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An incoming student in a white coat walks across a seated row of students giving him a high five.

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

CU School of Medicine Welcomes Class of 2029 With White Coats, Stethoscopes, and Plenty of Encouragement

by Kara Mason | July 25, 2025

Photo of a person lifting heavy weights

The Conversation

As Wrestling Fans Reel From the Sudden Death of Hulk Hogan, a Cardiologist Explains How to Live Long and Healthy − and Avoid Chronic Disease

by William Cornwell, MD | August 01, 2025

Photo of a woman having her thyroid gland checked

Thyroid Cancer,
Endocrinology

Feeling Out of Whack? It Could Be Your Thyroid

by Laura Kelley | August 01, 2025

Press Releases,
COMBAT,
Grant

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Awarded One of the Largest Clinical Trial Grants in Campus History to Lead Trauma Study

by Kelsea Pieters | July 31, 2025

A close-up image of a woman in a hospital gown hugs a golden retriever and smiles.

Patient Care,
Students

The New CU School of Medicine-CSU Project Dedicated to Keeping Pets and Patients Together

by Kara Mason | July 31, 2025

From left, researchers Mercedes Rincon, PhD, Felipe Pereira, PhD, Bryan Johnson, and James DeGregori, PhD

Research,
COVID-19,
Breast Cancer

CU Cancer Center-led Research Shows That COVID-19 Infection Can Awaken Dormant Cancer Cells, Leading to Metastatic Disease

by Greg Glasgow | July 30, 2025

Dr. Janet Kukreja, Coach Prime and Lauren Askevold at the press conference about the coach's bladder cancer treatment at CU Anschutz.

Research,
Patient Care,
Bladder Cancer,

CU Surgeon Removes Bladder Cancer from Coach Prime

by Chris Casey | July 28, 2025

Graphic showing a person with hands over their bladder area of the body.

Patient Care,
Bladder Cancer,

Bladder Cancer: What You Need to Know

by Chris Casey | July 28, 2025

Rows of gummy raspberries on a bright green background. One of the berries is real.

Nutrition

Worried About Synthetic Food Dyes? Opt For Natural, Whole Foods

by Kara Mason | July 28, 2025

An incoming student in a white coat walks across a seated row of students giving him a high five.

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

CU School of Medicine Welcomes Class of 2029 With White Coats, Stethoscopes, and Plenty of Encouragement

by Kara Mason | July 25, 2025

A doctor holds a page of medical scans with medical gloved hands.

Hospital Medicine,
Internal Medicine,
Hospitalists

Free AI Tools Can Help Doctors Read Medical Scans — Safely and Affordably

by Laura Kelley | July 23, 2025

A stylized image with a person sitting back to back with a shadow version of themselves. Within the shadow version, a brain illustration is shown within their head.

Research,
Patient Care,
Addiction Series

Exploring the Links Between Chronic Pain and Addiction

by Matthew Hastings | July 23, 2025

Neuroscience,
Veteran and Military Health,

VA Secretary Tours Nation-Leading Marcus Institute for Brain Health

by Chris Casey | July 22, 2025

A close up shot of a man with swollen ankles in a pair of black dress shoes.

Vascular Surgery

What President Donald Trump’s Leg Swelling Diagnosis Reveals About Treatment, Risk Factors

by Kara Mason | July 21, 2025

Matriculation 2025 | CU School of Medicine

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

CU School of Medicine Matriculation 2025

by School of Medicine | July 21, 2025

People drinking alcohol on the beach in the summer as the sun sets behind them.

Substance Use Disorders

Hot Temps, Cold Drinks: Staying Safe When Summer and Alcohol Collide

by Laura Kelley | July 18, 2025

A black and white image of a life-like brain with accompanying graphic of neurons on a gold and black striped background.

Research,
Neuroscience,
Awards

CU Researcher Awarded McKnight Grant to Study Myelin’s Role in Alzheimer’s Disease

by Kara Mason | July 17, 2025

Cameron Meikle smiling. Text on the image reads: Class of 2029 Matriculation.

