Breaking: KU Cancer Center wins comprehensive cancer center designation


The University of Kansas Cancer Center has won designation as a Comprehensive Cancer Center — the highest classification given by the National Cancer Institute.

Thursday’s announcement, the realization of a 20-year regional effort, brings the promise of more money for cancer research and more access to cutting-edge care for patients.

Dr. Roy Jensen, director of the KU Cancer Center, announced that the institution has become just the 53rd Comprehensive Cancer Center in the nation. As a sort…

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