Cancer Answers

Welcome to "CANCER ANSWERS," our podcast series highlighting cutting-edge research and compelling human stories from the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center. Listen to in-depth conversations with world-class UH Cancer Center researchers making significant discoveries, and tales from the heart by notable cancer survivors and patients. Hosted by Haider Rifaat, each episode brings you insights into the forefront of cancer research and the lives of those touched by cancer.

Season 2

Talk Story with Dr. Naoto Ueno, UH Cancer Director and Cancer Survivor

Talk Story with Childhood Cancer Survivor, Mari Galiher

Talk Story with Leimomi Golis, Cancer Survivor and Caregiver

Season 1

Episode 10 - Participation of Children in Cancer Clinical Trials
Guest: Stephanie Si Lim, MD, Core Clinical Member, Translational and Clinical Research, UH Cancer Center; Associate Member, Cancer Biology - Translational and Clinical Research
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In this final episode, Dr. Stephanie Si Lim talks about the role of children in cancer clinical trials.
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Episode 9 - Betel Nut Consumption and Increased Cancer Risk
Guest: Thaddeus Herzog, PhD, Associate Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Population Sciences in the Pacific Program - Cancer Prevention in the Pacific
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In this episode, Dr. Thaddeus Herzog will address betel nut consumption and increased cancer risk.
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Episode 8 - How to Protect Your Skin from Cancer
Guest: Kevin Cassel, DrPH, Associate Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Population Sciences in the Pacific Program - Cancer Prevention in the Pacific
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In this episode, Dr. Kevin Cassel will address skin protection.
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Episode 7 - Understanding the Role of Genes in Cancer
Guest: Michele Carbone, MD, PhD, Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Cancer Biology - Cancer Mechanisms
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In this episode, Dr. Michele Carbone will talk about the role of genes in cancer.
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Episode 6 - Poor Physical Health and Cancer
Guest: John Shepherd, PhD, Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Population Sciences in the Pacific Program - Cancer Epidemiology
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In this episode, Dr. John Shepherd will talk about poor physical health and its correlation with cancer.
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Episode 5 - How Fatty Liver Contributes to Higher Cancer Risk
Guest: Unhee Lim, PhD, Associate Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Population Sciences in the Pacific Program - Cancer Epidemiology
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In this episode, Dr. Unhee Lim will address how fatty liver contributes to higher cancer risk.
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Episode 4 - Addressing Dietary Guidelines for Americans
Guest: Carol Boushey, PhD, MPH, RD, Director, Nutrition Support Shared Resource; Associate Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Population Sciences in the Pacific Program - Cancer Epidemiology
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In this episode, Dr. Carol Boushey will walk us through some important dietary guidelines to follow.
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Episode 3 - Ensuring Mental Wellness for Cancer Patients
Guest: Erin Bantum, PhD, Associate Professor, UH Cancer Center; Full Member, Population Sciences in the Pacific Program - Cancer Prevention in the Pacific
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In this episode, Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Erin Bantum talks about protecting mental health of cancer patients.
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Episode 2 - Latest Cancer Trends in Hawai'i
Guest: Brenda Hernandez, PhD, MPH, Principal Investigator, Hawai'i Tumor Registry; Co-Director, Pathology Shared Resource
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In this episode, Dr. Brenda Hernandez talks about the latest cancer trends in Hawai'i.
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Episode 1 (Premier) - Combating Cancer in Hawai'i and the Pacific
Guest: Joe W. Ramos, PhD, Interim Director, UH Cancer Center
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In this episode, Dr. Joe W. Ramos shares his research expertise, his various roles, and the future of the Cancer Center.
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