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

Incoming CU Medical Student Aims to Become a ‘Jack of All Trades’ to Advance Science and Patient Care

by Tayler Shaw | July 17, 2025

A mother holds a swaddled baby as they face away from the camera.

pregnancy,

Amniotic Stem Cells Can Be Collected from Vaginal Fluid Rather than More Invasive Techniques

by David Kelly | July 15, 2025

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

CU’s PIKE-PREP Program Prepared Brooke Linden for the CU School of Medicine’s MD-PhD Program

by Greg Glasgow | July 14, 2025

A person holds their lower back, while outside on a walk. A graphical element with an illustrated brain in a square box flanks them to their left.

Research,
Patient Care,

What is Chronic Pain and Where Does It Come From?

by Matthew Hastings | July 14, 2025

Press Releases,

New Discovery Reveals Dopamine Operates with Surgical Precision, Not as a Broad Signal

by Kelsea Pieters | July 11, 2025

The Conversation,
Neurology

Migraines Can Be Debilitating – And Frustrating When Triggered by Weather You Can’t Control

by Danielle Wilhour, MD | July 10, 2025

Research,
Patient Care,
Otolaryngology

Do Noise-Cancelling Headphones Help or Hurt Hearing?

by Matthew Hastings | July 10, 2025

Photo of Jaydep Halder in a white button up and a blue suit jacket against a grey background that reads

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

Incoming CU Med Student Seeks the Intersection Between Medicine and Policy

by Kara Mason | July 10, 2025

Female doctor touching the shoulder of a male patient wearing a mask.

Research,
COVID-19,
Public Health,

Tracking Patients’ Feelings About COVID-19 and Monoclonal Antibodies in the Early Days of the Pandemic

by Greg Glasgow | July 09, 2025

Images shows Trinity Brigham in a leopard print shirt and black blazer against a grey background that reads Class of 2029

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared

For Incoming Student Trinity Brigham, a Passion for Medicine Runs in the Family

by Kara Mason | July 08, 2025

Two photos, one of Eddie Vedder performing solo with a guitar, and a group photo of researchers and Eddie Vedder, made to look like film photos.

Awareness,
Pediatrics,

Eddie Vedder Documentary Elevates a CU Pediatrician’s Clinical Focus to the Big Screen

by Kara Mason | July 07, 2025

A woman holds her stomach in pain, against a gold and black illustrated background.

Press Releases,
Women's Health,
Psychology

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Patients Say They Feel Dismissed and Misunderstood, According to New Study

by Laura Kelley | July 07, 2025

A person in pain holding their knee.

Press Releases,
Autoimmune disease

Researchers Find Immune Pathway in Joint Tissue Involved in Early Rheumatoid Arthritis

by David Kelly | July 02, 2025

Close up photograph of two girls blocking a volleyball at the net. They are wearing red uniforms.

Patient Care,
Sports Medicine,
Pediatrics

A Look at the Creation of Colorado’s First Female Athlete Program

by Kara Mason | June 30, 2025

Photo of a human man and his brain

Press Releases,
Psychology,
Neurology

Study Finds Link Between Brain Injury And Criminal Behavior

by Laura Kelley | June 26, 2025

Photo of a participant destroying material in a rage room

Psychology

Rage Rooms: Are Aggression-Based Outlets Helping or Hurting Mental Health?

by Laura Kelley | June 26, 2025

Cut out of an image of a tan snail sitting on top of a skincare container. Image background is yellow.

Patient Care,
Dermatology

Viral Social Media Skincare Trends Don’t Always Align with Expert Guidelines— But Could They Improve Adherence?

by Kara Mason | June 25, 2025

Photo of a person dealing with the heat and summer depression

Mental Health,
Psychology

When Swim Season and Hot Days Bring Sadness, Not Fun

by Laura Kelley | June 23, 2025

Close up shot of a man's knee. AI-generated drawing shows the leg bones.

