#cancer in hawaii

UH Releases ‘Cancer at a Glance’ Data

Annually, an average of 7,010 Hawaiʻi residents are newly diagnosed with invasive cancer and 2,347 individuals die of cancer. There are more than 62,000 cancer survivors in the state.

Cancer Clinical Trial Participants Honored

The University of Hawai‘i Cancer Center hosted its 4th annual Helping Enhance Research in Oncology (HERO) appreciation event.

Pink Out Color Fun Run/Walk & Beautiful Bra Contest

The first annual “Pink Out 5K Color Fun Run/Walk” presented by the American Cancer Society and KBIG-FM, happens on Saturday, Oct. 13, 2018.

Support Group for Cancer Patients and Families

North Hawai‘i Community Hospital’s offers a monthly support group for cancer patients from throughout Hawai‘i Island, as well as their families and caregivers.

Hawai‘i State Cancer Plan Unveiled for 2016-2020

The plan is a vision and action document designed to reduce the burden of cancer in the state.