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Falloposcope cancer screening tool testing advances to next steps

Jennifer Barton, PhD, is spearheading an effort to diagnose ovarian cancer earlier and give high-risk patients a new option.

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Why does losing the Y chromosome make some cancers worse? New $6.5M NIH grant could provide clues

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Researchers find potential link between chronic pain, immune condition

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New imaging tech promises to help doctors better diagnose and treat skin cancers

Uniquely U of A Health Sciences

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Christina Kalel awarded U of A Staff Award of Excellence

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$10M PCORI funding award will fuel study of sleep apnea in people with Down syndrome

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Can AI and a smartphone improve mental health treatment?

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Toxic metals linked to impaired growth in infants in Guatemala

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Scientists on a quest to prevent asthma by boosting immune system

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Slower arm movements linked to greater fall risk for older adults

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Public Health launches first AI summer program

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Nursing’s Rina Fox recognized for work in behavioral cancer care

2 Health Sciences-led teams win awards in Big Idea Challenge

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Zuckerman College of Public Health celebrates Class of 2025

Skoll Foundation gift

$5M Skoll Foundation gift will help protect communities from future pandemics

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Kacey Ernst keeps tackling pressing public health issues