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Myeloma Survivor Rides to Raise Money, Inspire Others
More than 20 years after his initial myeloma diagnosis, David Sutton continues to express his gratitude for the care he’s received at the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) and display an unwavering desire to help those in a similar situation. “I have greatly benefited from the…
December 20, 2024
UAMS GoVision Van Rolls Out, Screens First Patients
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)’ new mobile vision screening unit made its debut on Dec. 10. More than 90 students were signed up for screening, with physicians performing free eye exams for those in kindergarten through eighth grade at Huda Academy in downtown Little Rock. In April, UAMS received a $175,000 grant…
Head Start Carolers Bring Holiday Spirit to Halls of UAMS
The halls of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) were alive with the sound of music Dec. 13 as a line of preschoolers from the UAMS Kennedy Head Start center left a trail of sparkle and song from the chancellor’s office to the Lobby Café. The 13 pint-sized carolers each wore a floppy…
Ross and Mary Whipple Pledge $1.5 Million to UAMS for Cancer Care, Patient Services, Orthopaedics
LITTLE ROCK — Ross and Mary Whipple pledged $1.5 million to the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), supporting rural cancer care, patient services and orthopaedics. The gifts include $1 million to establish the Ross and Mary Whipple Family Community Outreach and Engagement Fund for Excellence in the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute,…
Tamier Wells Takes Pride in Being a Source of Hope, Guidance and Happiness
Tamier Wells, MPH, maintains a selfless outlook on life, regardless of what she’s dealing with. A clinical research coordinator for the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health, Wells regularly interacts with the public. Due to being loquacious and having the chance to serve Arkansans, she’s grateful to…
December 18, 2024
UAMS, Community Partners Hold SNAP Enrollment Events for Marshallese
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS), the Northwest Arkansas Food Insecurity Community of Practice, the Marshallese Education Initiative (MEI) and other community organizations have partnered to organize SNAP enrollment events, where more than 100 Marshallese have been able to apply for the benefits. The Compacts of Free Association (COFA) allow some Pacific Islander…
- Institute for Community Health Innovation
- Northwest Regional Campus
- UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation
- University News
Tags: Marshallese, Marshallese Education Initiative (MEI), Northwest Arkansas Food Insecurity Community of Practice, SNAP, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, UAMS, university of arkansas for Medical sciences
Community Partner Celebration Honors Efforts to Address Critical Health Challenges
The Ninth Annual Translational Research Institute Community Partner Celebration on Dec. 6 brought attendees from across Arkansas to recognize the pivotal role of community partnerships in advancing research and improving health. Organized by the institute’s Community Engagement Core, the event at the Mosaic Templars Cultural Center in Little Rock drew more than 80 attendees representing…
- College of Medicine
- Fay W. Boozman College of Public Health
- Institute for Community Health Innovation
- Translational Research Institute
- UAMS Institute for Community Health Innovation
- University News
December 17, 2024
UAMS Police Department Awarded $1 Million for Equipment Upgrades
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Police Department is in line for equipment and technology improvements thanks to $1 million in funding from the Department of Justice (DOJ). The DOJ Office of Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Office Technology and Equipment Program provides grants to state, local, Tribal, territorial and other entities to…
UAMS’ Fort Smith Family Medical Center Recognized as National Leader in Hypertension Care
LITTLE ROCK — The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) Family Medical Center in Fort Smith was recently named a 2024 Million Hearts Hypertension Control Champion by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). UAMS’ Fort Smith Family Medical Center was one of just 32 health organizations nationwide to receive the prestigious recognition…
December 16, 2024
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