UAMS News
October 20, 2008
UAMS to Hold Free Erectile Dysfunction Seminar Nov. 18
LITTLE ROCK – A free public seminar sponsored by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) will spotlight the causes of erectile dysfunction (E.D.) and available treatment options. “Solving the Problems of Erectile Dysfunction” will be held from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Nov. 18 at the Donald W. Reynolds Institute on Aging…
October 16, 2008
Oct. 28, Science Café – Election Fun: An Oxymoron?
LITTLE ROCK – The Science Café Little Rock, co-sponsored by the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), will hold its next public forum, Election Fun: An Oxymoron? on Oct. 28. Panelists will describe their experience and research on American politics, public opinion, voting behavior, international relations and more. This month, panelists from…
UAMS Recognized for Leadership in Cancer Research Data System
Detailed information on the role of clinical trials in the treatment of cancer
October 15, 2008
UAMS, Public Health Coalition Kicks Off Lead-Based Paint Awareness Campaign
LITTLE ROCK – An alliance of public health advocates today announced a campaign to educate families about the potential long-term and serious health problems in adults and children caused by lead-based paint and urge construction contractors or anyone renovating old homes to use practices that minimize exposure to dust from the paint. Arkansas…
Jones Eye Institute’s Bora, Westfall Receive Inaugural Chairs
An investiture ceremony held Oct. 8 was twice as nice for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Harvey and Bernice Jones Eye Institute as two of its faculty members received endowed chairs established by gifts from two longtime UAMS supporters.
October 13, 2008
UAMS Celebrates Diversity with Week of Events
A slate of speakers including the Mexican consul to the region, an appeals court judge and a Little Rock cardiologist highlighted the 12th Annual Diversity Week, Sept. 22-26, at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).
Pat Torvestad Serves as Race for the Cure Honorary Chairwoman
The most common type of breast cancer starts in the lining of the breast ducts. Breast cancer that has not spread outside of these ducts is called ductal carcinoma in situ. Invasive breast cancer is cancer that has spread outside of the breast ducts.
October 10, 2008
Mobile Spa a Treat for Breast Cancer Patients, Caregivers
A sunny autumn day was made even brighter for breast cancer patients, survivors and caregivers courtesy of the Energizer battery company.
October 9, 2008
UAMS Researcher Ware Awarded Grant To Study Role of Blood Platelets in Tumor Growth
LITTLE ROCK – A scientist at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has received a grant from the U.S. Department of Defense Breast Cancer Research Program to continue his research into the role of blood platelets in the growth and spread of tumors. Jerry Ware, Ph.D., professor in the UAMS Department…
October 8, 2008
Researcher Receives Grant to Study Brain Activity of Addicts
LITTLE ROCK – For 25 years, Warren K. Bickel, Ph.D., director of the Center for Addiction Research at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), has studied the intricate brain functions of individuals addicted to various substances, including cocaine, tobacco and alcohol.</span></p>
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