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August 27, 2024

Screenings Save Lives: The Importance of Regular Sexual and Reproductive Health Screenings

David Wise

Male doctor conferring with male patient

By Sheldon Riklon, M.D. When it comes to health, people often think about exercise, diet and regular check-ups. But it’s just as important to regularly undergo sexual and reproductive screenings. These screenings can help you catch problems early, so you can deal with them before they get worse. Why Are Screenings Important? Sexual and reproductive…


August 20, 2024

UAMS, Northwest Arkansas Schools Kick Off 2024-25 School Year with Nutrition Trainings

David Wise

A lunchroom kitchen worker in Farmington smiles and laughs while unpacking food.

FAYETTEVILLE — As students returned to the classroom, team members from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation worked with districts across Northwest Arkansas to prepare for the 2024-25 school year with a plan for healthier eating.


August 14, 2024

UAMS, Community Partners Work Together to Increase Spanish-Language Breastfeeding Support

David Wise

The first class of certified lactation counselors pose for a photo.

Last year, the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation partnered with Cuenta Conmigo Cooperative to train community health workers to become certified lactation counselors (CLCs). Spanish-speaking community health workers completed 95 hours of training and can now take the certification assessment in the fall. A certified lactation counselor (CLC)…


July 29, 2024

Back-to-School Vaccines: Tips for protecting your child and your community

David Wise

Child showing off band aid on arm

By Sheldon Riklon, M.D. Vaccinations are a safe way to protect children from serious diseases and prevent outbreaks in schools. As the new school year approaches, it’s important to make sure children are up to date with their shots for their health and the well-being of the community. Vaccinated children help protect others by stopping…


July 18, 2024

UAMS to Provide Contraceptive Services, Education in 14 Rural Arkansas Counties

David Wise

A health care worker points to a pill in a contraceptive box while speaking with a patient.

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will provide contraceptive services and reproductive health education to women living in rural Arkansas counties in an effort to prevent unintended pregnancies and to improve access to women’s health care in Arkansas. Through a private philanthropic grant awarded to the UAMS Institute for Community Health…


July 15, 2024

UAMS Team Members Take to the Backroads to Provide Medical Support for Arkansas Graveler

David Wise

UAMS orthopaedics and sports medicine team members pose in front of the Arkansas Graveler map.

Six University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) team members recently spent a week traveling rural Arkansas backroads to provide medical coverage for the Ozark Foundation’s Arkansas Graveler event. The Arkansas Graveler is a multiday, 350-mile gravel cycling festival that takes place across rural Arkansas. This year, it started in Fayetteville on a Sunday and…


July 8, 2024

UAMS Gets $1.3 Million Grant for High School-Focused Tech and Data Science Exposure Program in NWA

David Wise

Group of high school students in a clinical patient room check pulse rate of another student

FAYETTEVILLE — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has been awarded a $1.3 million grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) for its Arkansas Technology and Data Science in Health and Medicine (AR Tech-DaSH) program. The five-year grant from the NIH’s National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID) will support an…


July 1, 2024

UAMS Names Ryan Cork, MSHA, Vice Chancellor of Northwest Region

Yavonda Chase

Ryan Cork

LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has named Ryan Cork, MSHA, as its next vice chancellor for the Northwest Arkansas Region, effective Sept. 1.


June 26, 2024

Double Your Dollars Program Returns to Northwest Arkansas Farmers Markets

David Wise

Photos of farmers market produce

FAYETTEVILLE — Recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SrFMNP), and Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) benefits can receive a dollar-for-dollar match on locally grown produce at select Northwest Arkansas farmers markets. This is the first year that the match program is available…


June 25, 2024

Traveling with a Breastfed Baby: Essential Tips for a Stress-Free Trip

News Staff

Woman and baby on a plane

By Philmar Mendoza Kabua, BSN Traveling with an infant can be tricky, but breastfeeding is a convenient way to feed your baby on the go. With a little planning, you and your little one can have a relaxing trip. Preparation Doctor’s Visit: Schedule a checkup with your baby’s pediatrician before your trip. Talk about your…



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