New Science Spotlight Articles

Every month, Fred Hutch postdoc writer/editors summarize two papers from each of our scientific divisions to stimulate collaborations across campus
4 NEW June 30, 2026
Meet patient navigator team lead Veronica Dalton

Meet patient navigator team lead Veronica Dalton

Dalton brings compassion and connection to patient care
Blog PostsJune 29, 2026
Rare cancer diagnosis leads Oregon man to leading-edge care at Fred Hutch

Rare cancer diagnosis leads Oregon man to leading-edge care at Fred Hutch

After facial paralysis revealed an uncommon form of skin cancer, Bob Duncan turned to proton therapy and a clinical trial
Blog PostsJune 29, 2026
Had radiation? Protect your skin from the sun!

Had radiation? Protect your skin from the sun!

Skin that has been exposed to radiation therapy can be more sensitive to the sun’s UV rays
Blog PostsJune 18, 2026
Women’s Wellness Clinic at Fred Hutch offers patients specialized support

Women’s Wellness Clinic at Fred Hutch offers patients specialized support

Breast cancer patients, including those seen only at the proton therapy facility, can take advantage of the long-term follow-up care offered
Blog PostsJune 01, 2026
Seattle architect was shocked when diagnosed with a rare lung cancer at 31

Seattle architect was shocked when diagnosed with a rare lung cancer at 31

A second opinion and proton therapy were key to eradicating a neuroendocrine tumor
Blog PostsJune 01, 2026
Meet Oliver Au Yong, RTT, the newest proton therapy radiation therapist

Meet Oliver Au Yong, RTT, the newest proton therapy radiation therapist

Local UW grad enjoys the connection to cancer patients and learning from his team
Blog PostsJune 01, 2026
Fertility and other considerations when treating cancer in adolescents and young adults

Fertility and other considerations when treating cancer in adolescents and young adults

When young people are diagnosed with cancer, proton therapy helps preserve what matters
Blog PostsMay 18, 2026
What inspires radiation oncologist Dr. Katarina Nguyen? People, science and music

What inspires radiation oncologist Dr. Katarina Nguyen? People, science and music

Playing the zither created opportunities to empower the next generation of women
Blog PostsMay 05, 2026
A slow-growing brain tumor changed the life of a Seattle artist

A slow-growing brain tumor changed the life of a Seattle artist

After surgery and proton therapy to treat a non-cancerous meningioma, Liz Rudisill learned a powerful lesson about priorities
Blog PostsApril 30, 2026
Young mother’s Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis felt ‘devastating’

Young mother’s Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis felt ‘devastating’

Treatment at Fred Hutch, including proton therapy, helped her continue a fulfilling family life
Blog PostsFebruary 26, 2026
The Beam: Lung and breast cancer screening and prevention; heart health nutrition advice; meet a new child life specialist

The Beam: Lung and breast cancer screening and prevention; heart health nutrition advice; meet a new child life specialist

What are some cancer prevention steps you can take? Tips on heart-healthy nutrition after treatment; meet Katy Tenhulzen, CCLS
Blog PostsJanuary 30, 2026
10 years after proton therapy, an esophageal cancer patient is thriving

10 years after proton therapy, an esophageal cancer patient is thriving

How monitoring his health due to a family history of cancer led a patient to proton therapy and a ‘fantastic’ care team
Blog PostsJanuary 30, 2026
Six years after a spot was discovered in his eye, a Lacey man had proton therapy to eradicate ocular melanoma

Six years after a spot was discovered in his eye, a Lacey man had proton therapy to eradicate ocular melanoma

Proton therapy is a top treatment choice due to its precise targeting of the tumor in a small area
Blog PostsDecember 19, 2025
The Beam: Proton therapy clinical trials; prevention and treatment of ocular melanoma; beating the winter blues

The Beam: Proton therapy clinical trials; prevention and treatment of ocular melanoma; beating the winter blues

Clinical trials are critical to advancing treatment for cancer patients; learn about risk factors for ocular melanoma; tips on keeping winter mood swings at bay
Blog PostsDecember 19, 2025
The Beam: New radiation tech coming to the proton therapy facility; thoughtful gifts for cancer patients; meet a new radiation oncologist

The Beam: New radiation tech coming to the proton therapy facility; thoughtful gifts for cancer patients; meet a new radiation oncologist

The proton therapy facility is installing a state-of-the-art lineal accelerator; past patients share gift ideas; meet Dr. Jim Leng
Blog PostsNovember 26, 2025
The Beam: New lung cancer research, meals while away from home, meet our new head-and-neck cancer expert

The Beam: New lung cancer research, meals while away from home, meet our new head-and-neck cancer expert

Fred Hutch expert weighs in on recent ASTRO conference, nutrition and cooking tips, meet Dr. Paul Riviere
Blog PostsNovember 03, 2025
The Beam: Understanding liver, gastrointestinal and breast cancer treatments at Fred Hutch – Proton Therapy

The Beam: Understanding liver, gastrointestinal and breast cancer treatments at Fred Hutch – Proton Therapy

Drs. Smith Apisarnthanarax and Kylie Kang talk about the latest updates in these cancers and explain the importance of proton therapy when treating these areas
Blog PostsSeptember 29, 2025
Following a surprising cancer diagnosis, a mother of two turned to experts at UW Medicine and Fred Hutch for care and proton therapy

Following a surprising cancer diagnosis, a mother of two turned to experts at UW Medicine and Fred Hutch for care and proton therapy

She researched the pros and cons of protons and ultimately decided the therapy made the most sense.
Blog PostsAugust 19, 2025