Janet Iwasa, PhD, has been appointed Director of the Genetic Science Learning Center (GSLC) in the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah, effective July 1, 2024.
Coloboma is a rare eye condition that occurs when the eye does not fully develop into a complete sphere during gestation. This can cause an abnormal pupil shape or lead...
Strabismus is a condition where the eyes are misaligned. This misalignment can cause significant vision issues as well as emotional distress, especially in teenagers and young adults.
Estrabismo es una afección en la que los ojos están desalineados. En lugar de trabajar juntos como un equipo, un ojo puede girarse hacia dentro, hacia fuera, hacia arriba o...
Heather Miller's St. Patrick's Day took an unfortunate turn when she tripped during a neighborhood game, resulting in a broken arm and dislocated wrist. Follow her journey with Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of...
Long-term, heritable changes in gene activity fundamentally shape our biology, trigger many of our diseases, and set the clock on how we age. Now, a team of U of U...
Even with the air conditioning on blast, sometimes it’s not enough to beat the heat—especially when it comes to sleep. Here are some tips to help you keep cool when...
Es otro dÃa de verano y no se ve el final de las temperaturas abrasadoras. Incluso con el aire acondicionado a tope, a veces no es suficiente para combatir el...
An AI-based analysis of over 2 million hospital visits has found that more often than not, a pneumonia diagnosis will change over the course of a patient's stay.
Early menopause significantly raises breast cancer risk, highlighting the need for proactive health screenings, according to research from Huntsman Cancer Institute and the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine.
It’s important for athletes to properly nourish their bodies for top performance. But different sports and events require varied yet balanced eating patterns.
Life can be challenging—bringing emotions of fear, sadness, uncertainty, stress, or anxiety. During these times, having confidence in yourself may not come easy. However, positive affirmations can help.
Mountain biking can be a risky sport, requiring specialized equipment and sometimes taking place on difficult terrain. That’s why it’s important to keep these safety tips in mind before you...
La ClÃnica Long COVID (COVID a plazo largo) de Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health se embarca en su tercer año, ayudando a más de 3.100 pacientes de Utah y estados vecinos...
The Long COVID Clinic at Ï㽶ÊÓƵ of Utah Health is embarking on its third year, helping more than 3,100 patients from Utah and surrounding states with prolonged symptoms of COVID-19.
Cuando los niños vuelven a clases o se incorporan a ellas por primera vez, es esencial asegurarse de que su visión funciona correctamente. Si tienen problemas, ahora es el momento...
As kids head back to school or jump in for the first time, it's essential to ensure their vision is functioning correctly. If they have issues, now is the time...
En al menos el 10% de todos los casos de COVID, unas pocas semanas se convierten en meses o años. Los sÃntomas prolongados del COVID pueden hacer que la vuelta...
