Research Study: The Science behind Bodily Secretions By Emily Boynton Apr. 5, 2016 The secretion of fluids like saliva and digestive juices are important in countless activities that keep our bodies running day and night. A new study uncovers a previously mysterious process that ...
Patient Care Prediabetes: Can You Control What Comes Next? By Lori Barrette Apr. 5, 2016 Managing diabetes is a daily routine for about 30 million Americans. But upwards of three times that number of adults have prediabetes—blood sugar levels higher than they should be. UR Medicine ...
Research Immune-stimulating Drug, with Chemo, Shrinks Pancreas Tumors By Leslie Orr Apr. 4, 2016 The results of an early (phase 1b) clinical trial for pancreatic cancer show that an experimental therapy can control tumors well enough to make some patients eligible for surgery, according to data ...
Education Assistant Dean to Reflect on Medical School Diversity By Christine Roth Apr. 4, 2016 University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry assistant dean for Medical Education and Student Affairs Brenda D. Lee, M.Ed., will reflect on her 39-year career in medical school education, ...
Patient Care Updates on Livingston County vehicle accident By Rebecca Youmell Apr. 4, 2016 Updates on Livingston County vehicle accident
Patient Care Doctors, Chefs Partner in Recipe for Fighting Cancer By Lori Barrette Apr. 1, 2016 With mounting evidence that diet and lifestyle can prevent or even reverse some cancers, experts from the UR Program for Nutrition in Medicine and the New York Wine and Culinary Center have teamed up ...
Patient Care Winning at Losing: How Much Weight Loss Does it Take to Be Healthier? By Lori Barrette Mar. 31, 2016 Dramatic weight-loss stories can be inspiring to some, yet daunting to others who find their ideal-weight goal elusive. But a new study shows you can win even if you aren’t "The Biggest Loser." UR ...
Patient Care Avoiding 'Superbugs': Are Antibiotics the Answer? By Lori Barrette Mar. 30, 2016 When cold symptoms are making you miserable, you may think an antibiotic is the right remedy. But overuse and misuse of antibiotics can create antibiotic-resistant bacteria, or “superbugs.” UR ...
