UA Researchers Author First-of-its-Kind Native American Women's Health Book

  • UANews
  • March 22, 2013
Despite decades of research on the many health challenges facing Native Americans, no book has taken a comprehensive look at the health of Native American women – until now. UA researchers Jennie R. Joe and Francine C. Gachupin are editors of "Health and Social Issues of Native American Women," recently released by Praeger Publishers.

UA Surgeon Works to Revolutionize Organ Transplantation

  • UANews
  • March 21, 2013
The UA's Dr. Zain Khalpey is working on research to reduce the number of organ transplants needed and increase the pool of available donor organs. His work focuses three key areas: bridge to regeneration, organ reconditioning and organogenesis, or the creation of new organs.

The Father of All Men is 340,000 Years Old

  • NewScientist
  • March 21, 2013
UA geneticists have discovered the oldest known genetic branch of the human Y chromosome - the hereditary factor determining male sex. The new divergent lineage branched from the Y chromosome tree before the first appearance of anatomically modern humans in the fossil record.

Little Chia Seeds Pack Some Nutrition Power

  • Arizona Daily Star
  • March 20, 2013
Often cited as an authority on chia seeds, Wayne Coates is an agricultural engineer and professor emeritus at the UA. He wrote "Chia: The Complete Guide to the Ultimate Superfood," published last spring. The book discusses the history of chia and its health benefits and includes plenty of recipes.

Dance Marathon to Raise Funds in Support of Child Patients

  • UANews
  • March 20, 2013
Students in the UA School of Dance are collaborating with Beads of Courage on a dance marathon to support children being treated for serious medical conditions. The 10-hour dance event on April 6 will benefit young patients at The University of Arizona Medical Center-Diamond Children's.

Study Raises Doubts That Workplace Wellness Programs Save Companies Money

  • The Washington Post
  • March 19, 2013
Your bosses want you to eat your broccoli and hit the treadmill. But a new UA study raises doubts that workplace wellness programs save the company money. While hospitalizations for employees and family members dropped dramatically - by 41 percent overall for six major conditions - increased outpatient costs erased those savings, the study found.

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