Studying how meditation helps breast cancer survivors and their partners March 10, 2023 Thaddeus Pace, PhD, associate professor in the UArizona College of Nursing, is researching the scientific benefits of meditation for breast cancer survivors. Let Life Happen
Arizona health officials warn of rising fentanyl doses in cocaine, other drugs March 10, 2023 The Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center and other agencies are issuing a warning regarding fentanyl found in cocaine. KJZZ-FM (Phoenix, AZ)
Oscars Red Carpet Welcomed UArizona Cancer Center Researcher March 9, 2023 Whether it is Bollywood dancing or hobnobbing with stars, Dr. Rachna Shroff fits it all in around her research on gastrointestinal cancer treatments. Read more Image
How to design an office that will keep employees healthy and satisfied? March 9, 2023 A new study finds that the design of workspaces has a real effect on the satisfaction of employees and their work performance. Esther Sternberg, MD, professor of medicine and director of research for the Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine in the College of Medicine – Tucson, co-authored the study and is quoted. The Limited Times
Startup Metfora to advance development of AI-enabled diagnostic technology March 9, 2023 Metfora has announced an award to pursue the detection of chronic diseases via multiplex analysis of circulating metabolites. The diagnostic technology was originally developed by College of Medicine – Tucson associate professors Ruslan Rafikov, PhD, and Olga Rafikova, MD, PhD. Real Estate Daily News
Did you know colon cancer has increased in young adults? March 9, 2023 The rate of colorectal cancer has been rising among adults younger than 50. Some groups have been hit by the rising trend more than others. Looking for the Light
Community Lecture Event Highlights Pharmacists’ Impact March 7, 2023 The University of Arizona R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy is hosting PharmTalk, an evening of brief lectures highlighting the clinicians and researchers working to create a healthier future. Read more Image
Arizona agencies warn of fentanyl found in cocaine March 7, 2023 Due to recent cases and one known death, several agencies are issuing a warning regarding fentanyl found in cocaine. Steven Dudley, PharmD, DABAT, director of the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center, is quoted. KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)
Dr. Ivo Abraham column: The 2022 WHO biosimilar guidelines – loosening the reins or changing the track? Part 2 March 7, 2023 Ivo Abraham, PhD, professor of practice in the R. Ken Coit College of Pharmacy, continues to examine how biosimilar guidelines from the World Health Organization have changed over time and how they view interchangeability and animal study requirements. The Center for Biosimilars
UArizona experts: Evidence doesn't support COVID lab leak 'fervor' March 7, 2023 Despite a barrage of national headlines this past week, UArizona experts say the theory that the COVID-19 virus originated from a Chinese lab leak isn’t credible at this point. Felicia Goodrum, PhD, professor of immunobiology in the College of Medicine – Tucson, is quoted. Arizona Daily Star