Research In Pursuit of a Universal Flu Shot By Emily Boynton Nov. 2, 2017 Developing a universal flu vaccine that would protect against all seasonal and pandemic strains of the flu virus is no easy task, and new research suggests that one of the most promising strategies ...
Patient Care UR Medicine Hosts Bladder Health Information Event November 15 By Barbara Ficarra Nov. 2, 2017 n recognition of November as National Bladder Health Awareness Month, and UR Medicine Adult Pelvic Health and Continence Care will host a free educational event on bladder health for women and men, ...
Research Scientists Link Pancreatic Cancer Survival to Four Genes By Leslie Orr Nov. 2, 2017 Alterations in four main genes are responsible for how long patients survive with pancreatic cancer, according to a new study in Jama Oncology.
Patient Care URMC Palliative Care Program Earns Top National Certification By Lori Barrette Oct. 30, 2017 The Palliative Care Program at UR Medicine’s Strong Memorial Hospital has once again earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Palliative Care Certification.
Patient Care Erie County Woman Running Again After Heart, Lung Failure By Leslie White Oct. 30, 2017 Jennifer Bardrof was the picture of health: a young mother of two, schoolteacher and avid runner. Yet when she experienced flu-like symptoms, no one expected it would lead to heart and lung failure ...
Patient Care HEAL Program Marks First Successful Year By Christine Roth Oct. 29, 2017 The HEAL program, which turned one-year old this month, is among the first in the nation to offer interpersonal violence victims access to physical and mental health services, as well as legal and ...
Patient Care Keeping the 'Treat' in Trick-or-Treating By Lori Barrette Oct. 27, 2017 Halloween is an exciting time for many children and trick-or-treating is a staple of the fall season. Golisano Children's Hospital pediatrician Dr. Stephen Cook offers advice for avoiding the ...
Research “Bubbles” Boost Search for Treatment to Aid Head and Neck Cancer Patients By Leslie Orr Oct. 25, 2017 A scientific team at the University of Rochester is using innovative technology to discover preventative treatments for salivary gland radiation damage typical for head and neck cancer patients—and ...
Patient Care Surveillance Officer Maria Gaitán Recognized for Infection Prevention Role By Karin Gaffney Christensen Oct. 24, 2017 Gaitán, health project coordinator for the Center for Community Health’s Emerging Infections Program, received the “Outstanding Contribution to Infection Prevention” award by the Rochester Finger ...
Patient Care Roasted Cauliflower Curry Soup By Ruth Harper-Rhode Oct. 24, 2017 Cauliflower and curry pair well together in many dishes. Enjoy a bowl of this on a cool fall day.
