The Nebraska Medicine | Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center reached a major milestone Saturday as a state-of-the-art proton beam therapy system arrived at Nebraska Medical Center.

With one in eight women receiving a diagnosis in their lifetime, annual mammograms remain an essential, life-saving screening tool. Early detection offers patients more options with better outcomes, as it did for Michelle in December 2024.

Wendy Wessling began her cancer journey over a decade ago. With her husband Tom and four children by her side, Wessling embarked on a journey she never thought she’d have to face.

When Jeff Kramer felt a persistent backache in February 2023, he expected it to resolve on its own. The 63-year-old endured the discomfort for months before seeking care, which led to a shocking discovery: kidney cancer.

Prostate cancer treatment has changed a lot in recent years. What one expert calls a previously “boring space” has become one of the most exciting areas in cancer care.

The Fred & Pamela Buffett Cancer Center – Nebraska Medical Center will be home to the state’s first targeted particle therapy treatment.

At 53, Melissa Hays embodies resilience. Her journey with melanoma—a life-changing disease—has been shaped by self-advocacy, determination and the support of a coordinated care team.

Radiation therapy for prostate cancer can often cause gastrointestinal problems and other issues that affect your diet and appetite.

Learn about the latest treatment advances in radiation therapy, surgical oncology and medical oncology.

As cancer treatments continue to advance and new therapies are introduced, it’s easy to get lost in your search for information. To help you better understand the differences between specific cancer treatments and how they work, we spoke with medical oncologist Bhavina Sharma, MD, MPH.