UAHS News Archive
People and Programs ‘On The Move’ at UArizona College of Pharmacy
Nov 18, 2020
Recent college notices include a new co-director from Brazil for the Arizona Center for Drug Discovery, prestigious editor posts for two faculty members, and awards and appointments to important pharmaceutical industry committees.
Better Sleep Health May Make It Easier for Smokers to Quit
Nov 17, 2020
Researchers are expanding research showing that creating good sleeping habits can help people quit smoking to focus on smokers who are HIV positive.
Tohono O’odham Nation Commits $1M to UArizona to Combat COVID-19
Nov 13, 2020
The contribution will allow UArizona researchers to continue developing better, more efficient and effective tests for people across the state.
UArizona Increases In-Person Instruction, Cancels Spring Break
Nov 13, 2020
The university also will conduct a testing blitz prior to the Thanksgiving holiday in an effort to reduce travel-related spread of COVID-19.
As Holidays Near, UArizona President Urges Campus to ‘Stay Focused’ on Public Health
Nov 13, 2020
The university remains in stage two of its reentry plan this week, with classes of up to 50 students given the option to meet on campus.
Swish, Gargle, Repeat: UArizona Researcher Explores Mouth Rinse Test as Alternative to COVID-19 Nasal Swab
Nov 13, 2020
A new diagnostic test for coronavirus relies on gargling with saltwater instead of using a nasal swab. Initial results have been encouraging, UArizona virology expert Dr. Michael Worobey says.
Scientists Expand PET Imaging Options Through Simpler Chemistry
Nov 13, 2020
The University of Arizona has licensed new radio-labeling chemistry for PET contrast agents to startup TheraCea Pharma.
UArizona Plans for Holidays, Spring Semester Amid National COVID-19 Spike
Nov 13, 2020
The university is currently allowing courses of up to 50 students to meet on campus. After Thanksgiving, all courses will transition to being fully online.
Pharma Company Licenses UArizona Method for Treating Parkinson's Disease with Ketamine
Nov 10, 2020
In pre-clinical studies, researchers found that low-dose ketamine infusions can improve pain, depression and levodopa-induced dyskinesia in Parkinson's patients.
‘Wellness Wednesdays: Celebrating Health & Holiday’ Series to Provide Encouragement, Sense of Community
Nov 10, 2020
Give yourself the gift of good health! The University of Arizona Health Sciences is offering an uplifting program to improve health and reduce stress.
Dual Inhibitor Strategy May Be Key to Sustainable COVID-19 Treatment
Nov 9, 2020
Researchers in the College of Pharmacy say compounds targeting proteins involved in viral replication may further drug development for treating COVID-19.
Personalized Cancer Vaccine Clinical Trial to Expand Following Promising Early Results
Nov 9, 2020
A study investigating a personalized cancer vaccine has reported a 50% response rate for patients with head and neck cancer in its preliminary data.
Pharma Company Licenses UArizona Method for Treating Parkinson's Disease with Ketamine
Nov 8, 2020
In pre-clinical studies, researchers found that low-dose ketamine infusions can improve pain, depression and levodopa-induced dyskinesia in Parkinson's patients.
Dual Inhibitor Strategy May Be Key to Sustainable COVID-19 Treatment
Nov 8, 2020
Researchers in the College of Pharmacy say compounds targeting proteins involved in viral replication may further drug development for treating COVID-19.
Personalized Cancer Vaccine Clinical Trial to Expand Following Promising Early Results
Nov 8, 2020
A study investigating a personalized cancer vaccine has reported a 50% response rate for patients with head and neck cancer in its preliminary data.
UArizona/Banner Offer Urology Services at Cortaro Road Primary Care Clinic
Nov 5, 2020
University of Arizona Department of Urology faculty member Dr. Sunchin Kim and general urology nurse practitioner Cara Whittingham will provide patient care at the Cortaro Road Banner clinic in Tucson.
Connecting with Dean Hakim: Changing World of Public Health
Nov 3, 2020
Dr. Iman Hakim shares her views on the pandemic, changes in public health education, and her pride in the college.
$7.3M Grant Advances Researcher’s Pursuit of Treatments for Arsenic-Induced Lung Cancer, Type 2 Diabetes
Nov 2, 2020
Dr. Donna D. Zhang’s research focuses on developing pharmaceuticals to prevent or treat exposure to arsenic, which has affected more than 160 million people worldwide.
$7.3M Grant Advances Researcher’s Pursuit of Treatments for Arsenic-Induced Lung Cancer, Type 2 Diabetes
Nov 2, 2020
Dr. Donna D. Zhang’s research focuses on developing pharmaceuticals to prevent or treat exposure to arsenic, which has affected more than 160 million people worldwide.
Lung Ultrasound Training to Help Rural Emergency Medicine Providers Diagnose COVID-19 Patients
Nov 2, 2020
The tele-ultrasound training program for lung point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) will enable rural emergency departments to more effectively identify and treat suspected COVID-19 patients.