Startup Metfora to advance development of AI-enabled diagnostic technology March 9, 2023 Metfora has announced an award to pursue the detection of chronic diseases via multiplex analysis of circulating metabolites. The diagnostic technology was originally developed by College of Medicine – Tucson associate professors Ruslan Rafikov, PhD, and Olga Rafikova, MD, PhD. Real Estate Daily News
Did you know colon cancer has increased in young adults? March 9, 2023 The rate of colorectal cancer has been rising among adults younger than 50. Some groups have been hit by the rising trend more than others. Looking for the Light
Community Lecture Event Highlights Pharmacists’ Impact March 7, 2023 The University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is hosting PharmTalk, an evening of brief lectures highlighting the clinicians and researchers working to create a healthier future. Read more Image
UArizona experts: Evidence doesn't support COVID lab leak 'fervor' March 7, 2023 Despite a barrage of national headlines this past week, UArizona experts say the theory that the COVID-19 virus originated from a Chinese lab leak isn’t credible at this point. Felicia Goodrum, PhD, professor of immunobiology in the College of Medicine – Tucson, is quoted. Arizona Daily Star
Arizona agencies warn of fentanyl found in cocaine March 7, 2023 Due to recent cases and one known death, several agencies are issuing a warning regarding fentanyl found in cocaine. Steven Dudley, PharmD, DABAT, director of the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, is quoted. KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)
Dr. Ivo Abraham column: The 2022 WHO biosimilar guidelines – loosening the reins or changing the track? Part 2 March 7, 2023 Ivo Abraham, PhD, professor of practice in the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, continues to examine how biosimilar guidelines from the World Health Organization have changed over time and how they view interchangeability and animal study requirements. The Center for Biosimilars
Training Genetic Counselors to Advance Precision Medicine March 6, 2023 A master’s program trains students to interpret and communicate genetic health information to help guide the treatment of patients and family members. Read more Thumbnail
Tucson nonprofits to compete for funding in 'Fast Pitch' event March 6, 2023 Eight local nonprofits will vie for more than $115,000 at the eighth annual "Fast Pitch Tucson" to be held March 30 at the UArizona Health Sciences Innovation Building. Arizona Daily Star
Older people with anxiety frequently don’t get help. Here’s why March 6, 2023 The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force did not include people age 65 and older in its recommendation last year to screen adults for anxiety. The task force noted that questionnaires used to screen for anxiety may be unreliable for older adults. CNN