Communities affected by Valley fever got positive news in 2021 when researchers at the Valley Fever Center for Excellence in the College of Medicine – Tucson and other institutions reported they had developed an effective canine vaccine. In his column, writer John Murphy describes Valley fever as a growing global threat to both people and dogs and urges people to work together to combat the illness.

Mold, pollen and dirt can build up on windowsills, triggering allergies and causing health issues.

With COVID-19 cases on the rise across the nation, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has put together a plan for possible universal masking recommendations in certain areas.

Fredric Edward Wondisford, MD, MS, MBA, was named dean of the College of Medicine – Phoenix, effective Oct. 2.

Endocrinologist Dr. Fredric Edward Wondisford will take the helm at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix on Oct. 2.

A Southern Arizona fire department removed a den of 11 snakes in a bricked area near a home. The Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center at the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy said that there are around 8,000 venomous snake bites in the U.S. every year and between 8 to 15 deaths.

Even though it’s only August, flu shots are now being offered at many pharmacies. Shad Marvasti, MD, associate professor of family and community medicine at the College of Medicine – Phoenix, recommends waiting until September or October to get the shot.

Outreach program brings scientists to local cafes to meet with people interested in research, breaking down barriers to cancer research information.