Research Breastmilk Sugars Differ in Pregnant Women on Probiotics By URMC Communications Jan. 22, 2019 The complex sugars found in human breastmilk, long believed to be fixed in their composition, may change in women who are taking probiotics.
Research New Research Seeks to Understand Link Between Iron and Brain Development By Mark Michaud Oct. 24, 2018 Iron deficiency is the one of the most prevalent nutritional deficiencies in the world and affects mainly pregnant mothers and young children.
Patient Care Lupus Education Program Set for Oct. 27 at URMC By Leslie White Oct. 12, 2018 Lupus-related skin changes, complementary therapies and the latest research advances are the focus of a half-day education program for patients and caregivers. The event will be held 8:30 a.m. to ...
Patient Care Breast Cancer: Simple Steps May Reduce Your Risk By Lori Barrette Oct. 8, 2018 Breast cancer is the most common non-skin cancer among women. While treatments have improved significantly, prevention is always preferred. UR Medicine cancer specialist Dr. Alissa Huston shares some ...
Patient Care Q and A: Breast Cancer Screening By Lori Barrette Oct. 3, 2018 It's Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which annually sheds light on the importance of early detection. UR Medicine women's imaging specialist Dr. Avice O'Connell answers a few questions women commonly ...
Community $1.8M Grant Supports Life-Changing Cancer Services Across the Finger Lakes Region By Karin Gaffney Christensen Oct. 1, 2018 The URMC Center for Community Health and Prevention will use the state funding to expand its Cancer Services Program of Monroe County to the surrounding of Seneca, Yates, Wayne, Ontario and ...
Patient Care New Book by UR Medicine Gynecologist, Wilmot Experts Explores Menopause and Breast Cancer By Lydia Fernandez Jul. 12, 2018 UR Medicine gynecologist James R. Woods Jr., M.D., and experts from Wilmot Cancer Institute have compiled a new book titled The Little Book of Menopause: Living with the Challenges of Breast Cancer.
Patient Care YMCA of Greater Rochester, UR Medicine Announce Exclusive Collaboration By Karin Gaffney Christensen May. 15, 2018 Area residents will have greater access to UR Medicine wellness programs and clinical services at 17 YMCA of Greater Rochester locations, under terms of a collaboration agreement announced today.
Patient Care Gift of Life Provides Strength, Hope to Auburn Woman, Family By Leslie White May. 11, 2018 As Mother’s Day nears, Roberta Watkins says only a hug from her 9-year-old compares with the extraordinary gift she received two weeks ago at UR Medicine’s Strong Memorial Hospital. A generous donor ...
Research Researchers Partner with Moms to Overcome Breastfeeding Obstacles By Leslie Orr May. 2, 2018 The message, “breast is best” may be familiar and powerful, but it’s not enough to get some women to breastfeed. A new University of Rochester Medical Center project creates a partnership with ...
