News Headlines

URMC Launches Monthly Blood Drive in Dedicated Donor Room
November 21, 2008
Just in time for Thanksgiving, when the spirit of giving and gratitude is downright palpable, URMC's Strong Memorial Hospital will become the only Rochester-area hospital to dedicate space to a permanent monthly Red Cross blood drive.

Rochester Expert Helps Diabetes Patients Navigate the Sweetest Season
November 19, 2008
Between now and New Year's, people with diabetes must navigate a tempting course of sugar-centric festivities, maintaining a delicate nutritional balance against all odds. URMC pediatric endocrinologist Nicholas Jospe, M.D., shares tips that can help.

Scientists Exploring New Compounds to Target Muscular Dystrophy
November 19, 2008
Scientists have identified a promising set of new compounds in the fight against muscular dystrophy. Using a drug-discovery technique in which molecules compete against each other for access to the target, a team of researchers has identified several compounds that block the unwanted coupling of two molecules that is at the root of the disease.

School of Nursing Dean to Give Talk on Sleep and Cancer
November 17, 2008
Kathy Parker, Ph.D., R.N., F.A.A.N., dean of the University of Rochester's School of Nursing and a nationally recognized sleep disorders researcher, will give a free talk on "Sleep/Waking in Patients with Advanced Cancer" from noon to 1 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 19, in Strong Memorial Hospital's Whipple Auditorium, Room 2-6424. The event is part of National Hospice and Palliative Care Month.

University of Rochester Surgeon Heads National Society
November 17, 2008
Endocrine surgeon Jacob Moalem, M.D., was named chair of the American College of Surgeons' Resident and Associate Society (ACS-RAS), a national organization representing more than 11,000 residents and young surgeons. He is an assistant professor of Surgery at the University of Rochester Medical Center.

Puzzle Events at Area Malls Support Wilmot Cancer Center
November 14, 2008
Shoppers can provide a Piece of the Cure and honor a friend or loved one who faced cancer during three fundraisers located at the Mall at Greece Ridge, Eastview and The Marketplace Mall and support local cancer care at the James P. Wilmot Cancer Center at the University of Rochester Medical Center.

URMC In The News

Susan McDaniel's findings on physician disclosure inform NY Times article.

Reuters interviews Carl D'Angio on pros and cons of prescribing anti-psychotics for children.

In Forbes, Alok Khorana advises caution about cancer drug that is linked to blood clots.

Mark Mapstone describes characteristics of healthy older brains in Washington Post and elsewhere.

Mark Mapstone's study on the relationship between lifestyle and Alzheimer's is reported in LA Times.

ABC News spotlights David Pearce's work on Batten Disease and search for a cure.