Tom Wilemon

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August 28, 2025

Genetic analysis of people with African ancestry reveals lung cancer susceptibilities  

Prior research has shown that Americans of African ancestry have a higher risk of lung cancer compared to white Americans despite smoking fewer cigarettes, but the reasons for this difference are not fully understood.

By Tom Wilemon
From left are Susan Morrow Legacy Foundation board members Cam Varner, Gerald Runke, Ron Morrow, Karen Runke, Diana Morrow and Tom McFarlin. (photo by Susan Urmy)
August 19, 2025

Susan Morrow Legacy Foundation supports ovarian cancer research at Vanderbilt

The Susan Morrow Legacy Foundation has made a generous donation to support ovarian cancer research at Vanderbilt University and Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

By Tom Wilemon
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July 29, 2025

Program provides path for aspiring oncologists and cancer researchers

The program was established in 2023 with financial support from the American Cancer Society, and Vanderbilt-Ingram had an inaugural class of four fellows.

By Tom Wilemon
July 22, 2025

Study provides new data on COVID outcomes for cancer patients 

Death incidence was highest in patients with lymphoma, intermediate in patients with acute leukemia and lung cancer, and lowest in patients with other solid tumors or with blood cancers other than lymphoma.

By Tom Wilemon
July 3, 2025

Stand Up To Cancer heads to Nashville for ninth roadblock fundraising special uniting country music and cancer research

One-hour event will feature Dolly Parton and Sheryl Crow, with Crow also hosting.

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June 26, 2025

Three VUMC researchers receive Komen leadership grants

The grants support 25 cutting-edge projects at 17 institutions — marking a powerful commitment to improving outcomes for people living with breast cancer today and in the future.

By Tom Wilemon
June 26, 2025

Lower health literacy increases mortality risk for cancer patients

Patients who had high health literacy on the screening lived 9.4 months longer compared to those with low health literacy.
By Tom Wilemon
June 17, 2025

Drug shows safety, efficacy for precancerous stomach lesions

The drug also showed promise that it could be the first therapeutic intervention against precancerous lesions in the stomach.
By Tom Wilemon
June 10, 2025

Study shows sharp increase in appendix cancer for Generation X and millennials 

The findings reveal the need for increased awareness about appendiceal cancer from both clinicians and the public.
By Tom Wilemon
June 9, 2025

Presurgery consults with patients using 3D models improve shared decision-making and reduce anxiety 

The models allowed patients to easily distinguish the ascending colon from the sigmoid colon, along with other parts of the digestive system.
By Tom Wilemon
June 3, 2025

AI researchers develop new technologies for cancer care  

These new technologies showcase how VUMC researchers are using the power of AI to meet a wide range of medical needs.
By Tom Wilemon
May 30, 2025

Andreana Holowatyj named ‘40 Under 40 In Cancer’ winner

The awards initiative identifies and recognizes contributions across the field of cancer by rising stars and emerging leaders under the age of 40.
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