Sports Medicine,
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI is Helping Sports Medicine Reach New Levels, But It’s Not a Slam Dunk Yet

by Kara Mason | June 23, 2025

An image of JJ Keller superimposed over a background of multi-sized squares of aqua greens and golds

Addiction,
Behavioral Health,
Addiction Series

Overcoming Meth Addiction: Helping People Take a Step Toward Recovery

by Debra Melani | June 20, 2025

The panel from Transforming Healthcare panel on Military Medicine and the Mind sits on stage at CU Anschutz.

Research,
Patient Care,
Veteran and Military Health,
Firearm Injury Prevention,
COMBAT

Transforming Military Medicine: Breakthroughs in Trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury and PTSD Care

by Carie Behounek | June 17, 2025

Two pairs of hands are intertwined -- one a senior, and another a younger person.

Research,
Mental Health,

The Research Behind Validating Dementia Caregivers’ Feelings

by Kara Mason | June 16, 2025

Photo of a doctor showing a patient how to use continuous glucose monitoring.

Press Releases,
Diabetes,

Scientists Seek Ways to Open More Patient Doors to Advanced Blood Sugar Monitoring

by Laura Kelley | June 09, 2025

A group photo of the award winners.

Education,
Faculty,
Awards,
Clinical Impact,
Internal Shared

10 CU School of Medicine Clinicians Honored for Promoting Patient-Centered Culture

by Kara Mason | June 09, 2025

Drs. Tyra Fainstad and Adrienne Mann sitting at microphones in the Health Science Radio podcast studio.

Research,
Health Science Radio podcast

Better Together: A CU-Created Antidote to the Burnout Crisis

by Chris Casey | June 06, 2025

Paul Bunn Jr., MD, in a 1988 photo, and Richard Schulick, MD, MBA, in surgery | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Research,
Cancer,
Magazine,
Surgical Oncology,
Medical Oncology,
History,
40-Year Anniversary

40 Years of Preventing and Conquering Cancer

by Mark Harden | June 05, 2025

A man takes a runners starting position; images of various performance enhancing drugs are featured in small boxes around him in a stylized manner.

Patient Care,
Mental Health,
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Jacked: Rising Use of Steroids and Other Performance-Enhancing Drugs Carries Risks

by Matthew Hastings | June 03, 2025

Photo of doctor in a lab

Press Releases,
Ophthalmology

Historic $40 Million Gift to CU Anschutz Department of Ophthalmology Will Fuel Research and New Therapies

by David Kelly | June 03, 2025

Football players huddle together and raise a football to the air.

Research,
Sports Medicine,
Data and Health

Study Reveals College Football Players Experience Higher Rates of Obstructed Sleep Apnea

by Kara Mason | June 02, 2025

Stylized image of AI technology and its use in diagnosing eye disease and cervical cancer.

Research,
Cancer,
Ophthalmology,
AI Series

Artificial Intelligence May Improve Diagnosis of Cervical Cancer, Infant Eye Disease

by Carrie Printz | May 30, 2025

An image of the Teal Wand on a beige background.

Research,
Women's Health,
Cervical Cancer

New Research Led by CU School of Medicine Validates At-Home Cervical Cancer Screening Device

by Kara Mason | May 29, 2025

The Conversation

Billy Joel Has Excess Fluid in His Brain – A Neurologist Explains What Happens When This Protective Liquid Gets Out of Balance

by Danielle Wilhour, MD | May 29, 2025

A deep sunburn shown on the back of a woman's neck.

Community,
Skin Cancer,
skin damage

What Should You Do After a Sunburn?

by Kara Mason | May 27, 2025

Portrait-style photo of orthopedic trauma surgeon Jason Stoneback, MD.

Press Releases,
Surgery

CU Anschutz Develops First Validated Tool to Measure Performance in Bone-Anchored Prosthesis Users After Amputation

by David Kelly | May 23, 2025

A collage of images, including a historic photo of a drugstore, bottles from the Shikes collection and a photograph of the exhibit.

Campus Life,
Internal Shared

At this CU Anschutz Exhibit, Antique Medicine Bottles Hold a Thousand Stories

by Kara Mason | May 22, 2025

Doctor consulting with patient

Research,
Clinical Trials

How Clinical Trials Move Cancer Treatment Forward

by Greg Glasgow | May 21, 2025

A doctor speaking with a cancer patient.

