LSU Health Foundation New Orleans

06/09/2026

Supporting the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center continues to show that philanthropy, no matter the size, can make a difference. Clinical trials in the Gulf South are growing and showing promise every day. Thanks to amazing doctors, researchers and care teams like the LSU New Orleans Gynecologic Oncology department.

A new drug called sacituzumab tirumotecan, or sac-TMT, just announced encouraging Phase 3 results for advanced endometrial cancer, and researchers are calling it a potential game changer for patien…

05/28/2026

"We are at a pivotal moment.

Across Louisiana, momentum is building. Investments in research, clinical care and education are laying the foundation for something we have never had before: a truly integrated, world-class cancer center."

Getting world-class cancer care in Louisiana is doable — if we work together, argues guest columnist Lucio Miele. Here’s what needs to happen.

05/27/2026

Proud to be a part of the LSU enterprise! Geaux Tigers 💜💛

Research funding is more than a number. It is a direct investment in Louisiana’s future, and the momentum is only accelerating from here. Learn more about our historic rise: https://www.lsu.edu/researchmomentum/index.php

05/20/2026

Happy International Clinical Trials Day! Thanks WVUE FOX 8 for featuring LSU Health New Orleans doctor, Dr. Jernigan! To support clinical trials right here at home, click here: https://give.lsuhealthfoundation.org/cancercenter

05/20/2026

Thanks to all who supported Camp Tiger at their auction in March. Camp has kicked off this week with fun at Audubon Zoo for the campers 🐯 Thank you for making a difference and keeping Camp Tiger free to all campers.

05/15/2026

Congratulations graduates 💜💛

05/14/2026

Our LSU Health New Orleans doctors work tirelessly to advocate for advancing cancer research in our state. Support the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center today!

05/12/2026

Providing a lifeline to those in our community within the LSU LCMC Health Cancer Center. Read Dr. Vargas' story!

Dr. Alfonso Vargas, a retired pediatric endocrinologist, faced rare Merkel cell carcinoma and joined a groundbreaking LSU LCMC Health clinical trial using pembrolizumab. His journey highlights scientific progress, hope, and the life-saving power of research and philanthropy.