Author Archive
Diabetes Drug Shown Not to Increase Heart Failure Risk
The study, published in The Lancet, is based on data from a global clinical trial led by a UConn Health physician-researcher.
Avoiding Winter’s Hazards
Advice from the experts on successfully navigating the cold, snowy challenges of the winter of '15
Never Too Early to Consider End-of-life Wishes
UConn Health’s Dr. Susan Levine explains the importance of discussing advance care planning with your family and physician.
Measles and the Risks of Skipping Vaccines
Infectious diseases specialists at UConn Health say failure to keep current on recommended immunizations defies decades of medical knowledge.
UConn Urologist Picked to Lead New Bladder Cancer Institute
A donor with no previous ties to the University sought out a UConn Health expert to drive the advancement of bladder cancer care and research.
Have Faith in the Flu Shot
The chair of medicine at UConn Health explains why taking the vaccine, despite its limited effectiveness this year, is still better than going without it.
Learning About Integrative Medicine
A medical student in the Class of 2015 describes her year away from medical school and how it enriched her education in integrative health.
Popular Cosmetic Fix May Threaten Bone Density
A UConn oral radiologist says the off-label use of Botox to treat jaw pain appears to have a dangerous side effect.
Improving the State’s Electronic Health Records
A UConn Health researcher is working to standardize electronic health records across the state and ultimately improve patient care.
Immune Response Key to Beating Ebola
Is medicine on the verge of getting the upper hand against the Ebola virus? An infectious diseases physician at UConn Health discusses the potential for therapy and vaccines.