Regional Campuses
March 17, 2026
Sign Up for UAMS Undergraduate Pre-Health Conference by March 20
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) invites all undergraduate students from four-year or two-year colleges in Arkansas or Arkansas students attending college in bordering states to attend its Undergraduate Pre-Health Conference on April 17.
Applications are due by March 20.
March 16, 2026
UAMS and Youth Researchers Help Expose Illegal ‘Mini-Cup’ and Toy-Shaped E-Cigarettes Promoted on Instagram
A newly published study reveals that illegal e-cigarettes designed to resemble miniature boba tea cups, cola cans, and toy animals are being widely promoted on Instagram, often portraying young people using the products and marketing them in ways that may appeal to youth.
March 12, 2026
Kidney Awareness: Protecting Your Health from the Inside Out
Your kidneys are small, but powerful organs that work around the clock to keep your body functioning properly. Because kidney disease often develops without noticeable symptoms, it’s easy to overlook kidney health. That’s why making kidney screening part of your regular health checkups is so important.
March 10, 2026
UAMS Offering Scholarships for Perinatal Mental Health Certification
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation is offering a limited number of scholarships to maternal health care workers seeking to become certified in perinatal mental health.
March 4, 2026
From Arkansas Roots to National Impact: The Work and Purpose of Page Dobbs
When you ask Page Dobbs, Ph.D., to describe herself, she doesn’t begin with titles or accolades. She starts with Arkansas. Born and raised in the state, Dobbs has built her career around one persistent question: “How do we reduce tobacco use and prevent the cancer burden that has affected so many Arkansas families?” Today, she…
Barbershop Talk Heads to Fayetteville on March 7 Program Includes Appearance by Former Razorback Darren McFadden
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Barbershop Talk team will be in Northwest Arkansas this month to present its free “Real Talk. Real Health. Real Legend.” men’s health forum. This community program will take place at noon Saturday, March 7, at Theatre Squared, 477 W. Spring St., in Fayetteville. A free lunch is…
New UAMS Chancellor Visits Pine Bluff High School, Encourages Students to Pursue Health Care Careers
C. Lowry Barnes, M.D., new chancellor for UAMS, kicked off his town hall tour of eight regional campuses last week at his hometown of Pine Bluff.
February 26, 2026
Registration Open for UAMS’ Summer MASH Camps to Immerse Students in Hands-On Health Care Experiences
LITTLE ROCK — Arkansas high school students can get hands-on health care experiences such as suturing workshops, field trips, CPR training and heart dissection at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) MASH camps across the state this summer.
February 10, 2026
UAMS Enrolls 25 Doula Trainees from 14 Arkansas Counties in Latest Class
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Institute for Community Health Innovation will train at least 25 doulas in 2026 after enrolling its latest class of trainees in January. The institute launched its comprehensive doula training program in 2025 in partnership with Ujima Maternity Network and Birthing Beyond, enrolling more than…
February 5, 2026
The Heart & Lung Connection
By Sheldon Riklon, M.D. Your heart and lungs are two of the most important organs in your body. They work closely together every minute of the day to keep you healthy and strong. When one is not healthy, the other is often affected. That’s why taking care of both your heart and your…
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