News
March 2023
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March 21, 2023UC Davis urologic surgery chair earns prestigious award in Europe
UC Davis Health urologic surgery chief Christopher Evans is only the ninth American to become an honorary member of the European Association of Urology.
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March 15, 2023Study finds tough-to-treat tumor genes contribute to gastric cancer disparities in Latinos
Latinos have a higher rate of poor gastric cancer outcomes, according to new study that identified an aggressive molecular subtype.
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March 09, 2023Patients receive infusion care from the comfort of their home
One of the first patients to receive services from UC Davis Health’s new home infusion program shares her positive experience.
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March 09, 2023Under 50? Don’t ignore Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Adults approaching middle age should pay attention to Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month as cases of the cancer rise in younger people.
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March 08, 2023
St. Baldrick’s ‘Brave the Shave’ brings wave of donations and bald heads
St. Baldrick’s “shavees” competed by going bald to raise money for pediatric research at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center.
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March 07, 2023What you should know about basal cell carcinoma
Following President Joe Biden’s announcement that he had basal cell carcinoma, a UC Davis Health expert provides insight on what this is and how to treat it.
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March 06, 2023Support group helps kids cope with a parent’s cancer, other serious illness
UC Davis Child Life and Creative Arts Therapy Department is hosting a support group for children who have a parent with cancer or other serious illness.
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March 01, 2023Light the state Capitol blue for colorectal cancer awareness
March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, and UC Davis Health gastroenterologists are joining an effort to light the California Capitol blue – to raise awareness about colorectal cancer.
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February 2023
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February 28, 2023Clinical trial for patients with swallowing difficulties after cancer treatment
Researchers have begun a new stem cell clinical trial to treat patients with swallowing problems. The study takes stem cells and injects them into the patient’s tongue.
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February 24, 2023Say goodbye to your hair for a good cause at the St. Baldrick’s ‘shave party’
St. Baldrick’s is back to challenge the Sacramento region to “Brave the Shave” by going bald to raise money for pediatric cancer research.
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February 22, 2023UC Davis Health launches pediatric pulmonary sickle cell clinic
UC Davis Health has launched a comprehensive pulmonary sickle cell clinic, designed to address breathing and respiratory complications of sickle cell disease.
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February 10, 2023New compound shows promise against treatment-resistant prostate cancers
UC Davis Health urologist Allen Gao and his team have developed a molecule, called LX-1, which could help control treatment-resistant prostate cancer.
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February 07, 2023$3 million national grant to fund pancreatic cancer study
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center researchers are part of a large-scale research study to test a new drug therapy to treat pancreatic cancer.
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February 06, 2023Robotic-assisted procedure streamlines treatment for cancer patient
Military veteran undergoes robotic-assisted bronchoscopy procedure to remove two suspicious lung nodules during single anesthetic procedure and is discharged within 24 hours after his treatment.
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February 03, 2023Researchers launch new lung cancer screening study on World Cancer Day
UC Davis cancer researchers are kicking off a new study on World Cancer Day to find out why lung cancer screening rates are so low.
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January 2023
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January 26, 2023How does obesity affect immunity, cancer and radiotherapy? It’s complicated!
Thanks to a $2.7 million National Cancer Institute grant, radiation oncologist Arta Monjazeb and his team will study how obesity makes tumors more resistant to radiotherapy.
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January 25, 2023Tumor microbiome linked to immunotherapy success in sarcoma patients
A new UC Davis study reveals the interaction between tumor microbiome and the immune system may be the secret to improving outcomes for sarcoma patients.
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January 20, 2023First-ever genetic map to identify causes of sarcoma
UC Davis sarcoma researchers are part of an international team of scientists working to uncover the genetics behind a deadly cancer that is more common in children.
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January 13, 2023Virtual Toy Drive raises more than $28K
The holidays were merrier for hospitalized kids at UC Davis Children’s Hospital, thanks to $28,989 that was raised during the 2022 Virtual Toy Drive.
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January 11, 2023Balcomb Greene painting graces cancer center lobby
Patients visiting the cancer center can now view inspiring oil painting as they await treatment thanks to a generous art donation from the wife of a pioneering UC Davis oncologist.
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January 10, 2023Winter issue of Synthesis magazine features canine contributing to cancer fight
Now available, the winter issue of Synthesis magazine, published by UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, reports on the latest in cancer research and breakthroughs.
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January 09, 2023Study finds increase in women 65 and older dying of cervical cancer
Findings from a UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center study prompt researchers to question current cervical cancer screening guidelines for older women.
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December 2022
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December 27, 2022UC Davis partners with Caring Cross and CIRM to develop immunotherapy for cancer patients
Immunologist William Murphy discusses CAR T-cell cancer therapy and his work with Caring Cross, CIRM and UC Davis researchers to find novel cures to leukemia and lymphoma.
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December 22, 2022Employee-inspired holiday meal giveaway for grateful cancer patients
Cancer is hard, especially for patients facing financial challenges. That’s why, for a second year, the cancer center is giving away holiday meal cards.
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December 14, 2022Nearly half of the deaths from 12 cancers due to tobacco; higher than previously reported
A new study looks at cancer deaths in California due to tobacco, sounding the alarm regarding the tragic loss of life caused by tobacco addiction.
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December 08, 2022UC Davis Health surgeons use FLIm imaging to detect head and neck cancer during surgery
UC Davis Health surgeons find FLIm, a novel optical imaging system, helpful in detecting primary cancer cells in head and neck cancer of unknown origin.
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December 07, 2022Interventional Pulmonology celebrates 100th robotic-assisted bronchoscopy procedure
The Interventional Pulmonology Program has completed its 100th robotic-assisted bronchoscopy procedure for minimally invasive peripheral lung biopsy, becoming the first hospital in the Sacramento region to reach this milestone.
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December 05, 2022
Canine cancer patient gets new lease on life while helping people fighting same disease
A partnership between UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center and UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine hopes to help cure cancer in both people and pets.
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November 2022
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November 30, 2022Cancer center appoints new associate director for Office of Community Outreach and Engagement
Laura Fejerman named new associate director for cancer center’s Office of Community Outreach and Engagement as Moon Chen heads new cancer screening program.
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November 17, 2022Quit Tobacco Program helps patients kick the habit with classes, support and counseling
The American Cancer Society’s Great American Smokeout – a day to challenge smokers to give up cigarettes for 24 hours – marks its 45th anniversary today. UC Davis has a Quit Tobacco Program to help patients and staff with group or individual counseling.
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