Leading the Charge in Advanced Cancer Care Through Hyperthermic Intraperitoneal Chemotherapy (HIPEC)
Chemotherapy is an effective cancer treatment that destroys fast-growing cancer cells in the body. However, traditional chemotherapy targets the entire body, and its side effects can be widespread.
Beyond the Diagnosis: Innovations in Cervical Cancer Care and Clinical Trials
Cervical cancer was once a primary cause of cancer death among women in the US. Thanks to incredible advancements in prevention, screening, and treatment, cervical cancer is no longer the death sentence it once was.
Empowering Your Cervical Health
At LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center, we’re committed to helping you understand when and how to get screened for cervical cancer, as well as what to do with your results. By being proactive, you can take charge of your cervical health now and in the future.
Tobacco Cessation at LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center
If you had the opportunity to lower your chances of getting cancer, would you take it? While most people would, over 28 million Americans actively use a known cause of cancer – tobacco.
Beyond the Mammogram: Advanced Screening for Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is often associated with finding a lump during a self-exam or clinical exam. But as with many types of cancer, it begins developing long before it can be felt. As a result, early detection is key for easier and more effective treatment.
5 Misconceptions About Head and Neck Cancer - Debunked
Head and neck cancers make up 4% of all cancers in the US, impacting tens of thousands
of people each year. They’re especially prevalent in Louisiana, where people are more
likely to use tobacco or be diagnosed with HIV – both major risk factors of this kind
of cancer.
How Blood Samples Are Changing Cancer Research: Dr. Jiri Adamec's Research on Blood Sampling
Dr. Jiri Adamec's research can help patients detect cancer with a simple blood test.
Lab Profiles: Dr. Luis Del Valle's Research on JC Polyomavirus and Brain Tumors
Dr. Luis Del Valle discusses his research on JC polyomavirus, which is connected with cancers of the brain and colon.
Cardiotoxicity: How Cancer Treatment Can Impact Your Heart
Dr. Jovanny Zabaleta talks about his research on cancer in minority populations and how he’s helping support minority students in their own research careers.
Caregiving for Cancer: Why and How to Practice Self-Care As a Caregiver
The Gulf South Clinical Trials Network has been named a spoke in the ARPA-H Customer Experience Hub, one of three regional hubs that comprise ARPANET-H – a nationwide health innovation network and is dedicated to the needs of people. To read the entire release, click here.
How Does Breast Cancer Genetic Testing Work?
Rhonda Babin is undergoing a clinical trial at University Medical Center. View her story on WWL TV to learn more.
How Louisiana Cancer Patients Navigate the ‘Hidden’ Costs of Participating in Clinical Trials
Fewer than 5 percent of adult patients with cancer enroll in a clinical trial, according to a 2019 study by the American Society of Clinical Oncology. Many must seek out treatments that may be far away, creating financial burdens due to the high cost of travel. These challenges can pose a “significant and sometimes insurmountable barrier,” according to the American Cancer Society.
Dr. Shawn McKinney Shares Important Tips on Breast Cancer Awareness
To view Dr. McKinney's appearance on Fox 8's NOLA Now, click here.
LCMC Cancer Center Clinical Trials
The advacnement of cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment could not be possible if it were not for clinical trials. Clinical trials are not a last resort for treatment. Learn more.
Scientists Are Working For A Breakthrough On Pancreatic Cancer
To help lower the rate of pancreatic cancer diagnosis, which in Louisiana are higher than the national average, patients are urged to quit smoking, manage their diabetes and get screened for early detection.
Cancer Moonshot Initiatives at LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center
Making progressin cancer research is acollective effort. The US and Louisiana are home to some of the brightest minds in cancer research, and we have thepower to makesignificant strides inpreventing cancer, diagnosing it early, and providing the best possible care for patients.