Research,
Press Releases,
Blood Cancer,
Cancer

New Study Reveals Why Common Leukemia Treatments Fail in Some Patients

by Laura Kelley | May 21, 2025

Mental Health,
Psychology

One Tail, Two Minds: A New Approach to OCD Treatment

by Laura Kelley | May 20, 2025

Graduates at the CU School of Medicine's Hooding and Oath Ceremony on May 19, 2025.

Education,
Community,
Students,
Graduation,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

‘Go Out and Change the World’: CU School of Medicine Class of 2025 Celebrates Graduation

by Mark Harden | May 19, 2025

AI is helping detect new biomarkers and improve treatments for patients with colorectal cancer

Research,
Colorectal Cancer,
Cancer,
Clinical Research,
Medical Oncology,
Gastrointestinal Cancer,
AI Series

Real Talk about AI and Advancing Cancer Treatments

by Carie Behounek | May 19, 2025

CU School of Medicine | Class of 2025 | Graduation

Education,
Community,
Students,
Graduation,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

CU School of Medicine Graduation 2025

by School of Medicine | May 16, 2025

The group of graduates and their family members pose for a photo.

Education,
Students,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

Inaugural Class of Med Students from CSU Branch Celebrate Graduation

by Kara Mason | May 14, 2025

Daniel Saks smiling.

Education,
Students,
Graduation,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

Graduating CU Medical Student Aims to Meld Medicine and Military Service as Future Air Force Surgeon

by Tayler Shaw | May 12, 2025

A child wearing an assistive hearing device faces away from the camera - over a stylzied gold and white background.

Research,
Pediatrics

Hearing Shapes How Kids Learn and Connect

by Carie Behounek | May 09, 2025

Education,
Students,
Graduation,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

‘Blending Art and Science’: CU Med Student Discovers a Passion for Plastic Surgery

by Kara Mason | May 09, 2025

Jennifer Stevens-Lapsley, PT, professor of physical therapy at the CU School of Medicine, sits at the microphone for an episode of Health Science Radio.

Research,
Patient Care,
Health Science Radio podcast,
Physical Therapy

What to Expect When Recovering from Knee Replacement Surgery

by Carie Behounek | May 08, 2025

Education,
Students,
Graduation,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

Surgery Residency Will Help India Bonner Pursue Her Passion for Health Equity

by Greg Glasgow | May 07, 2025

Education,
Students,
Graduation,
Internal Shared,
Commencement 2025

CU Med Student Forged a Global Health Path For Herself

by Kara Mason | May 05, 2025

Faculty,
Awards,
Internal Shared

ELAM Honors CU School of Medicine with Institutional Award for Advancement of Women in Medicine and Science

by Kara Mason | May 02, 2025

Black and white photo of an older man wearing a mask receiving a shot in his arm.

Patient Care,
Community,
Vaccinations,
Measles

Do You Need a Booster Shot? What to Know About Adult Vaccines

by Kara Mason | May 02, 2025

A hand in a blue latex glove holds dental instruments while a white-gloved hand holds a vaccine

Research,
Vaccinations,
Pediatrics,

To Increase Childhood Vaccine Uptake, Researchers Look to Dental Visits

by Kara Mason | April 30, 2025

Patient Care,
Head and Neck Cancer,

Tennis Star Serena Williams Calls ‘Foul’ on Neck Lump: What Is a Branchial Cleft Cyst?

by Chris Casey | April 28, 2025

New Leadership Team for the CU School of Medicine | Leslie Berg, PhD | Vineet Chopra, MD | Shanta Zimmer, MD | Naresh Mandava, MD | Adit Ginde, MD

Research,
Press Releases,
Education,
Community,
Internal Shared

Dean Sampson Appoints New Leadership Team for the CU School of Medicine

by School of Medicine | April 28, 2025

Doctor conducting allergy test on young patient

Research,
Community,
Allergy and Clinical Immunology

A Successful New Peanut Patch is Helping Improve Options for Allergy Treatment

by Mara Kalinoski | April 25, 2025

Photo of a man getting a vaccine from a doctor across a stylized white and gold background.

