Patient Care Government Task Force Changes Prostate Cancer Screening Recommendations By Ruth Harper-Rhode Apr. 13, 2017 Since 2012, the United States Preventive Task Force (USPSTF) has recommended against prostate cancer screening, but the task force recently shifted their view and now encourages some men from ages 44 ...
Research Retraining the Brain to See After Stroke By Susanne Pallo Apr. 12, 2017 A new study out today in Neurology, provides the first evidence that rigorous visual training restores rudimentary sight in patients who went partially blind after suffering a stroke. Patients who ...
Patient Care 16th Annual Rochester River Run/Walk 5K set for Sunday, April 23 By Matt Ulakovic Apr. 11, 2017 The Rochester River Run/Walk 5K — scheduled for Sunday, April 23 at Genesee Valley Park — is raising funds in support of patients who are awaiting or recovering from organ transplant surgery at ...
Patient Care "Wholly" Guacamole By Ruth Harper-Rhode Apr. 11, 2017 This is a twist on a traditional “guac” recipe with the addition of an unexpected ingredient- green split peas!
Patient Care Sick-Day Dilemma: How to Make the Call for Your Kids By Lori Barrette Apr. 10, 2017 It’s 6:30 a.m. on a Monday and your child wakes reluctantly. She's coughing and her forehead feels warm. Do you keep her home or send her off to school? UR Medicine Primary Care’s Dr. Michael Gavin ...
Patient Care Varicose Veins: Why We Get Them and What Can Help By Lori Barrette Apr. 6, 2017 Nobody wants them, but 40 million adults in the U.S. have them: varicose veins. UR Medicine Vascular Surgeon Dr. Jennifer Ellis explains what causes varicose veins, how to lower the risk of getting ...
Radiothon A Smashing Success By URMC Communications Apr. 6, 2017 The Drive for Miracles Radiothon to benefit Golisano Children's Hospital raised an astounding $197,500 on Feb. 9 and 10.
Patient Care Singers from “The Voice” to Lead Harbor House Rocks April 21 By Leslie White Apr. 5, 2017 Nick Hagelin and Bryan Bautista, who competed on “The Voice,” and local musicians will come together Friday, April 21, to support Harbor House, a home-away-from-home for families of patients ...
Patient Care One Pan Mexican Quinoa By Ruth Harper-Rhode Apr. 4, 2017 A complete entrée prepared in one pan- perfect for a busy weeknight meal!
Patient Care New Eczema Drug Brings Long-Awaited Relief By Lori Barrette Apr. 3, 2017 Although it’s the most common skin disease in the world, there’s been no safe, effective treatment for people who suffer from moderate-to-severe eczema. UR Medicine Dermatologist Dr. Lisa Beck ...
