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Cancer Care
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May 21, 2026Cancer center lung experts help create new national guidelines for safe CT lung cancer screening
UC Davis Health experts helped develop national guidelines for post–CT lung cancer screening care, advancing early detection, safer treatment standards and patient outcomes.
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May 19, 2026Cancer center honors strength and hope on National Cancer Survivors Day, June 4
The cancer center marks National Cancer Survivors Day on June 4, celebrating survivors and providing cancer experts offering guidance, support and resources.
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May 14, 2026Cancer patient back to restoring power and his life
UC Davis clinical trial helped Bryan Mazza, a lineman and father of three, triumph over cancer with a bold new attitude that has him running ultra marathons.
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May 12, 2026Assistant Professor Alex Fauer receives UC award to advance cancer care for older adults
School of Nursing Assistant Professor Alex Fauer has received an early career recognition award to support his School of Nursing research on improving care for aging cancer patients.
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May 08, 2026Contrast-enhanced mammography offers clearer view of breast cancer
UC Davis Health expands contrast-enhanced mammography to two more clinics, offering clearer and faster breast cancer detection for patients.
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May 01, 2026First onco-nephrologist to join the cancer center
Onco-nephrologist Shuchi Anand joins UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center, bringing new expertise in caring for cancer patients facing kidney complications from immunotherapy and other treatments.
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April 28, 2026Ralph de Vere White Symposium spotlights young cancer researchers
From high school students to postdoctoral scholars, emerging cancer scientists share leading-edge research and career insights at UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center’s annual symposium.
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April 23, 2026Frederick J. Meyers earns dual national honors
UC Davis professor Frederick J. Meyers received two national ACTS honors recognizing decades of leadership, mentorship innovation and impact in clinical and translational science.
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April 21, 2026Three UC Davis leaders inducted as Fellows of the Association for Clinical and Translational Science
Frederick Meyers, Brad Pollock and Sandra Taylor have been inducted into the inaugural class of Fellows of the Association for Clinical and Translational Science.
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April 08, 2026How UC Davis Health is using AI to improve the quality of colonoscopies
Gastroenterologists are using AI to improve the quality of colonoscopy procedures, track doctor performance more clearly and reduce patients’ risk of developing colorectal cancer.
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March 20, 2026Free community health and cancer screening set for April 18
UC Davis Health invites the Oak Park community to a free wellness celebration on April 18 to mark Head and Neck Cancer Awareness Month.
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March 13, 2026National recognition elevates UC Davis Health for its premier lung cancer care
UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center earned national recognition for excellent lung cancer care and a strong dedication to supportive screening that helps with early diagnoses.
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March 02, 2026March is Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month — wear blue on Friday, March 6!
Colorectal cancer is now the No. 1 cancer killer in adults under 50. Early screening and recognizing symptoms help save lives and prevent advanced disease.
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February 26, 2026St. Baldrick’s creates shear shenanigans while supporting young cancer warriors
Cancer center invites community to “Brave the Shave” March 14 to go bald while raising money for vital childhood cancer research.
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February 25, 2026UC Davis medical school among nation’s best in NIH funding
The UC Davis School of Medicine is among the nation’s top-NIH funded medical schools, with about $233 in grants, in latest Blue Ridge Institute ranking
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February 19, 2026$2 million grant fuels UC Davis fight against pancreatic cancer
UC Davis received a $2 million research grant to detect pancreatic cancer earlier, giving patients hope and better chances for survival.
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February 17, 2026Cancer center launches the newest online edition of Synthesis magazine
The winter issue of Synthesis magazine showcases new oncologists joining UC Davis Comprehensive Cancer Center along with innovative treatments, exciting research and inspiring patient stories.
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February 13, 2026Scientists test “smart” nanotech to target cancer tumors with more precision
UC Davis scientists are researching “smart” nanoparticles that anchor to tumors and enable on‑demand delivery of cancer‑fighting therapies, boosting precision while protecting healthy tissue.
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February 06, 2026Cancer center leads the region with latest advances in radiation treatment
The cancer center has unveiled its new Radixact linear accelerator, enhancing radiation therapy to improve outcomes for cancer patients.
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January 26, 2026Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program now CCS-approved
The Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program at UC Davis Health is now a fully approved California Children’s Services Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Center.
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