How racism skewed estimates of heart disease in women Nov. 11, 2022 People of color tend to “age” faster, resulting in imprecise estimates of the timing of heart disease and diabetes. Kim Lind, PhD, assistant research professor in the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, is quoted. Science Magazine
Health literacy in cancer care begins with the nursing staff Nov. 11, 2022 Sandra Kurtin, PhD, ANP-C, AOCN, a hematology/oncology nurse practitioner at the UArizona Cancer Center and clinical assistant professor in the College of Medicine – Tucson, discussed improving health literacy in oncology care during the 40th Annual Chemotherapy Foundation Symposium. Oncology Nursing News
Daily social rhythms, sleep affect abdominal adiposity after job loss Nov. 10, 2022 The frequency and consistency of social rhythms and sleep play an important role in waist circumference change after job loss, according to study data published in Obesity. Endocrine Today
'Groundbreaking' results with nasal spray for home tachycardia conversion Nov. 9, 2022 A Phase 3 clinical trial showed that etripamil, formulated as a self-administered nasal spray, shortened spontaneous paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia episodes among patients in at-home settings. NewsBit
What wins for Medicaid and the minimum wage mean for the future of ballot initiatives Nov. 9, 2022 The marquee races for governor and U.S. Senate got the most attention in this year’s midterm elections, but Arizona was also the battleground for the future of ballot initiatives in the U.S. Vox
COVID-19 cases are on the rise. Here's how to prepare for an expected surge Nov. 9, 2022 COVID-19 cases are on the rise in some parts of the country, and some public health officials are concerned about the possibility of another winter surge. KJZZ-FM
VETS Center at UArizona Health Sciences Is Veterans Sanctuary Nov. 8, 2022 One of two locations on campus, the VETS Center at the UArizona Health Sciences Library provides a safe and friendly space for students and faculty. Read more Image
A commitment to community health Nov. 8, 2022 The All of Us Research Program University of Arizona-Banner Health named Berta Carbajal the September/October Arizona Health Champion during National Hispanic Heritage Month this year for her work with promotores de salud. Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
For people over 65, dementia prevalence has dropped by nearly a third Nov. 8, 2022 New research finds the prevalence of dementia is dropping for people over 65 in the U.S. Healthline