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July 24, 2026

Childhood Struggles Inspire College of Nursing Student’s Passion for Helping Others

Chris Carmody

Malayah Lee stands in front of a wall in the Daniel W. Rahn Interprofessional Education Building at UAMS.

Although Malayah Lee has excelled in the classroom for most of her life, she notes that none of her academic achievements have come easily. 


July 23, 2026

UAMS Faces Obstacles in its Efforts to Save Proton Center of Arkansas

Yavonda Chase

The Proton Center of Arkansas is a partnership between Proton International, UAMS, Baptist Health, and Arkansas Children’s. The Proton Center is located in the UAMS Health Radiation Oncology Center on the main UAMS campus.

LITTLE ROCK — While the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) is working to save the Proton Center of Arkansas (PIA) from closure, numerous obstacles continue to imperil the operation, said UAMS Chancellor C. Lowry Barnes, M.D.


July 20, 2026

Enjoy Summer Safely with Smart Sun Protection

David Wise

Photo of sunscreen bottles and sunglasses sitting on a blanket at the beach

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the outdoors. Whether you’re swimming, biking, gardening, walking, or playing sports, spending time outside is a great way to stay active, reduce stress, and improve your overall well-being. As you enjoy the sunshine, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself from harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. The sun emits UV rays, a type of radiation that can damage skin cells. UV rays are present even on cloudy or cool days and can reflect off surfaces such as water, sand, concrete, and snow.


July 14, 2026

Subaru of Little Rock, Blood Cancer United Show Support for UAMS Blood Cancer Patients

Nathan Tidwell

Subaru, UAMS group shot

Subaru of Little Rock and Blood Cancer United continued their long-standing collaboration with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute with donations for patients undergoing blood cancer treatment.


July 9, 2026

UAMS Trains Huntsville High School Students with Community Health Worker Training

David Wise

Students from Huntsville High School pose with their CHW training certificates

Eight students from Huntsville High School are on the path to become certified community health workers (CHWs) after completing the inaugural high school-based training program from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation.


Summit Builds ‘Bridges’ Between Groups Seeking to Help Youth with Substance Use

Tim Taylor

The first day of the Bridges to Breakthroughs summit included presentations by (left to right) Alison Orford, Renée Watson, Michael Mancino, Laura Dunn, Sharon Levy, and Srinivasa Gokarakonda.

Michael Mancino had a short but noteworthy message for those in the crowded room about substance use.

“Don’t ignore it. Don’t stick your head in the sand; it’s not going to get better on its own.”


July 1, 2026

UAMS Researchers Shed Light on Medical Cannabis Use During Pregnancy in Arkansas

Shea Stewart

Nahed O. ElHassan is a woman with dark hair, and Bradley Martin is a man with short hair and wearing glasses.

A new research study by University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) researchers represents a key step toward understanding the potential effects of cannabis exposure on mothers and babies.


June 30, 2026

Community Health Workers Learn Perinatal Outreach Approaches at UAMS Training

David Wise

Twenty community health workers (CHWs) from across Arkansas recently gathered in Springdale with a shared goal: to build connections and learn how to better support mothers across the state.

Twenty community health workers (CHWs) from across Arkansas recently gathered in Springdale with a shared goal: to build connections and learn how to better support mothers across the state.


June 25, 2026

Seminar Highlights Brain-Healthy Habits, Resources for Dementia Caregivers

Chris Carmody

A group of five older adults — two women and three men — poses for a group photo in this stock image.

A virtual seminar from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) gave attendees a chance to learn about ways to reduce their risk of dementia and access resources to care for those who are experiencing cognitive decline.


June 23, 2026

Optometrist Ryan Wood, O.D., Joins UAMS Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute

Benjamin Waldrum

Ryan Wood, O.D.

Ryan Wood, O.D., has joined the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ (UAMS) Harvey & Bernice Jones Eye Institute as an optometrist and assistant professor of ophthalmology.



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