UAHS News Archive
AZ HEROES Data Confirm COVID-19 Vaccines Highly Effective
Mar 29, 2021
AZ HEROES study data show a 90% effective rate after the recommended two doses of Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines, confirming trial studies.
Emphysema Immune Responses May Lead To New Treatments
Mar 25, 2021
With a $3.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, Dr. Francesca Polverino will investigate B cell responses in patients with emphysema.
Tackling Insomnia, Sleep Apnea and ‘Coronasomnia’
Mar 23, 2021
Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy says sleep apnea and insomnia are on the rise, and the pandemic has only made matters worse. March is National Sleep Awareness Month.
Cholesterol May Be Key to New Alzheimer’s Disease Therapy
Mar 23, 2021
A unique approach to tackling these two diseases has allowed Dr. Gregory Thatcher to look beyond traditional causes to find novel therapies.
Improving Treatment of Opioid Use Disorder in Arizona
Mar 19, 2021
A new study will examine the impact of COVID-19 on medication for opioid use disorder access and patient health.
Patients Benefit When Health Care Workers Collaborate
Mar 17, 2021
Researchers at the UArizona College of Pharmacy took a comprehensive look at interprofessional collaborative practice, which has long been central to optimal primary care though limited evidence existed regarding its association with patient outcomes.
Reducing COVID-19 Disparities with Inclusive Outreach
Mar 16, 2021
Dr. Sairam Parthasarathy leads the Arizona team tackling the pandemic’s outsize effect on racial and ethnic minority communities across the country.
Training the Next Generation of Cancer Scholars
Mar 16, 2021
The University of Arizona Cancer Center pairs future translational scientists with mentors who teach them how to bridge the bench and the bedside.
Arizona Center for Drug Discovery to Host Spring Summit
Mar 16, 2021
The Virtual Spring Summit will highlight examples of how academic research is contributing to the drug discovery ecosystem.
Parent-Training Approach Shows Promise in Decreasing ADHD Behaviors in Children
Feb 23, 2021
A study found that ADHD behaviors in children were significantly reduced when parents utilized the Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting.
Connecting with Dean Schnellmann: The Future of Pharmacy
Feb 23, 2021
New endowed chairs, dual degrees and rethinking instruction will shape the next five years at the College of Pharmacy.
Parent-Training Approach Shows Promise in Decreasing ADHD Behaviors in Children
Feb 22, 2021
A study found that ADHD behaviors in children were significantly reduced when parents utilized the Nurtured Heart Approach to parenting.
UArizona Health Sciences Faculty Elected Senior Members of National Academy of Inventors
Feb 19, 2021
Drs. Meredith Hay and May Khanna are being recognized by the National Academy of Inventors for their dedication to advancing research technologies.
UArizona Health Sciences Excels in Latest Blue Ridge Rankings on NIH Funding
Feb 17, 2021
Increases in total National Institutes of Health funding have led to higher rankings for several colleges and departments.
Workplace Chemical Exposure Study Leads to Small Business COVID-19 Awareness Campaign
Feb 16, 2021
A public health research team is providing guidance to beauty, auto shop owners in Spanish-speaking areas to reduce COVID-19 infection risks.
Statewide Antibody Testing Initiative Reaches Milestone, Expects Vaccine-Related Increase in Registrations
Feb 15, 2021
The antibody test developed by the UArizonaHealth Sciences research team can be used to confirm a positive antibody response after receiving a COVID-19 vaccine.
Workplace Chemical Exposure Study Leads to Small Business COVID-19 Awareness Campaign
Feb 15, 2021
A public health research team is providing guidance to beauty, auto shop owners in Spanish-speaking areas to reduce COVID-19 infection risks.
More Answers to Your Questions About COVID-19 Vaccinations
Feb 15, 2021
Immunobiologist Dr. Deepta Bhattacharya answers common questions about what to expect after receiving the COVID-19 vaccine.
Workplace Chemical Exposure Study Leads to Small Business COVID-19 Awareness Campaign
Feb 15, 2021
A public health research team is providing guidance to beauty, auto shop owners in Spanish-speaking areas to reduce COVID-19 infection risks.
Harmful Alcohol Use Rising During Pandemic, UArizona Health Sciences Researchers Say
Feb 15, 2021
A study led by researchers in the Department of Psychiatry found hazardous alcohol use increased monthly for those under stay-at-home orders.