COVID can trigger tinnitus. Could the vaccines do the same? Feb. 10, 2023 The CDC didn’t find a link between the vaccines and hundreds of new cases of tinnitus, a debilitating ringing in the ears, but some scientists say it must do more to investigate. National Geographic
Training Program Turns Lived Experiences into Peer Support Feb. 9, 2023 A Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center program trains people to become peer support specialists in underserved areas of Arizona. Read more Image
Valley fever, historically a Southwest fungal infection, may be spreading Feb. 9, 2023 Scientists predict that Valley fever, a historically southwest fungal infection, may begin to expand its borders due to changing weather patterns. Health
Doctors warn of increased risk of heart attack during Super Bowl Feb. 9, 2023 With Super Bowl LVII just days away, some Arizona doctors are asking viewers to monitor their stress levels to decrease the risk of a heart attack. KOLD-TV (Tucson, AZ)
Economic impact of UArizona space sciences rivals that of Super Bowl Feb. 8, 2023 The UArizona astronomy and space sciences operations generate as much money for the local economy every year as a Super Bowl, according to an economic impact report delivered by Rounds Consulting Group. The College of Medicine – Phoenix is mentioned for its space medicine research. AZ Big Media
How the U.S. can get ahead of a spreading disease caused by fungal spores Feb. 8, 2023 Thanks to a hit new HBO show, people are very concerned about Valley Fever – but there are clear actions we can take to prevent a crisis. Rolling Stone
Episode 195: STIs and the vaginal microbiome with Dr. Kate Rhodes and Dr. Melissa Herbst-Kralovetz Feb. 7, 2023 Melissa Herbst-Kralovetz, PhD, associate professor at the College of Medicine – Phoenix, and Kate Rhodes, PhD, a postdoctoral researcher at the BIO5 Institute, discuss STI rates in the U.S., the impacts for women, the link between the vaginal microbiome and cancer, and what it’s like to be a researcher of women’s health. FemTech Focus Podcast
What can be learned from negative findings of two trials in biliary tract cancer Feb. 7, 2023 Two recent clinical trials investigating new ways to treat biliary tract cancer failed to meet their primary endpoints, but investigators believe the studies had a positive impact in space of biliary tract cancer research. The ASCO Post
Key to Healthier Employees Could Be a Quieter – or Louder – Office Space Feb. 6, 2023 A new study suggests that too much – or too little – office noise has a negative effect on employee well-being. Read more Image