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Nursing Research News: June-July 2023
Each month, the Center for Research and Scholarship at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing sends an internal research newsletter to faculty, staff, students and researchers. A recap is posted here. Research Grants & Scholarly Awards NINR F31 Predoctoral Fellowship ...
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New study shows popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs associated with lower risk for tobacco-use disorder
A new study by researchers at ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø School of Medicine reveals popular diabetes and weight-loss drugs are linked to a lower risk for tobacco-use disorder (TUD) in smokers with type 2 diabetes, compared with seven other anti-diabetes medications. The team’s findings, publis...
Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, Cleveland Metroparks Partner to Address High Rates of Skin Cancer in Northeast Ohio
Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (Case CCC) and Cleveland Metroparks have partnered to make it easier for people to prevent skin cancer. Free sunscreen will be available to all visitors at participating Cleveland Metroparks beaches and golf courses. The project, "Be Sun Smart. Protect Your Skin wi...
Student Spotlight: Emma Wall
Like many nursing students at Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, Emma Wall’s college journey began with clinical rotations in her very first semester. Having that hands-on approach from day one was beneficial to the rising fourth-year student—so much so that she’s sought out additional opport...
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Dr. Amy Acton, LeVar Burton, Macalester College President Suzanne Rivera named panelists for Inamori Ethics Prize symposium on moral imperatives in public health
Join 2024 Inamori Ethics Prize award-winner Dr. Anthony Fauci In our increasingly interconnected world, the ongoing risk of communicable health conditions to human life demands organized and equitable public health efforts to combat known and emerging local and global health threats. But how bes...
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Nurturing well-being: 3 UHCS staff members share their top self-care tips
In a world in which we’re inundated with a constant barrage of news and unprecedented events, caring for oneself has never been more important. From simple, rejuvenating activities to thoughtful practices that nurture the body and mind, there are countless ways to look after yourself and prioritize ...
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U.S. News lists ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø among ‘tier 1’ medical schools
ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø one of 16 best medical schools for research ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø School of Medicine is among the country’s top medical schools for research, according to the annual listing from U.S. News & World Report. For its 2025 ratings, the publication drastically adjusted its ...
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Dr. Jay Joseph: Celebrating 31 years as a preceptor—a new record
Dr. Jay Joseph (DEN '84), associate professor in the Department of Comprehensive Care, marks a significant milestone this year as he celebrates his 31st year as a preceptor at the School of Dental Medicine (SODM). A record achievement at the university, Dr. Joseph's commitment to education and mento...
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New ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø study finds ‘significant link’ between tooth loss and fatal heart disease
Although the causal relationship between oral and cardiovascular health is not well-understood, researchers consider the link to be a 'predictive risk factor' Maintaining good oral health is crucial, not only for a radiant smile, but also a healthy heart, according to a new ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Uni...
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Dental visits increase with support from pediatric providers
Intervention by primary care clinicians may help more children access dental care and improve their oral health, according to new study Primary care pediatric clinicians could influence parents’ decisions to take their children to the dentist, according to a new clinical trial funded by the Nationa...