How D.A. Henderson Saved the Planet from Smallpox. Twice. By Mark Liu Jan. 30, 2026 Really, he just wanted to be a cardiologist. Instead, in a globe-spanning career packed with high adventure and serious risk-taking, D. A. Henderson became known as the first person in history to ...
When Famed Photographer Ansel Adams Turned to Rochester for Inspiration By Mark Liu Jan. 30, 2026 The Ansel Adams photographs offer a glimpse into the history of the University through the eyes of one of the greatest artists ever to peer through a lens. Note: This story originally appeared in ...
Patient Care What Medications Are Safe to Take During Pregnancy? By Nina Elias, Sydney Burrows Jan. 29, 2026 Some pregnant people worry that taking medication could harm their baby, leading to tough choices and unnecessary stress. But you don’t have to choose between your health and your baby’s.
People University of Rochester Medical Center Names Randall J. Kimple, MD, PhD, to Lead Department of Radiation Oncology By Kellie Fraver Jan. 27, 2026 Randall J. Kimple, MD, PhD, MBA, FASTRO, will join the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) as Philip Rubin Professor and Chair of the University of Rochester’s Department of Radiation ...
Patient Care How to Fight the Winter Blues and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) This Winter By Sydney Burrows Jan. 27, 2026 With shorter days, freezing temperatures, and less sunlight during winter, many people experience a low mood or lack of energy—often called the “winter blues." UR Medicine experts share their ...
Research Eastman Institute Awarded $2.9 Million to Study Dental Implant Failures By Karen Black Jan. 26, 2026 Eastman Institute for Oral Health has been awarded $2.9 million to study why dental implants sometimes fail and how those failures might be prevented.
Patient Care When Pain Becomes Chronic Pain: Should I See a Doctor? By Elizabeth Beach Jan. 26, 2026 What causes chronic pain? Know the signs that you should seek treatment from experts, like a chronic pain treatment center.
Patient Care How to Shovel Snow Without Injury By Lori Barrette, Lizzy Beach Jan. 25, 2026 Snow shoveling can be tough on our muscles—especially the lower back. Remember these expert tips for avoiding injury during this snowy New York winter.
Research More News on Taurine’s Link to Cancer: As It Fuels Leukemia, It May Also Impact Bone Health By Leslie Orr Jan. 23, 2026 The work underscores the need to investigate the entire environment around cancer cells.
Patient Care Early Signs of Congenital Heart Defects in Babies: What Parents Should Watch For By Kathleen Rock Jan. 22, 2026 Congenital heart defects (CHDs) are the most common type of birth defect. While most are minor and can be detected early, knowing what's normal—and what needs evaluation—can help parents act quickly ...