Category: Health News
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New cancer test can warn patients up to 10 years before treatment is needed
Chronic lymphocytic leukemia is the most common adult leukemia, affecting the blood and bone marrow. A new method uses low-cost, widely available DNA methylation testing to track cancer progression and predict outcomes long before cancer treatment is required. Image by Shutterstock Scientists have developed a new test that can reveal when cancer began and how…
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Women in Medicine and Science – Nicole Jimenez, PhD
The research of Nicole Jimenez, PhD, seeks to identify the role of microbes in gynecologic and reproductive health. Dr. Jimenez hopes to broaden the understanding of the effect microbes have on gynecological health Nicole Jimenez, PhD, is an expert in the human microbiome, bacterial genomics, multi-omic integration, and reproductive and gynecological conditions. In her work…
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Women in Medicine and Science – Katharina Schimmel, PhD
Katharina Schimmel, PhD, is an assistant professor of Child Health at the college. Through her research, Dr. Schimmel hopes to discover ways to treat AVMs in HHT Earlier this year, Katharina Schimmel, PhD, joined the Phoenix Children’s Research Institute at the University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix as an assistant professor. Dr. Schimmel’s translational research…
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Researchers identify potential new biomarkers for pancreatic cancer
New protein markers distinguish cancer from non-cancer and track treatment responses Two proteins contained within cellular “bubbles” cast off from cancer cells can be used as biomarkers to accurately detect pancreatic ductal adenocarcinoma (PDAC), according to a new study by led by researchers from Translational Genomics Research Institute (TGen), part of City of Hope. The scientists…
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Psychologist urges caution when turning to AI for emotional support
AI tools are affordable and accessible, but an ASU professor says they can’t replace human therapy Illustration by Kendal Davit/ASU Artificial intelligence is becoming an increasingly popular tool that can help with many areas of life — from solving work-related issues to assisting with research and everyday decision-making. Its conversational style of communicating has also…
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Dignity Health Arizona Receives National Recognition For Commitment to Well-Being of Physicians
PHOENIX, Ariz. (Sept. 3, 2025) – Dignity Health Arizona has earned recognition in 2025 from the American Medical Association (AMA) as a Joy in Medicine® organization. Dignity Health Arizona is the highest-ranked healthcare system in the state, being the only organization to receive a rating at the silver level. The prestigious recognition from the country’s leading…
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C-Path Welcomes Rare Disease Advocacy Leader Ronald J. Bartek to Board of Directors
TUCSON, Ariz., Sept. 8, 2025 ⎯ Critical Path Institute® (C-Path) today announced the election of Ronald J. Bartek to its Board of Directors. Bartek’s experience spans leadership in rare disease advocacy and public service. The appointment comes as C-Path continues to expand its leadership role in accelerating global drug development through data-driven, scientific solutions, based on…
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What you need to know about dust storms and valley fever
A monsoon storm as seen from downtown Tempe. Photo by Deanna Dent/Arizona State University Every summer, Arizona’s monsoon season typically blows up from June through September, with the most intense storms in July and August. Monday’s massive dust storm, or haboob, is evidence of just how nasty these storms can get. Dust storms, while a…
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Building bridges in a memory care desert
In rural and underserved areas—particularly Native American communities— early signs of dementia often go unrecognized. This could be because access to specialized care is limited, and symptoms are easily mistaken for normal memory loss due to aging. A study headed by associate professor of psychology Eric Cerino, assistant professor of social work Megan McCoy and associate teaching professor of…
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HonorHealth to acquire Evernorth Care Group, expanding access to convenient, quality care in the Valley
Scottsdale, Ariz. (September 2, 2025) – HonorHealth, a leading Valley-based healthcare system serving more than five million people across the greater Phoenix area, announced it has signed an agreement to acquire Evernorth Care Group locations across the Valley. Through this transaction, patients will benefit from coordinated and high-quality care at additional care locations and an expanded…
