An Inside Look at Mentoring in a Pharmacy Lab Sept. 10, 2020 Health Sciences researchers are recognized for mentoring students in the lab. Here’s a look at how one PI guides a graduate research assistant. Read more Image
Is It Safe to Get a Haircut? Here Are the Risks of 5 Everyday Activities During COVID-19 Sept. 10, 2020 In general, deciding whether to take part in an activity is “not one size fits all,” said Dr. Shad Marvasti, director of public health at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix. He said anyone who could be considered a vulnerable individual, such as someone who has a chronic disease or compromised immune system, should consider how essential it is to take part in a potentially risky activity. Arizona Republic
Green Light Therapy Shown to Reduce Migraine Frequency, Intensity Sept. 10, 2020 New research from the University of Arizona Health Sciences found that people who suffer from migraine may benefit from green light therapy, which was shown to reduce the frequency and intensity of headaches and improve patient quality of life. Science Daily
Shining a Green Light on a New Preventive Therapy for Migraine Sept. 9, 2020 People who suffer from migraine are reducing their pain and improving their quality of life thanks to pain specialists at the University of Arizona Health Sciences and their green light research. Read more Image
Green Light Therapy Shown to Reduce Migraine Frequency, Intensity Sept. 9, 2020 A study by University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers found that green light therapy resulted in about a 60% reduction in the pain intensity of the headache phase and number of days per month people experienced migraine headaches. Read more Image
Fact Finders: Paper Towels vs. Air Dryers? Researchers Look at Hand-Drying Debate Sept. 9, 2020 Many individuals recovering from COVID-19 are experiencing lingering symptoms that can last for weeks. One post-viral symptom is something called "brain fog." Dr. Shad Marvasti, an associate professor and director of public health and prevention curriculum at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Phoenix, explains the symptoms of brain fog. KJZZ-FM (NPR) Phoenix
Buckmaster Show 9/9/2020: The Uncertain Future of Old Tucson Sept. 9, 2020 Dr. Victoria Maizes, executive director of the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine at the University of Arizona, discusses the “prescribing cascade” and the health risks to older adults who take multiple medications to treat different chronic conditions. Buckmastser Show
University COVID Cases Sept. 9, 2020 Report on the number of COVID cases among students at Arizona’s three state universities. Dr. Shad Marvasti from the University of Arizona College of Medicine says the amount of partying among students is a concern. KPHO-TV (CBS) Phoenix
'Brain Fog' One Of the Lingering Symptoms Of COVID-19 Sept. 9, 2020 Many individuals recovering from COVID-19 are experiencing lingering symptoms that can last for weeks. One post-viral symptom is something called "brain fog." Dr. Shad Marvasti, an associate professor and director of public health and prevention curriculum at the University of Arizona College of Medicine in Phoenix, explains the symptoms of brain fog. KJZZ-FM (NPR) Phoenix
College of Medicine – Phoenix Media Production Team Honored with Bronze Telly Award Sept. 8, 2020 Read more Image