UTHSC Center for Cancer Research

We are excited to see the important work of Dr. Liza Makowski, Associate Director at the UTHSC Center for Cancer Research, featured on Action News 5. Makowski Lab's research into the links between obesity and cancer, including weight loss through bariatric surgery or GLP-1 drugs, will help scientists and doctors reduce risk and improve cancer health across Tennessee. Check out The WELCOM Study at University of Tennessee Health Science Center featured by the Impact Team's Kelli Cook. https://www.actionnews5.com/2026/02/17/could-glp-1-drugs-be-magic-bullet-fighting-cancer/