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Grant Funds Rape Forensic Exam Program at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson
Aug 31, 2021
The nearly $500,000 in funding from the U.S. Department of Justice also helped create a Sexual Assault Response Team with experts from the university, hospital and community to guide the program and ensure it meets survivor needs.
UAHS Healthy Dose Blog: The Arizona Monsoon, Lightning and Your Health
Aug 3, 2021
Monsoon in Arizona comprises the wettest and most lightning-prone months of the year. Learn how to avoid being struck and what to do if you are. By Dan Schlager, MD, clinical professor of emergency medicine. Also, UArizona Engineering Students’ project tests Dr. Schlager’s Lightning Protection Technology.
Dr. Alice Min Simpkins Receives UArizona Provost Award for Innovation in Teaching
Jul 20, 2021
Alice Min Simpkins, MD, professor of emergency medicine, and assistant dean, Career Development, UA College of Medicine – Tucson Office of Faculty Affairs, has been selected as the recipient of the University of Arizona Provost Award for Innovation in Teaching.
COVID-19 Vaccine Reduces Infection Severity, Length, Viral Load
Jun 30, 2021
Real-world data from the AZ HEROES study show COVID-19 vaccines are highly effective in preventing SARS-CoV-2 infections, and when breakthrough infections do occur, the level of infection and impact of the disease are significantly reduced.
UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson’s Accelerated Pathway to Medical Education Welcomes First Class
Jun 28, 2021
The UArizona College of Medicine – Tucson has accepted six high school graduates in a new program that reduces the time to a medical degree to seven years.
NIH Grant To Fund Medical Scientist Training Program
Jun 16, 2021
The Medical Scientist Training Program is designed to train students planning careers in academic medicine or biomedical research.
New Degree to Prepare Students for Health Care Careers
Jun 9, 2021
A new Bachelor of Science in Medicine expands opportunities for students to pursue jobs in health care, where demand for trained professionals is rising.
Living Healthy With Arthritis Conference To Focus On Mental Health and Resiliency
May 12, 2021
Jordan Karp, MD, an expert on mental health in the aging population, will deliver the keynote address at the Arizona Arthritis Center’s Living Healthy With Arthritis Conference.
College of Medicine – Tucson Hosts Virtual Research Day
Apr 29, 2021
Data blitzes, spotlight talks and special session on diversity, equity and inclusion highlight the second annual event that is free and open to the public.
