LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center

17/03/2026

Cervical cancer prevention and treatment can look very different for patients who are immunocompromised.

A published study from researchers at the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center discusses the case of a young woman with lupus and a kidney transplant who developed advanced cervical cancer linked to HPV. Because immunosuppression increases the risk of persistent HPV infection, consistent screening is critical.

Her care required:
• Careful surgical planning to protect her transplanted kidney
• Chemoradiation for advanced disease
• Difficult decisions around immunotherapy, which ultimately led to transplant rejection

This case is a powerful reminder that cancer prevention, screening, and treatment must be personalized, especially for patients with complex medical histories. Read the study in Gynecologic Oncology Reports here:

16/03/2026

Progress against cancer happens when researchers, clinicians, and advocates come together.

That’s exactly what the NeauxCancer Conference is all about. This year's conference takes place March 18 - 20 in New Orleans and convenes oncology leaders to discuss the latest advances in cancer care, from emerging therapies to precision medicine.

We’re especially proud to see a strong lineup of speakers from LSU Health New Orleans and LSU Shreveport helping lead the conversation.

Advancing cancer care takes all of us and this conference shows the power of that collaboration. Learn more:

CAGLA’s NeauxCancer Conference unites survivors, physicians, healthcare organizations, and policy makers dedicated to combating cancer.

16/03/2026

Thank you to New Orleans Entrepreneur Week for hosting an important conversation about the future of the BioDistrict in New Orleans and the region’s growing life sciences ecosystem.

Dr. Lucio Miele, Director of the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center, discussed the importance of collaboration, continued growth in biomedical research, and LSU’s progress on the journey toward National Cancer Institute (NCI) designation.

He was joined by fellow panelists Kimberly Gramm (Tulane University) and Dr. Leo Seoane (Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine), with Andy Kopplin (Greater New Orleans Foundation) moderating the discussion. The panel also touched upon how Louisiana is becoming a place where ideas can move from discovery to impact faster because the research, environment, and partnerships are increasingly connected.

13/03/2026

On March 25, the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center is proud to participate in , the annual Day of Giving for LSU Health New Orleans.

Philanthropic support helps accelerate cancer research, expand access to clinical trials, and train the next generation of scientists and physicians working to improve cancer outcomes across Louisiana.

If you’re looking to make an impact, consider supporting the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center and the work underway to bring new discoveries and treatments closer to patients in our state.

Join us in making a difference by visiting our giving page: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/LSUHealthFoundation/give-gold-geaux-purple-2026/pages/lsu-lcmc-health-cancer-center/?a=12350429

12/03/2026

Reminder: Lucio Miele, Director of the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center, will be speaking at New Orleans Entrepreneur Week 2026 tomorrow!

Dr. Miele will join regional leaders for “The New BioDistrict: What’s Now and What’s Next,” a conversation on how research, healthcare, and innovation are shaping the future of the New Orleans biomedical corridor.

- Friday, March 13 | 2:50–3:20 PM
- JPMorgan Chase & Co. Main Stage at Loyola University New Orleans

Registration is free: https://crds.wrstbnd.io/manifest/form/noew2026/noew26registration

11/03/2026

Why does glioblastoma spread so aggressively and can we stop it? A new study lead by Dr. Won Seok Yang from the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center takes a closer look at a protein called LARG, which helps switch on cell-movement signals that make this brain cancer so hard to treat. Researchers discovered how a tiny change at one spot on the protein acts like an “on switch,” boosting tumor invasion.

By understanding how LARG drives cancer spread, scientists hope to uncover new ways to slow or even block this deadly process.

Breakthroughs like this move us closer to better options for patients facing aggressive cancers like glioblastoma.

Read the study here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0021925825028480?via%3Dihub

10/03/2026

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06/03/2026

Each year in the U.S., nearly 2 million people are diagnosed with some type of cancer. If a friend or family member of yours is part of that number and undergoing cancer treatment, the cancer support you provide can be a welcome part of the healing process.

When encouraging a friend through their cancer experience, though, it can be challenging to know what to do and say. Our partners at LCMC Health have some tips about offering cancer support.

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When someone you love is facing cancer, the support and encouragement you offer can be invaluable. Learn about the basics of providing cancer support.

05/03/2026

We’re proud to share that Lucio Miele, Director of the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center, will be speaking at New Orleans Entrepreneur Week 2026.

Dr. Miele will join regional leaders for a panel discussion, “The New BioDistrict: What’s Now and What’s Next,” exploring how innovation, research, and cross-institution collaboration are shaping the future of the New Orleans biomedical corridor.

- Friday, March 13, 2026
- 2:50 – 3:20 PM
- JPMorgan Chase & Co. Main Stage at Loyola University New Orleans

Moderator: Andy Kopplin
Panelists: Kimberly Gramm (Tulane Innovation Institute), Dr. Lucio Miele (LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center), Dr. Leo Seoane (Xavier Ochsner College of Medicine)

This conversation will highlight the growing role of the BioDistrict in advancing research, entrepreneurship, and health innovation in our region.

Registration is free: https://crds.wrstbnd.io/manifest/form/noew2026/noew26registration

View the full schedule: https://www.noew.org

04/03/2026

At the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center, we know that cancer prevention isn’t a single decision. It’s a series of everyday choices.

Nutrition plays a powerful role in reducing cancer risk. Research continues to show that maintaining a healthy weight, eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, limiting processed foods, and reducing alcohol intake can significantly lower the risk of several cancers.

This National Nutrition Month, consider small, sustainable steps:
- Add one more serving of vegetables to your plate
- Choose whole foods more often
- Stay hydrated
- Pair good nutrition with daily movement

Every healthier choice strengthens families, communities, and the future of our state. Learn more about prevention resources and research at lsulcmchealthcancercenter.org

02/03/2026

When caught early, colorectal cancer has a 90% survival rate, which is why everyone 45 and older should be screened regularly.

Our partners at the Louisiana Cancer Prevention and Control Programs work on breaking down the barriers that keep people from getting screened, which is especially important in Louisiana since African Americans and Cajuns have higher rates of the disease. Plus, our high rates of to***co and obesity, which are also risk factors, result in more colorectal cancer.

Read more on how LCP can help you by visiting https://louisianacancer.org/cancers/colorectal-cancer/