COVID-19 Is Still Circulating in Arizona. Is It Too Soon to Stop Wearing Masks on Planes? April 11, 2022 COVID-19 is still circulating in the U.S. and Arizona, but one of the last holdout rules for preventing the virus may soon go away: face mask requirements on public transportation, including planes. The Arizona Republic
Now’s a Great Time to Receive Your COVID-19 Vaccine April 11, 2022 If you haven’t received a COVID-19 vaccine yet, now’s the time to join many other of your fellow Arizonans doing so right now. KTAR-FM (Phoenix, AZ)
With New Grant Funding, Researchers Hope to Identify Valley Fever Hotspots April 11, 2022 The Arizona Board of Regents is putting $4.5 million toward Valley fever research over the next three years. KJZZ-FM (Phoenix, AZ)
Our Neighbor’s Farm and Pantry Holds Free Health Screenings April 11, 2022 Our Neighbor’s Farm and Pantry will distribute food on April 12 as well as offer free health screenings and information 10 a.m. to noon with support from the University of Arizona Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. Gila Valley Central
Valley Fever Collaborative Awarded $3.3M in Research Funds April 8, 2022 The Arizona Board of Regents earmarked $3.3 million to support research into Valley fever detection technology, genomics and seasonal outbreak patterns. Read more Image
Phoenix's New Biotech Hub Seeks To Boost Life Sciences Ambitions April 8, 2022 Phoenix will soon be the home of the Center for Advanced Molecular and Immunological Therapies, a new University of Arizona Health Sciences center focused on developing biological therapies that stimulate or suppress the immune system to fight disease. Bisnow
Heart Rhythm Monitor Implanted After MI Fails to Prevent CV Events April 8, 2022 In patients with myocardial infarction at high risk for stroke, implanting a loop recorder did not impact subsequent cardiovascular events, according to a new study. Healio
Preparing One Health Veterinary Practitioners April 7, 2022 A thorough understanding of One Health assists CVM students in developing and leading community health endeavors. Read more Image
Flinn Foundation Commits $5.52M to UArizona College of Medicine – Phoenix April 7, 2022 The gift will establish two faculty positions and support research in cardiovascular diseases, neurosciences and mental health. Read more Image