Press Releases,
Vaccinations,
Clinical Research,
Vaccine,
Autoimmune disease

B Cells Found to Be Crucial for Long-Term Vaccine Protection, New Study Shows

by Laura Kelley | April 23, 2025

Teenage girl listening to and receiving comfort from a female doctor.

Women's Health,
Adolescence,
Reproductive Health

Teen Talk: Periods, Menstrual Products and What’s Normal

by Carie Behounek | April 21, 2025

Graphic illustration of woman with dark hair on a white pillow covered in blankets below a starry night sky with a thought bubble full of gibberish

Mental Health,
Sleep Series

From Memory Loss to Heart Disease, Stress and Insomnia Can Take a Toll

by Debra Melani | April 18, 2025

Graphic illustration of a man asleep, his head one a white pillow, a large clock rising behind him with a gold arrow encircling it

Mental Health,
Sleep Series

When a Gummy Won't Do It: Tips to Maintaining a Sleep Cycle for Health

by Debra Melani | April 18, 2025

A mixed media image showing an astronaut in a space suit floats over a gold circle against a black background.

Research,
Patient Care,

Becoming an Astronaut: Challenges and Preparation for the Final Frontier

by Laura Kelley | April 10, 2025

Newborn baby in the hospital

Research,
Clinical Research,
Child & Adolescent,
Pediatrics,
Pharmacology,
Clinical Impact,
Infectious Diseases

CCTSI Research Seeks to Establish Safe Oral Antibiotic Doses for Infants

by Lily Vesel | April 08, 2025

A woman cradles a sleeping baby on her chest over a stylized split black and gold background.

Research,
Pediatrics,

Co-Sleeping, No Matter Where, Raises the Risk of Sudden Infant Death, Data Show

by Debra Melani | April 06, 2025

Kristin Good - staff chaplain at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, sits in a chair, looking away from the camera, in the Anschutz Health Sciences Building.

Liver Transplant,
Organ donation,
Surgery

Donor Answers a Call of Altruism and Saves a Stranger’s Life

by Carie Behounek | April 04, 2025

Aimee Bernard and Laura Scherer talk about reversing the trend of misinformation about science.

Research,
Vaccine,
Health Science Radio podcast,

How Do We ‘Trust the Science’ in an Age of Misinformation?

by Chris Casey and Carie Behounek | April 03, 2025

Graphic design of gold clock with black hands and numbers half superimposed over a white dinner plate on a weaved placemat

Clinical Research,
Obesity,

4:3 Intermittent Fasting Outperforms Daily Calorie Restriction in Weight-Loss Study

by Debra Melani | March 31, 2025

A small market setup in Port-Au-Prince, Haiti on August 21 2010, with a collapsed building in the background following a January 2010 earthquake in the country.

Community,
Trauma,

Disaster Relief: a First Responder’s Perspective

by Laura Kelley | March 31, 2025

A rescue worker carves through rebar from a collapsed building in Mandalay, Myanmar on March 28, 2025.

Community,
Trauma,
COMBAT,

Surviving the Aftershock: the Reality of First Response in Post-Earthquake Myanmar and Thailand

by Laura Kelley | March 31, 2025

Joshua Gowin, PhD, assistant professor of radiology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine

Research,
Neuroscience,
Health Science Radio podcast

How Does Cannabis Use Affect Brain Function?

by Chris Casey | March 24, 2025

A woman in black weighted vest, hands on straps, inside a gold circle

Fitness and Well-Being

Is This Vest Worth Its Weight in Fitness Returns?

by Debra Melani | March 20, 2025

Teen boy scrolling on mobile device

Child & Adolescent,
Pediatrics,
Suicide Prevention,

What Parents Need to Know about Teens and Sextortion

by Carie Behounek | March 14, 2025

A person holds their midsection - indicating UTI discomfort and pain - over a stylized gold and black background.

