You asked for it, and we listened. Introducing the UC Alumni Association’s new health series for Bearcats to learn from our experts on various health topics. Our clinical experts will explore the COVID-19 pandemic, racial inequities in healthcare, resilience during times of stress, and more.
Stay tuned for our slate of next programs.
'Pain and Prejudice Inequity in the Opioid Epidemic' Webinar
'Mindfulness for Building Resilience' with Dr Cotton Webinar
BEARCATS/health COVID-19 Vaccine Event
Exploring our Patients’ Contexts: A History of Anti Black Racism in Cincinnati
Hope! Fight! Breathe! Lung Cancer Educational Conference for Patients, Families and Caregivers
Breast Cancer 360° in the Midst of COVID-19
Understanding Health Inequities in Greater Cincinnati & America - Webinar
UC Health COVID 19 Discussion with CEO of UC Health
Social Work Hot Topic: Grief
'Behind the Scenes' with UC Health
Celebrating Diverse Women in Pharmacy
Addressing Inequity as Allied Health Professionals
Examining Ramifications in Mass Incarceration
UC clinicians and researchers have been on the front lines of the region's response to COVID-19, truly making our community proud. The Crisis Response Fund supports the immediate and ongoing needs of UC Health clinicians and staff as they continue to understand, treat and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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May 7, 2021
In Ohio, 43 percent of the total population has started the COVID-19 vaccination, but just 23 percent of Black residents have gotten at least one shot. Hamilton County closely mirrors the state’s pace. A group of black physicians, including two University of Cincinnati faculty, have signed an open letter to the Greater Cincinnati Black community urging members to complete the COVID-19 vaccination.
May 7, 2021
Researchers at the University of Cincinnati, in collaboration with the Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, have found that using ultrasound combined with RNA-loaded nanoparticles could help infiltrate the blood-brain barrier and deliver targeted, more effective treatment to brain tumors, while eliminating uncomfortable side effects.
May 5, 2021
Jack Hanna, the director emeritus of Ohio’s Columbus Zoo and Aquarium known for his many TV appearances, has been diagnosed with dementia, which could potentially be Alzheimer's disease. UC's Rhonna Shatz, DO, a memory disorders expert, weighs in.
May 5, 2021
The Future of Nursing 2020-2030: “Charting a Path to Achieve Health Equity” is being released on Tuesday, May 11. Greer Glazer, PhD, dean of the University of Cincinnati College of Nursing is one of the 15 people who served on the committee composing the report. The report explores how nurses can work over the next decade to reduce health disparities and promote equity, while keeping costs at bay, utilizing technology and maintaining patient and family-focused care.
May 4, 2021
Bethany Yeiser is working to educate others about schizophrenia through the CURESZ Foundation, which she founded with UC's Henry Nasrallah, the doctor who got her on the path to recovery.
April 29, 2021
UC research found that some water bottles labeled BPA-free actually contained traces of the chemical and that multiple cycles through the dishwasher was the most effective at removing BPA.
