USC awarded grant to help diverse populations access cancer clinical trials
A two-year grant from Stand Up To Cancer will fund a new program at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.
USC Norris Cancer Hospital earns top teaching hospital award for 2nd year in a row
The Leapfrog Top Teaching Hospital national designation recognizes the institution for outstanding quality and safety.
Keck Medicine of USC opens state-of-the-art oncology clinic and infusion center in Newport Beach
The new location uses the latest technology and includes an on-site laboratory and pharmacy to provide patients with coordinated, personalized care.
Cancer Moonshot funds will help USC researchers reduce health disparities in cancer research
The $18.5 million grant will help researchers at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center close the gap in understanding colorectal cancer in Hispanic patients.
USC Norris Cancer Hospital earns national Top Teaching Hospital award
The watchdog organization Leapfrog Group considered more than 2,200 hospitals in four categories: children’s, general, rural and teaching; 72 were selected as Top Teaching Hospitals.
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center tests potential therapy for aggressive type of breast cancer
A global clinical trial will assess the new therapy, which combines a monoclonal antibody and anti-cancer medication to deliver targeted doses directly to the tumor cells.
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center to establish the Cancer Wellness HUBs with Lazarex Cancer Foundation grant
HUBs will enhance community engagement and provide a local resource for cancer-related education and navigation support for cancer services.
Chanita Hughes-Halbert to advance cancer equity at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
A nationally recognized leader in cancer prevention and minority health research, she has dedicated her career to reducing the disparities in cancer outcomes that affect patients from underrepresented communities.
To prevent cancer, USC researchers look beyond traditional risk factors
Big data studies in diverse populations will offer new insights into cancer risk and help USC investigators target outreach, screening and prevention efforts.
G. Denman Hammond, 97, founding director of USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
The emeritus professor of pediatrics was influential in the establishment of the cancer center.
Steven Grossman named cancer physician in chief of USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center
The renowned oncologist and cancer researcher will join USC in this newly created position in September.
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center receives $5 million for cancer drug discoveries
The gift creates and supports the Rosalie and Harold Rae Brown Center for Cancer Drug Discovery, which will focus on accelerating the development of groundbreaking cancer treatments.
USC researchers work to make clinical trials more diverse
A new study will assess what keeps low-income patients and racial and ethnic minorities from participating in important research projects.
USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center names new director
Caryn Lerman returns to USC, where she earned her master’s and doctorate, to lead Southern California’s highest-ranked cancer care provider.
Cancer center names first associate director of community outreach and engagement
Lourdes Baezconde-Garbanati will oversee cancer prevention strategies, screening and treatment in East L.A. communities in her new role at USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center.
Patient boosts USC Norris gynecologic cancer research with $1.1 million estate gift
The Hilda and Bruno Haug Ovarian Cancer Research Fund will support genetic sequencing for women’s cancers, among other projects.
Making cancer a disease of the past inspires a legacy of giving by the Norris family
Few people have shaped the fight against cancer at the USC Health Sciences Campus more than the family whose generous philanthropic support has spanned decades.
The Idea That Changed Cancer Treatment Forever
Four Keck Medicine of USC oncologists share how they’re fighting cancer through personalized medicine.
A simple breath test could be the next step in diagnosing breast cancer
Clinical trial at USC and other cancer centers looks at effectiveness of a new device that could prevent unnecessary testing.
New virtual reality program for young cancer patients aims to lift their spirit
The initiative intends to offer an emotional benefit that can’t be achieved through medicine alone.
USC Norris gala honors Dana and David Dornsife, raises $2 million for research and clinical trials
The philanthropists have long supported the university and its health enterprises.
USC Norris Cancer Center earns best-ever rating from National Cancer Institute
The recognition reaffirms the center as a scientific leader as well as a vital community and regional resource, says Keck School of Medicine dean.
Cancer awareness campaigner thinks pink
All Things Pink raises awareness of breast cancer in young women.
USC, Hoag Hospital team up to take on cancer in Orange County
Keck Medicine of USC and Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian have announced a partnership that establishes a new comprehensive cancer and oncology services program for Orange County.