Carver College of Medicine

Media advisory: Child protection experts available for interviews at UI March 28

Tuesday, March 25, 2014
Experts of child abuse and neglect from around the world who are visiting the University of Iowa for the Provost’s Global Forum will be available for interviews Friday, March 28, from 9 to 11 a.m. in the River Room, Iowa Memorial Union.

How to cope with adverse childhood experiences

Monday, March 24, 2014
The 2014 University of Iowa Provost’s Global Forum on “Child Protection: A Global Responsibility” will be held this week, focusing on how experiences that harm children’s social and behavioral functioning lead to physical and mental health issues in adulthood.

Report shows impact of UI Hospitals and Clinics on Iowa economy

Monday, March 24, 2014
University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics in Iowa City generates 8,233 jobs that have a $686 million impact on Iowa’s economy, according to the latest study by the Iowa Hospital Association.

Taking that next big step

Friday, March 21, 2014
University of Iowa's Carver College of Medicine graduates are among more than 32,000 around the world who learned today, Friday, March 21, where they will be serving their residencies.
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UI researchers create bio patch to regrow bone

Friday, March 21, 2014
University of Iowa researchers have developed an implantable bio patch that regrows bone in the living body, creating a new way to treat wounds.
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UI study finds concession stands shouldn't be afraid of healthy foods

Monday, March 17, 2014
A study by the University of Iowa showed that a concession stand at high school athletic events in Muscatine saw no drop in sales when it added healthy foods.

Annual Doc Dash and Fun Run set for April 5

Monday, March 17, 2014
The Doc Dash is a 5K fun-run/walk set for 9 a.m. Saturday, April 5. The event benefits the Iowa City Free Medical Clinic and the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine Mobile Clinic and is open to all members of the community.

Achievements: UI faculty, staff, students, and alumni making news

Friday, March 14, 2014
University staff, faculty, students, and alumni are accomplishing great things every day. See who's making news with awards, publications, promotion and tenure, and more.
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Delivering a special kind of care

Friday, March 14, 2014
Child Life specialists at University of Iowa Children's Hospital help keep life as normal as possible for young patients while also helping keep their anxieties down.
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UI's James comments on hypertension, stroke

Thursday, March 13, 2014
UI physician Paul James says there's no question elevated blood pressure increases risk of stroke, heart attack, and kidney disease, but cautions against medication for certain groups because side effects, including dizziness, swollen feet, and low potassium levels, can be even more harmful.

'U.S. News' ranks 22 UI graduate programs among top 25 in nation

Tuesday, March 11, 2014
U.S. News & World Report ranks 22 University of Iowa graduate programs and colleges among the 25 best in the nation.

Terry Wahls to discuss 'Wahls Protocol' March 15

Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Terry L. Wahls, clinical professor of medicine in the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine, will talk about her new book, "The Wahls Protocol," at 2 p.m. Saturday, March 15, at the Iowa City Public Library.