Tai Chi May Reduce Depression, Anxiety in Stroke Survivors June 24, 2021 A new study finds that tai chi may reduce depression, anxiety and stress, as well as improve sleep, in people who have had a stroke. "Tai chi practice allows the individual to quiet the mind by dwelling in the present and setting aside unnecessary negative emotions, such as depression," said study co-author Ruth Taylor-Piliae, an associate professor at the College of Nursing. Healio
American Lung Association in Arizona Expands Leadership Board June 24, 2021 Lynn B. Gerald, PhD., MSPH, Canyon Ranch endowed chair and professor in the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, has been appointed to the American Lung Association Leadership Board. In Business Phoenix
UArizona Health Sciences Study Provides Hope to Head and Neck Cancer Patients June 23, 2021 A new treatment for head and neck cancer shows promising results in a clinical trial led by University of Arizona Health Sciences researchers. Read more Image
Researchers Focus on Building a Resilient Brain To Prevent Alzheimer’s Disease June 23, 2021 Fei Yin, PhD, of the Center for Innovation in Brain Science has received a $1.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to determine the role of an Alzheimer’s risk-factor gene in regulating the brain energy production system. Read more Image
Walmart Supports Tucson Community With Grants to Local Nonprofits June 23, 2021 As part of Walmart's Health and Wellness Giving Day, Walmart Neighborhood Markets across the country are committing to award more than $1 million to local organizations that support health and wellness in their communities. The largest grant of $20,000 is going to The University of Arizona Sarver Heart Center Minority Outreach Program. Patch.com
Business Awards Earned in Tucson and Southern Arizona June 23, 2021 The College of Medicine – Tucson earned its best ranking on the U.S. News & World Report diversity index – tied for No. 17 overall and tied for No. 13 among public universities. Arizona Daily Star
Dr. Andreia Chignalia Recognized with Health Sciences Career Development Award June 22, 2021 Read more Image
Guest Column: Developing Relevant, Accessible Online Education June 22, 2021 UArizona Health Sciences International offers new ways to reach, teach and support current and future professionals to serve a growing aging population. Read more Image
You’ll Never Guess Who’s Making Bank Selling $250 Preflight COVID Tests June 22, 2021 The pre-travel testing for vaccinated people especially can be a financial hurdle if arrival countries require it,” said Saskia Popescu, an epidemiologist and adjunct professor who teaches at the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. “Ideally, we should have rapid, high-quality testing readily available to people and that includes at no or low cost.” Slate