UAPD Leadership Prepares Department to Welcome Students Back for Fall 2022 Aug. 23, 2022 University of Arizona Police Department Chief Paula Balafas shares thoughts on the start of the fall semester. KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)
The Viruses Are Winning: There’s Still Time to Fight Back Aug. 23, 2022 Felicia Goodrum, PhD, professor of immunobiology in the College of Medicine – Tucson, co-authored an opinion article on emerging viruses. The Hill
What Older Adults Do While They Sit Affects Dementia Risk, Study Finds Aug. 23, 2022 Adults ages 60 and older who sit for long periods watching TV or engaging in other passive, sedentary behaviors may be at increased risk of developing dementia, according to a new study. Science Daily
Aging Well with Dr. Lisa O’Neill Aug. 22, 2022 The UArizona Center on Aging associate director does her best to add value to appreciation of older adults, their caregivers and careers supporting them. Read more Image
Vaccine Maker Asks FDA to Greenlight Updated Omicron Booster Shot Aug. 22, 2022 The U.S. is one step closer to having new COVID-19 booster shots available as soon as this fall. NPR
How to Use the Navy SEAL Sleep Technique to Fall Asleep Quickly Aug. 21, 2022 Andrew Weil, MD, founder and director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine in the College of Medicine – Tucson, developed the 4-7-8 sleep method, which he calls “a natural tranquilizer for the nervous system." Geeky News
Waking Up at Same Time Every Night Could Be Sign of Serious Condition Aug. 20, 2022 A condition called sleep apnea may be responsible for restless nights. Birmingham Live
Anne Heche Was an Organ Donor: Are You? Aug. 20, 2022 In addition to organ donation, Arizona residents have another option: whole body donation. LexBlog
Spinal News International’s Top 10 Most Popular Stories of July 2022 Aug. 19, 2022 Spinal News International’s top 10 industry news highlights included a study by Ali Baaj, MD, associate professor in the UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, about the routine use of antibiotics after spine surgery. Spinal News International