The University of Wisconsin Paul P. Carbone Comprehensive Cancer Center name has changed slightly to the UW Carbone Cancer Center. The shortened name reflects our commitment to the core elements of who we are.

At our heart, we are dedicated to preventing and treating cancer, whether it is working with friends like Andy North to raise funds for cancer research, or helping educate patients on the importance of second opinions.

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Andy North and Friends Benefit Raises Funds for Cancer Research   Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (pictured right) joined two-time U.S. Open champion Andy North and golf legend Tom Watson to raise funds for the UW Carbone Cancer Center.   The inaugural Andy North and Friends event raised $300,000 to benefit cancer research. Read more    View a slideshow of the weekend event on Flickr

 

  

Compound in Red Wine May Treat Cancer   Resveratrol, that intriguing substance that seems to make red wine heart-healthy, is being proposed for clinical trials later this year against neuroblastoma, a type of cancer that affects infants and young children. Read more

 

A Note From Your Doctor: Second Opinions   Noelle LoConte, MD answers the question that so many cancer patients struggle with: should I get a second opinion about my cancer treatment? See what she has to say in this month's A Note From Your Doctor. Read more

Clinic Provides Support for Childhood Cancer Survivors   With the increasing number of childhood survivors, a critical need is emerging to help those patients with long-term issues that can develop. That's where the Caring for Life Clinic at American Family Children's Hospital comes into the picture. Read more