Research,
Press Releases,
Dental Medicine,
Pharmacy Research

Promising New Research Shows Potential to Cure Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections

by Julia Milzer | March 12, 2025

Medicine,
Autoimmune disease,
Hematology,

Do Stem Cell ‘Memories’ Trigger Autoimmune Disease Flare-Ups?

by Carie Behounek | March 07, 2025

Colorectal Cancer,
cancer screening,
Health Science Radio podcast

Why Are Colorectal Cancer Patients Getting Younger?

by Chris Casey | March 07, 2025

A young Emily Hemendinger looks nervous as she prepares to compete in swimming.

Mental Health,
Psychology

Athletic Culture Can Feed Eating Disorders

by Guest Contributor | March 05, 2025

Research,
Internal Shared

Awards Ceremony Celebrates Research Excellence

by Toula Wellbrook | February 28, 2025

Research,
The Conversation,
Measles

Texas Records First U.S. Measles Death in 10 Years – Epidemiologist Explains How to Protect Against This Preventable Disease

by Daniel Pastula, MD, MHS | February 28, 2025

Photo of older woman with dendrites looming behind her head

Research,
Alzheimer's,

Alzheimer’s Study Finds Potential Immune System Link, Mostly in Women

by Debra Melani | February 28, 2025

A photo of a child's shoulder showing measles.

Pediatrics,
Infectious disease,
Measles

Child Dies of Measles: Here’s a Look at the Country's Re-Emerging Disease

by Debra Melani | February 27, 2025

Lung x-ray

Research,
Press Releases,

New Study Highlights Need for Better Care to Prevent Lung Problems After Abdominal Surgery

by Kelsea Pieters | February 25, 2025

Colorado chest tubes provide surgical patients with targeted pain relief

Cardiothoracic Surgery,
Cardiology,
Surgery,
CU Innovations Shared

A New Approach to Managing Pain Could Help Reduce Opioid Use After Surgery

by Carie Behounek | February 25, 2025

Panelists discussed AI and health sciences education as part of the conference.

Artificial Intelligence (AI),
Internal Shared

CU Anschutz Readies for AI's Evolution

by Toula Wellbrook | February 24, 2025

A person checking his glucose levels while on a telehealth appointment.

Press Releases,
Diabetes,
Telemedicine

Study Focuses on Widening the Reach of Life-Saving Specialty Diabetes Care

by Laura Kelley | February 24, 2025

Drs. Vik Bebarta and Adit Ginde

The Conversation

How Medical Treatments Devised for War Can Quickly Be Implemented in U.S. Hospitals to Save Lives

by Vik Bebarta, MD and Adit Ginde, MD | February 21, 2025

Tyra Fainstad, MD, (left) and Ned Calonge, MD, MPH, on an episode of Health Science Radio.

Research,
Patient Care,
Cancer,
Health Science Radio podcast

What Are the Impacts of Alcohol on Health?

by Chris Casey | February 19, 2025

A single vial of NAD+

Can NAD+ Supplements Fend Off Aging, Cancer and More?

by Laura Kelley | February 13, 2025

Is slugging right for your skin?

Dermatology,
Fad or Fact

Skin Care Trends: Is ‘Slugging’ Right for You?

by Carie Behounek | February 11, 2025

Mandy Erwin and her family

Patient Care,
Esophageal and Gastric Cancer

Positive Attitude and Mental Health Support Helped Mandy Erwin Through Her Treatment for Esophageal Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | February 11, 2025

Joshua Gowin, PhD, and another researcher examine scan results.

Research,
Neuroscience,
Mental Health,
Cannabis,
Neurology

Largest Study Ever Done on Cannabis and Brain Function Finds Impact on Working Memory

by Julia Milzer | February 06, 2025

A professor of medicine explains the potential health benefits of honey.

