Augmentation strategies for treatment-resistant depression March 20, 2024 Rohit Madan, MD, co-authors an analysis of augmentation treatment strategies for patients with treatment-resistant depression. Psychiatric Times
Future physicians celebrate Match Day, look forward to medical careers March 19, 2024 Fourth-year University of Arizona College of Medicine – Tucson students ripped open envelopes to learn where they’ll launch their careers as new physicians. Read more Image
Tucson Speaks Out: March 19 letters of the day March 19, 2024 Maya Collier, Amelia Proudfoot, Cody Davis, Jasleen Punia and Samuel Rodriguez, Master of Public Health students at the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health, write a letter to the editor advocating for a smoke-free lifestyle. Arizona Daily Star
When do conversations about Biden, Trump veer into ageism? March 19, 2024 Jordan F. Karp, MD, is interviewed about myths and science surrounding the perceived age-related cognitive decline of the 2024 presidential candidates. KJZZ-Radio (Phoenix, AZ)
Reinventing the 6MWT with wearable sensors March 19, 2024 Marvin J. Slepian, MD, is leading a clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of a wearable sensor that monitors heart rate and acceleration so investigators can gather more data from each patient during the widely used six-minute walk test. Clinical Trials (UK)
Going green (light) for migraine and pain: A conversation with Mohab Ibrahim March 19, 2024 Mohab Ibrahim, MD, PhD, is interviewed about the science of green light, its potential as a therapy for migraine and pain, and lingering questions about the approach. Migraine Collaborative
From uncertainty to elation, the Class of 2024 matches March 19, 2024 Despite entering medical school during a global pandemic, the Class of 2024 persevered, matching into prestigious programs across the country. Read more Image
Kent Campbell, pivotal figure in the fight against malaria, dies at 80 March 18, 2024 Carlos “Kent” Campbell, MD, MPH, an esteemed public health physician, malaria expert and global health champion, died Feb. 21. Campbell was instrumental in the creation of the Mel and Enid Zuckerman College of Public Health. The New York Times