Training the Next Generation of Cancer Scholars March 16, 2021 The University of Arizona Cancer Center pairs future translational scientists with mentors who teach them how to bridge the bench and the bedside. Read more Image
Phoenix Among U.S. Sites for Moderna’s COVID-19 Vaccine Trials on Kids March 16, 2021 Moderna's COVID-19 vaccine trials are underway for children between the ages of 6 months and 12 years old. Dr. Shad Marvasti, director of public health, prevention and health promotion at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, said families can sign up their children as registration opens this week. Cronkite News
Here's What You Need to Know About COVID-19 Vaccine Safety and Side Effects March 16, 2021 Studies show that COVID-19 vaccines are effective at keeping people from developing COVID-19 or from getting seriously ill from the new coronavirus even if they do develop the respiratory illness, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. In some cases, patients with lingering questions and doubts may do better to speak with someone they trust, such as a primary care doctor, said Dr. Natasha Bhuyan, a family physician in Phoenix and a faculty member at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix. The Arizona Republic
Sleep Expert Reveals How to Get a Proper Slumber Even Under the Most Stressful Circumstances March 16, 2021 The coronavirus pandemic has changed so much about the way we live our everyday lives, including how we sleep. Dr. Michael Grandner, director of the Sleep and Health Research Program at the University of Arizona College of Medicine –Tucson, shares his expertise on how to get back your beauty sleep. Daily Mail (UK)
UArizona Cancer Center Becomes One of 20 in U.S. to Earn National Rectal Cancer Accreditation March 16, 2021 The colorectal oncology team at the University of Arizona Cancer Center and Banner – University Medicine has earned accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer, a quality program of the American College of Surgeons. BizTUCSON
Terry Badger Honored with Jimmie Holland Lifetime Achievement Award March 15, 2021 Dr. Terry Badger’s work with cancer survivors and their caregivers is being recognized by the American Psychosocial Oncology Society. Read more Image
COVID-19 Lockdowns Linked To Rising, Dangerous Alcohol Use March 15, 2021 The ongoing pandemic has given rise to a significant and alarming trend of increased alcohol use and abuse – especially among younger adults, males and those who have lost their jobs – according to a new study by University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers. KJZZ-FM (NPR) Phoenix, AZ
It’s Easy to Wear a Mask for Another One or Two Months to Save Lives: Emergency Physician March 15, 2021 Dr. Murtaza Akhter, an emergency physician at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix joins the Yahoo Finance Live panel to discuss the latest COVID-19 vaccine news. Yahoo Finance
Sleep Experts on the 15 Amazon Products They Swear by March 15, 2021 Michael Grandner, director of the Sleep and Health Research Program at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson, is among a group of sleep experts who give their opinions on various sleep products. CNN
Many Trump Fans Ditched Masks. Will They Skip the Vaccine? March 15, 2021 Dr. Murtaza Akhter, an emergency physician at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix, discusses vaccine acceptance and the public health consequences of not getting vaccinated. MSNBC - The 11th Hour With Brian Williams