Fad or Fact

Does Honey Offer Health Benefits?

by Chris Casey | February 05, 2025

Measuring obesity goes beyond BMI

Research,
Obesity,
Cardiology

Commission Recommends New Approaches to Defining Obesity

by Carie Behounek | February 03, 2025

Wendy Tzou, MD, shares her dreams for cardiology at CU Anschutz

Research,
Cardiology

A Heart Doctor Reimagines How We Care for People With Arrhythmias

by Carie Behounek | February 03, 2025

Photo of Dr. Kamdar smiling and holding a man's hands as they chat

Clinical Research,
lymphoma,

Dancer to Doctor: Dreams Fuel Top Lymphoma Researcher’s Success

by Debra Melani | February 03, 2025

Jordana Hoppe, MD, with two young patients

Research,
Child & Adolescent,
Drug Development,
Clinical Impact

Research Conducted at the CCTSI Continues to Advance 'Miracle Drug' for Kids With Cystic Fibrosis

by Wendy Meyer | February 03, 2025

A fan sporting paint on his face expresses wide-eyed disbelief at what he sees on his phone

Community,
Mental Health,

Sports Betting: How to Know If You've Crossed the Line

by Kristen O'Neill | January 31, 2025

Researchers look at brain scans.

Neuroscience,
Multiple Sclerosis (MS),
Neurology

New Drug Shows Promise in Restoring Vision for People with Nerve Damage

by Laura Kelley | January 27, 2025

Matthew Wynia leads a discussion the Medicine Behind the Barbed Wire conference

Medicine and the Holocaust

The Doctor’s Dilemma: Role of Medicine During Rise of the Nazis

by Laura Kelley | January 27, 2025

Prem Subramanian, MD, PhD is interviewed on Health Science Radio

Research,
Patient Care,
Neuro-Ophthalmology,
Health Science Radio podcast

How Does Space Travel Affect the Eyes?

by Chris Casey | January 24, 2025

Stylized image of electric currents and neurons firing in the brain.

Press Releases,
Pharmacology,
Neurology

New Study Uncovers Key Mechanism Behind Learning and Memory

by Kelsea Pieters | January 21, 2025

A three-photo collage showing a concentration camp surrounded by barbed wire and two entrances to Auschwitz

Education,
Community,
Ethics,
Medicine and the Holocaust

Beyond the Classroom: Horrors of Holocaust Sites Shape Future Medical Professionals

by Laura Kelley | January 21, 2025

Research,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia,
Awards

Daniel Pollyea, MD, MS, Recognized by the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society for His Research on Leukemia Stem Cells

by Greg Glasgow | January 16, 2025

Stylized image showing memory loss as puzzle pieces drift away from the brain.

Press Releases,
Alzheimer's

Dementia with Lewy Bodies Has Been Difficult to Diagnose Early, But Comprehensive Cognitive Testing Could Change That

by Kelsea Pieters | January 10, 2025

Fires burning in California during 2021 fires.

Mental Health,
Climate Science,

Aftermath of California Wildfires May Have a Heavy Mental Health Toll

by Laura Kelley | January 08, 2025

Beer cans showing warning labels

Breast Cancer,
Cancer,
alcohol,
Health Policy

Alcohol is a Leading Cause of Cancer, But Will the Public Heed a New Warning?

by Mark Harden | January 08, 2025

A photo of the Denver skyline

Press Releases,
OAE Shared

Study Finds 25% of Youth Experienced Homelessness in Denver in 2021, Significantly Higher Than Known Counts

by Kelsea Pieters | January 03, 2025

Anne Libby filming online courses

Research,
Funding,
CCTSI,
Training,
Grant,
Internal Shared

It’s Not All About the Science: CU Professor Teaches Researchers How to Manage Their Grants

by Lily Vesel | January 03, 2025

Soccer player dribbling at training session.

Research,
Patient Care,

Can an App Help Improve Recovery From a Concussion?

by Chris Casey | January 02, 2025

Deep brain stimulation is shown with an electrode placed in a scan of a brain.

Neuroscience,
Surgery,
Neurology

Advances in Deep Brain Stimulation May Reduce Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms

by Guest Contributor | December 16, 2024

Graphic: The hands of two different arms come together to form a heart.

