Health & Well-Being
Op-ed: When did GMO Become a Dirty Word?
The medical, agricultural, and environmental fields all have GMO products, writes Stacey Stearns of UConn Extension.
Meet Dr. Jillian Fortier, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon
At home and abroad, UConn Health's Dr. Jillian Fortier combines compassion for her patients with top-notch skills.
Substance Abuse Seen Among LGBTQ Victims of Weight Bullying
Weight-based victimization among LGBTQ youth is associated with increased odds of binge drinking, alcohol, marijuana, and cigarette use, says a new UConn study.
Is Traffic-Related Air Pollution Killing Us?
With vacation season getting underway, and many families planning road trips, a UConn Health researcher discusses the impact of traffic-related air pollution on our health.
CT Magazine Names 48 from UConn Health among 2019 Best Doctors
Connecticut Magazine’s June 2019 Best Doctors issue lists 48 UConn Health physicians in a wide range of specialties.
DIY Dentistry – Don’t Do It
The consequences of low-cost, unsupervised dental solutions may cost more in the long run according to UConn’s dental experts.
Latino Health Paradox is a Laughing Matter
Latina mothers tend to laugh more and have more high-quality conversations compared to White European mothers, which may explain their good health, according to a new UConn study.
UConn Health Leads International Center to Develop Syphilis Vaccine
“An effective syphilis vaccine would represent a triumph for biomedical research over an ailment that has defied conventional public health strategies for prevention and control,” says Dr. Justin Radolf of UConn School of Medicine.
A New Culprit for Multiple Sclerosis Relapses
A molecule that helps blood clot may also play a role in multiple sclerosis relapses, according to a new study by a team that included researchers from UConn Health
The Hazards of Living on the Right Side of a Time Zone Border
The more we learn about circadian disruption, the better we can blunt its impact, writes Richard G. Stevens, UConn Health professor.