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Pancreatic cancer is the fifth leading cancer killer in the country, with nearly 44,000 new cases expected in 2011 and more than 37,600 deaths. The death of Steve Jobs, who suffered from a form of pancreatic cancer, has brought increased attention to the disease in recent weeks. The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is making experts available to discuss the risk factors surrounding this disease, as well as treatment and prevention options, during this National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

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As Memorial Day Weekend and the unofficial start to the summer beach season fast approach, New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risks of developing skin cancer and what steps can be taken to prevent it.

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April marks National Cancer Control Awareness Month, which focuses on the importance of prevention, treatment, and research. Making significant contributions is New Jersey’s only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center, especially in the research areas of immunotherapy, biomedical informatics and cancer survivorship.

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New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available during National Minority Cancer Awareness Week (April 17th to 23rd) to discuss risk factors, treatment and prevention options for the various types of cancers that are more prevalent in ethnic and racial minority groups.

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New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center joins communities and schools in celebrating the contributions of their libraries and librarians during this year’s National Library Week (April 10 – 16). The Cancer Institute of New Jersey houses its own library known as The Resource and Learning Center, which provides a source of comfort and information for many patients and family members unfamiliar with the many aspects of cancer.

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As youth across the nation prepare for the annual “Kick Butts Day” to speak out against “Big Tobacco,” experts from New Jersey’s only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center are available for comment on cessation efforts, the development of lung cancer and other related effects of smoking.

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March is National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss risk factors, treatment and prevention options surrounding the disease.

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Pancreatic cancer is the fourth leading cancer killer in the country, with nearly 43,100 new cases expected in 2010 and more than 36,800 deaths by year’s end. New Jersey’s only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risk factors surrounding pancreatic cancer, as well as treatment and prevention options, during this National Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month.

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More than 157,300 lung cancer deaths are expected this year, accounting for 28 percent of all cancer deaths nationally. New Jersey’s only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risk factors surrounding the disease, as well as treatment and prevention options, during this National Lung Cancer Awareness Month.

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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and New Jersey's only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the latest in research, treatment and prevention options related to the disease.

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Prostate cancer is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men other than skin cancer, and the second leading cause of cancer death in males. That is why New Jersey's only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risks, treatments and prevention options surrounding prostate cancer during September, which is National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month.

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Instead of another tie or garden tool, a more meaningful gift for Dad this Father’s Day is good prostate health. Experts at New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center say one way to promote that is to encourage Dad to get checked for prostate cancer, whether through his doctor or through a community screening.

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As Memorial Day Weekend and the start of summer beach season fast approach, New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risks of developing skin cancer and what steps can be taken to prevent it.

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While the reasons for the unequal cancer burden among different minority groups may not be fully known, factors are believed to include inferior health insurance and greater poverty than the general population, which could result in delayed doctor visits and diagnosis in disease. Experts from New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center are available for comment on risk factors, treatment and prevention options for the various types of cancer that are more prevalent in these groups.

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New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center is joining communities, schools and other institutions across the nation in celebrating the contributions of their libraries and librarians during this year’s National Library Week (April 11 – 17). The unique library at The Cancer Institute of New Jersey is known as the Resource and Learning Center and provides valuable educational resources to both cancer patients and the public.

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October marks National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and investigators at New Jersey’s only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center are engaging in unique research examining DNA to find out why some women develop breast cancer earlier than others. Experts can discuss that topic and other areas including the latest in radiation treatment, the unique needs of young women with breast cancer, and the benefits of breast self exams.

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The various forms of gynecologic cancer will result in more than 80,000 new cases nationwide this year. Experts from New Jersey's only NCI-Comprehensive Cancer Center are available to discuss the latest in research, treatment and prevention surrounding this group of diseases.

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Prostate cancer will strike one in six men and it is the most frequently diagnosed cancer in men. Experts at New Jersey’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center can discuss the latest in prostate cancer prevention, treatment and research, including the importance of being screened early and the benefits of robotic surgery.

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While rare, pediatric cancer is the leading cause of death by disease in children younger than 15, and it is a population that has very unique needs. Experts at New Jersey’s only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center can discuss those needs, including classroom education and concerns about late effects.

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More than one million people across the United States are currently affected by skin cancer. As the unofficial arrival of summer fast approaches, New Jersey's only NCI-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center is making experts available to discuss the risks for skin cancer and prevention tips.