Research URMC Study Shows Obesity Diagnosis is Often Overlooked By Lori Barrette Aug. 28, 2016 Despite a growing epidemic, many medical providers fail to diagnose obesity in their patients and miss an opportunity to identify an important component of long-term health, according to a University ...
Patient Care Wilmot Cancer Institute celebrates 3,000th blood and marrow transplant By Lydia Fernandez Aug. 27, 2016 The Blood and Marrow Transplant (BMT) Program at UR Medicine’s Wilmot Cancer Institute recently performed its 3,000th transplant. The program, which opened in 1989, treats both adults and children ...
Patient Care Toasted Spiced Pecans By Ruth Harper-Rhode Aug. 24, 2016 These crunchy and sweet nuts will be the perfect topping for the grilled peaches and plums!
Volunteer Spotlight: Halisha's Toy Chest By URochester Medicine Communications Aug. 24, 2016 What started as a coping mechanism for David and Donna Isaacs has turned into one of the most generous recurring toy donations received monthly at Golisano Children’s Hospital. The Isaacs lost their ...
Patient Care Shifting to a School-Time Sleep Schedule By Lori Barrette Aug. 24, 2016 It’s time for kids to snap out of their summer sleep schedule so they’ll be well rested and ready to succeed in the classroom. UR Medicine pediatric sleep expert Dr. Heidi Connolly offers advice for ...
Patient Care Grilled Peaches and Plums By Ruth Harper-Rhode Aug. 22, 2016 Grilling fruit caramelizes its natural sugars, intensifying the flavor and sweetness, and provides a golden brown color. The end product is very versatile and can be used as a breakfast, dessert or ...
Patient Care Wheat Berry Salad with Watermelon and Tomatoes By Ruth Harper-Rhode Aug. 17, 2016 An intriguing combination of sweet watermelon and tangy tomatoes makes for a juicy and refreshing summer salad.
Patient Care Back to School: 5 Tips for a Healthy Year By Lori Barrette Aug. 15, 2016 With a new school year upon us, Pediatrician Dr. Ed Lewis offers advice for parents aimed at keeping kids healthy and safe.
Patient Care Wilmot announces 2016 Wilmot Warrior Walk honorees By Ruth Harper-Rhode Aug. 11, 2016 UR Medicine’s Wilmot Cancer Institute will honor 28 cancer survivors and caregivers at the fourth annual Wilmot Warrior Walk taking place Sunday, Sept. 11, at the Highland Park Bowl in Rochester. ...
Patient Care Organ Donation Highlights Benefit for Harbor House Sept. 10 By Leslie White Aug. 11, 2016 The 10th annual “And the Beat Goes On…,” benefit dinner for Rochester’s Harbor House will be held at 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 10, at the Doubletree by Hilton in Henrietta. Harbor House is a ...
