News
July 2025
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July 10, 2025New hope for patients with head and neck cancer
Cancer center scientists may have uncovered a breakthrough treatment for head and neck cancer using a common blood pressure medicine.
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July 02, 2025A single genetic mutation may have made humans more vulnerable to cancer than chimpanzees
An evolutionary change in an immune protein, Fas Ligand, makes it vulnerable to inactivation from a tumor-associated enzyme, plasmin. The insight may lead to better cancer treatments.
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July 01, 2025Cancer center’s urologic oncology team expands
The surgery team for treating cancers of the urinary tract welcomes two new urologic oncology surgeons.
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July 01, 2025What does a career look like at UC Davis Health? Five retirees reflect
From a high school biology teacher turned medical dean, to a nurse who led through the pandemic, to a behind-the-scenes powerhouse with HEDI – this year’s retirees reflect the breadth of experience and dedication that define UC Davis Health.
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June 2025
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June 24, 2025Making cancer less stressful for young patients and families
Pediatric patients and their families at UC Davis can get help with the cancer journey thanks to the nonprofit Keaton’s Child Cancer Alliance.
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June 20, 2025Wheat germ may boost immunotherapy in cancer patients
Wheat germ may help bolster the natural cancer-fighting abilities system in patients who are getting treated with immunotherapy.
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June 18, 2025UC Davis Health patient throws pitch for prostate cancer
UC Davis Health patient is a big hit at A’s game as he throws first pitch to raise prostate cancer awareness.
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June 16, 2025Restoring voices — and identity — with neuroengineering
Researchers are adapting technology for interpreting gestures and controlling robotic limbs to restore voices to those who have lost them after head and neck cancer.
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June 05, 2025Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic opens in East Sacramento
The new UC Davis Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic is open at the expanded C Street Clinic in East Sacramento.
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May 2025
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May 29, 2025Biomarkers hold clue in treating aggressive prostate cancer
Gene mutations are likely to play a key role in treating aggressive prostate cancer, according to a new UC Davis clinical trial creating hope for men.
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May 27, 2025Wildfire pollution may lower survival of lung cancer patients
Lung cancer survival rates impacted by wildfire pollution according to new research by UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer.
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May 27, 2025Cancer center celebrates National Cancer Survivors Day June 12
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center hosts a day of celebration and connection. RSVP by June 5 for the National Cancer Survivors Day event on June12.
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May 19, 2025
Former President Joe Biden’s prostate cancer diagnosis is all too common in men
In light of former President Joe Biden's advanced prostate cancer diagnosis, experts warn the number of cases is expected to rise sharply in coming years. Fortunately, treatment advances are increasing.
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May 15, 2025EXPLORER shrinks the time it takes for imaging to spot cancer
Researchers have cut the time it takes for parametric imaging on EXPLORER total body PET scanner to image cancer patients.
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May 09, 2025Do you want to help find a cure for cancer? Donate your data and biospecimens
Cancer patients can be part of the race to find a cure by opting to donate their data and lab samples to a new biorepository.
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May 08, 2025Ribbon cutting marks new expansion for C Street Clinic
UC Davis Health’s C Street Clinic has expanded to offer new psychiatric therapeutics treatments, infusion services and more.
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April 2025
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April 28, 2025Cancer patient back on the slopes thanks to surgeon who understands love of skiing
Pancreatic cancer patient Bill Borelli bonded with his surgeon over a passion for ski patrolling. Thanks to a successful operation, Borelli is back on the slopes.
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April 25, 2025Ralph de Vere White Symposium spotlights early-stage cancer researchers
Networking and a friendly competition topped the agenda at the cancer center’s annual symposium for young cancer researchers.
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April 23, 2025
EXPLORER total body PET scanner helps detect brain disease
EXPLORER total body PET scanner is creating a new way to visualize the protective barrier to the brain to reveal impacts from cancer and other diseases.
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April 15, 2025Novel cell therapy receives expedited FDA designation
A cell therapy being evaluated at UC Davis for the treatment of oropharyngeal dysphagia following cancer treatment has been fast tracked by the FDA.
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March 2025
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March 31, 2025
Mobile mammography clinic increases access to lifesaving breast cancer screening
After a ribbon cutting ceremony, the cancer center’s first mobile mammography clinic hit the road. ‘MobileMammo+’ will increase access to lifesaving breast cancer screenings.
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March 27, 2025‘Caregivers Corner’ helps those supporting a loved one with cancer
If you are caring for someone with cancer, consider joining a new support group called the Caregivers Corner that meets monthly.
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March 20, 2025Free cancer screenings in April for Head & Neck Cancer Awareness Month
Two free Sacramento cancer screening days will be held in April to mark Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month.
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March 13, 2025Novel endoscopic procedure helps patient avoid surgery
UC Davis Medical Center is the first hospital in Sacramento to remove a tumor from the lining of a patient’s stomach without resorting to surgery.
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March 07, 2025Marc Dall’Era named chair of the Dept. of Urologic Surgery
The UC Davis School of Medicine has appointed Professor Marc Dall’Era as chair of the Department of Urologic Surgery.
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