Dr. Katherine Tossas wins V Scholar Award for her work in Cancer Research
The V Foundation for Cancer Research announces the first class of “A Grant of Her Own: The Women Scientists Innovation Award for Cancer Research.” By: Mykala Healy Cary, NC (June 27, 2023) – The V Foundation for Cancer Research, a premier cancer research charity, proudly announces the first recipients of A Grant of Her Own: The Women […]
Dr. Dina Garcia helps build community for new Latinx students
First Year Student Success course offers a step forward for Latinx newcomers at VCU After a successful debut this past fall, ¡Adelante! helps build skills and a sense of community during their adjustment to college. As a first-generation Latina student, Dianne Aguilar-Zurita wanted guidance on how to navigate college. In her freshman year at Virginia […]
Vanessa Sheppard, Ph.D. named the American Cancer Society’s Researcher of the Year
By Quin Elliott Vanessa Sheppard, Ph.D., Associate Vice President for Population and Public Health Strategic Initiatives in the Office of the VP for Health Sciences and former HBP chair, has been named the American Cancer Society’s Researcher of the Year. This prestigious award recognizes her outstanding contributions to cancer research, advocacy, and policy, as well […]
Dr. Jessica LaRose appointed Interim Chair of HBP
Jessica LaRose, Ph.D., M.S. will be stepping in as the interim chair of HBP We are pleased to announce that Dr. Jessica LaRose has been selected to serve as Interim Department Chair. Dr. LaRose is a tenured associate professor in the Department of Health Behavior and Policy and formerly a Blick Scholar in the School […]
Dr. Vanessa Sheppard promoted to Associate Vice President for Population and Public Health Strategic Initiatives
Vanessa Sheppard Ph.D. will be stepping away to take on a new role within the university Dr. Vanessa Sheppard will be stepping away from her role as HBP Department Chair after being selected as the Associate Vice President for Population and Public Health Strategic Initiatives in the Office of the VP for Health Sciences. Dr. […]
Researchers envision better health interventions for men who have sex with men
While much of the health research around men who have sex with men (MSM) involves HIV, these communities are at increased risk for other health problems including certain types of cancer, substance use and mental health issues. A new scoping review by VCU School of Medicine and Massey Cancer Center researchers finds that a specific […]
Massey researcher examines how to reduce cancer disparities and improve quality of care for the LGBTQ+ population
To commemorate Pride Month 2021, the Biden administration issued a proclamation that celebrates the accomplishments of the LGBTQ+ community but also acknowledges the ongoing struggle to secure equity for this population in many areas impacted by government policy, including health care. In line with this effort, the National Institute of Health (NIH) Sexual and Gender Minority Research […]
Sheppard receives Professional Achievement Award from VCU School of Medicine
Vanessa B. Sheppard, Ph.D., was recently conferred the 2021 Women in Science, Dentistry and Medicine Professional Achievement Award from the VCU School of Medicine. Sheppard is the Theresa A. Thomas Memorial Chair in Cancer Prevention and Control and associate director for community outreach, engagement and health disparities at VCU Massey Cancer Center. She is also chair […]
Clinical trial tests new lifestyle program aimed at addressing obesity in young men
Young men with obesity are at risk for developing a host of health complications, including cancer, heart disease and cardiometabolic disease. To better understand the behaviors that contribute to obesity in this demographic and identify solutions, researchers at VCU Massey Cancer Center are testing a new lifestyle program aimed at promoting weight loss, physical activity […]
Wright Center series trains next generation of community-engaged scholars
How would you react if someone started a conversation by saying what was wrong with you and your family? Probably not well. And that’s exactly what health researchers often do, when they try to talk to community members, said Maghboeba Mosavel, Ph.D, an associate professor at the VCU School of Medicine’s Department of Health Behavior and […]
