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The program’s long-term success will rely on building trust, encouraging engagement, and fostering active involvement from both residents and partners.
After a brief health discussion, you’ll join a relaxed group walk, perfect for getting active and connecting with others.
The Whiddon College of Medicine marked an exciting construction milestone with a beam signing ceremony.
“We are filled with optimism that this sweet 8-year-old boy will be a responder to the medication,” Melissa Perez-Garcia, M.D., said, “and won’t have to think about insulin injections or blood glucose checks for at least two more years.”
USA Health Integrative Health and Wellness is offering hands-on cooking classes focusing on seasonal favorite soups, spices and holiday fare.
In the past year, participation in The Basics grew by 290%, a milestone United Way leaders attributed to Children’s & Women’s Hospital’s commitment to bringing educational programs directly to patients and families.
"I am emotionally drawn to my patients and their families, as parents go through rough times during a child’s illness and stay in the pediatric intensive care unit. I feel if I am empowered with knowledge, skills, and good communication, I will be able to support them by treating their children," said Mohammad Sabobeh, M.D.
Visitors can view a variety of patient-created artwork, from paintings and mixed-media pieces to creative expressions that reflect resilience, hope, and healing. The exhibit is free and open to the community.
The grant will allow Elliott and his team at the Whiddon College of Medicine and the USA Health Mitchell Cancer Institute to continue their research into how immune cells recognize and destroy harmful cells in the blood. Insights from the study could advance therapies for patients with blood-related diseases.
The award will support Grelet’s research efforts to understand the contribution of the nervous system in promoting cancer progression, with a focus on the role of the nerve-cancer transfer of mitochondria in promoting cancer metastasis.
Research on school-based health centers shows significant health benefits for students, including fewer emergency room visits and hospitalizations and improved health outcomes, which can lead to improved attendance and greater academic success.
