UAHS News Archive
COM-P Research to Monitor Health of SpaceX Astronauts
Sep 14, 2021
Novel molecular diagnostics technology to monitor four crew members during first all-civilian mission to orbit Earth.
NIH Grant Advances Research on Women’s Brains, Menopause and Increased Risk for Alzheimer’s
Aug 31, 2021
The Center for Innovation in Brain Science received a $15.1 million grant from the National Institutes on Aging to investigate perimenopausal brain aging.
UArizona to Monitor Health of SpaceX Inspiration4 Crew
Aug 30, 2021
College Researchers Designed Novel Molecular Diagnostics Technology to Monitor the Health of Four Crew Members during First All-Civilian Mission to Orbit
Study Suggests Vaccination Push Needed to Fight Delta Variant
Aug 24, 2021
The AZ HEROES longitudinal study on COVID-19 shows a decline in vaccine effectiveness from 91% prior to delta variant predominance to 66% afterward, suggesting an increased level of vaccination will be required to end the pandemic.
Researchers To Study Impact of Nurse Cannabis and Substance Use on Patient Care
Aug 18, 2021
A new study led by the University of Arizona College of Nursing will examine the prevalence of cannabis and other substance use in nurses who may work through significant pain and be at risk for substance abuse.
UArizona Researchers Develop Regenerative, Safe Therapeutic for Alzheimer's Disease
Aug 13, 2021
Developed in the University of Arizona Health Sciences Center for Innovation in Brain Science, the therapy has been licensed to startup NeuTherapeutics Inc.
Novel Nanotechnology Found to Enhance Fight Against Colorectal Cancer and Melanoma
Aug 12, 2021
A first-of-its-kind nanotherapeutic delivery system demonstrated remarkable efficacy against both early-stage and difficult-to-treat late-stage metastatic tumors.
Public Health Faculty and Students Pursue Global Research
Aug 9, 2021
Six fellows working with faculty mentors will conduct research around the world as part of this year’s Global Health Equity Scholars fellowship program.
Study Will Test Treatments for Concussion-related Headache
Aug 5, 2021
Researchers are studying existing therapies and those in clinical trials to pinpoint the most effective medications for concussion-related headaches.
Mild COVID-19 Infections Can Still Cause Long-term Symptoms
Aug 4, 2021
Data from a University of Arizona Health Sciences longitudinal study on COVID-19 shows that 67% of people with mild or moderate COVID-19 infection develop long COVID, with symptoms that last more than 30 days after a positive test.
Clinical Trial to Study a Breathing Exercise for Sleep Apnea
Aug 3, 2021
A new clinical trial will assess the impact of inspiratory muscle training on blood pressure in adults with obstructive sleep apnea and hypertension.
Guest Column: One Breath at a Time
Aug 2, 2021
When Dr. Taylor Riall was diagnosed with lung cancer, navigating her diagnosis became a pivot point in her life.
New Program to Boost Rural Behavioral Health Care Workforce
Jul 29, 2021
A new program will train psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner students and psychology interns in real-world integrated health care settings.
Better Care for Seniors with Telemedicine, Integrated Care
Jul 26, 2021
Dr. Lorraine Martin-Plank says the pandemic revealed multiple improvements that can be made to help older adults in nursing homes stay engaged and healthy.
AZ HEROES Awarded $15M to Further Study COVID-19 Immunity
Jul 21, 2021
A research study that started by analyzing COVID-19 immunity and vaccine effectiveness in frontline workers is broadening to include children.
AZ HEROES Awarded $15M to Further Study COVID-19 Immunity
Jul 20, 2021
A research study that started by analyzing COVID-19 immunity and vaccine effectiveness in frontline workers is broadening to include children.
The Entourage Effect: Cannabis Terpenes and Pain Relief
Jul 14, 2021
Researchers in the Comprehensive Pain and Addiction Center have found that terpenes mimic cannabinoids and produce similar pain-relieving effects.
Bacteria Are Key to Vaginal Health, Researchers Say
Jul 13, 2021
A recent study by researchers at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix defines a mechanistic role for an understudied bacteria family in gynecologic disease.
Connecting with Director Brinton: Lifting all Brains
Jul 12, 2021
Dr. Roberta Diaz Brinton discusses her passion for Alzheimer's disease research and what's next for the Center for Innovation in Brain Science.
Advancing Hormone Therapies to Reduce Alzheimer’s Risk
Jul 9, 2021
When it comes to post-menopausal hormone therapy, the type, route and duration all play a role in reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases.