Dec. 4, 2024 Peer support could help millions with sleep apnea slumber easier, study finds Researchers found that guidance from experienced CPAP users helps sleep apnea patients stick to their treatment, improving sleep quality and health outcomes.
Nov. 21, 2024 Study identifies potential new drug for Parkinson's-related cognitive decline, dementia A tiny protein called PNA5 appears to have a protective effect on brain cells, which could lead to treatments for the cognitive symptoms of Parkinson's disease and related disorders.
Nov. 19, 2024 U of A center blends training and tradition to support health care providers in Native American communities The 7 Generations American Indian and Alaska Native Behavioral Health Center of Excellence provides training and resources for behavioral health care providers.
Nov. 14, 2024 Bringing precision to the murky debate on fish oil With a $3.9 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, precision nutrition researchers will conduct a clinical trial to explore how ancestry and genetics affect the body's response to omega-3 fatty acids.
Aug. 26, 2024 First-year student chooses U of A as launchpad for NASA 'dream job' Honors student Ilana Valenzuela is eager to study aerospace and mechanical engineering. "I genuinely wish there was infinite time to take every class," she said.
Aug. 6, 2024 Pursuit of a Valley fever vaccine passes significant milestone A U of A startup was awarded funding to adapt a canine Valley fever vaccine for humans. Some of the money will be earmarked for the university, a leader in Valley fever research.
Aug. 5, 2024 New study highlights scale and impact of long COVID Researchers analyzed dozens of previous studies on long COVID to examine the number of people affected, underlying mechanisms of disease, symptoms and treatments.
July 30, 2024 Study finds large gaps in mental health care for people with chronic pain Adults with chronic pain are more likely to experience anxiety and depression than others, yet they access mental health care at lower rates, a new study finds.
July 17, 2024 Research shows protein isoform inhibitors may hold the key to making opioids safer Opioids are the gold standard of chronic pain treatment, but they come with a host of negative side effects. A new study suggests a potential way to make opioids safer.
May 29, 2024 The mind after midnight: Study shows disrupted sleep increases risk for suicide and homicide Researchers say nocturnal wakefulness deteriorates the brain's decision-making functions and reduces rational thinking during a time when negative mood is at its peak.