our care teams: bit.ly/4aaiGaQ

Watch Director and CEO Yolanda Sanchez, PhD, on The Cancer Letter Podcast, talk about how to build the next generation of scientists. youtu.be/0T1E5vDt_U4?si…

We're partnering with the American Academy of Dermatology are partnering to bring skin cancer screening events to locations throughout New Mexico. The first two of this year will take place Saturday, March 7, in Taos. Check out the attached flyer for more information

We're hosting a cooking demonstration for patients undergoing cancer treatment and their caregivers at 11 a.m., Tuesday, March 3. You'll have a chance to sample the dish and get a recipe. Registration is required. Email Ernestine at etrujillo@salud.unm.edu.

Wednesday marks the second Lobos Slam Cancer game this year. The UNM men take on Colorado State at 8 p.m. in the Pit. It's a a chance for us to honor cancer patients and survivors and stress the importance of screening. Lean about our care teams: bit.ly/4aaiGaQ

There are a few days left in this year's Rudy's Pink Cup for a Cause. You still have time to get a spcial cup, donate $1 and get a free drink on your next visit to Participating New Mexico Rudy's. Proceeds go to UNMCCC. Rudys.com/pinkhas more information.

Congratulations to Carolyn Muller, MD, FACOG, who was a featured presenter at an NRG Boot Camp session during NRG Oncology’s Winter Session last month.

Congratulations to Chrisopher Amos, PhD, and team on their manuscript by the NCI’s Epidemiology and Genomics Research Program, to be included in its Research Highlights for 2025. bit.ly/3OMbj0I

There are 10 days left in this year's Rudy's Pink Cup for a Cause. You still have time to get a spcial cup, donate $1 and get a free drink on your next visit to Participating New Mexico Rudy's. Proceeds go to UNMCCC. Rudys.com/pinkhas more information.

Tomorrow we are hosting a short sound therapy session for patients and caregivers from 11 to 11:40 a.m. Follow this link for more information: bit.ly/3ZEeYAb

Are you a people person? The UNMCCC is hiring a general services assistant. Find out more here: bit.ly/4kEkJaC