Reproductive Health,
Psychology,
Menopause

Sex and Menopause: How to Keep the Romance Alive

by Debra Melani | December 09, 2024

A stylized animated image showing eye transplant occuring by reattaching the optic nerve.

Research,
Neuroscience,
Neuro-Ophthalmology,
Surgery,
Immunology & Microbiology

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus-Led Team Receives Up to $46 Million to Develop Innovative Treatment to Cure Blindness

by Laura Kelley | December 02, 2024

Exercise and menopause

Patient Care,
Women's Health,
Menopause

Manage Menopause With Exercise: ‘It’s Never Too Late to Start’

by Chris Casey | December 02, 2024

Jenna Guthmiller, PhD, on Health Science Radio

COVID-19,
Vaccine,
Infectious disease,
Influenza,
Health Science Radio podcast

Bird Flu Outbreak ‘Very Concerning’ as Influenza Season Ramps Up

by Chris Casey | November 25, 2024

Woman with long dark hair in gold shirt facing an inset of a beating heart

Women's Health,
Cardiology,
Menopause

Heart Disease Risks in Women Often Rise During the Years Right Before Menopause

by Guest Contributor | November 22, 2024

A runner grabbing his knee in pain, a white gloved hand prepping a Botox shot and a woman holding her hand to her jaw grimacing in pain

Patient Care,
Neuroscience,

Not Just for Wrinkles Anymore: Botox Takes on Range of Medical Conditions

by Debra Melani | November 21, 2024

Featured CU School of Medicine faculty from Transforming Healthcare: The Future of Immunotherapy: Breakthroughs Beyond Cancer, sit in chairs on stage.

Research,
Patient Care,
Immunotherapy,
Autoimmune disease,

CU Anschutz Scientists Look to the Next Generation of Immunotherapy

by Matthew Hastings | November 19, 2024

View of the CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Press Releases,
Hospital-Based Pharmacy,
Hospital Medicine,
Hospitalists

Study Shows Technology Can’t Replace The Power Of In-Person Communication in Hospitals

by Laura Kelley | November 17, 2024

Leading experts talk about menopause

Women's Health,
Health Science Radio podcast,
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility,
Reproductive Sciences,
Menopause

Scientists Say Menopause’s ‘Moment’ Is Long Overdue

by Chris Casey | November 14, 2024

University of Colorado and other enlisted personnel at the 29th Base Hospital mess hall during World War I.

Campus Life,
History

CU Anschutz History Day: What We Found in CU Boulder’s Norlin Library

by Matthew Hastings | November 11, 2024

Young boy sits in front of a television

Research,
Pediatric Ophthalmology

Animated Movie Characters with Strabismus are More Likely to be Villains, Study Finds

by Kara Mason | November 11, 2024

Pediatric Research Day

Research,
Alumni,

Inaugural Pediatric Research Day a Success

by Department of Pediatrics | November 06, 2024

Stylized images showing types of hormone therapy for menopause - oral pills, transdermal products, vaginal options, Levonorgestrel Intrauterine Devices, and Pellets

Reproductive Health,
Academic Specialists in Obstetrics and Gynecology,
Menopause

Pills, Patches, Creams or Sprays? How to Choose a Hormone Therapy Delivery Mode

by Debra Melani | November 04, 2024

Units of blood stored in a blood bank.

Biochemistry & Molecular Genetics,

Study Pinpoints Age-Related Changes in Blood

by Chris Casey | November 01, 2024

Baby being spoon fed

Research,
Nutrition

CCTSI Research Fills the Gap in Evidence-Based Infant Feeding Guidelines

by Wendy Meyer | November 01, 2024

A photo from the back of the audience looking straight at the large screen with the Anschutz Health Sciences Building

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Internal Shared,
CU Innovations Shared

‘A Place to Dream’: CU Anschutz Continues on its Record-Breaking Course

by Debra Melani | October 30, 2024

Research Bridge on the CU Anschutz Medical Campus on a sunny day.

Press Releases,

Transforming Patient Care: Study Finds Bedside Interdisciplinary Rounds Boost Satisfaction For Patients and Providers

by Laura Kelley | October 29, 2024

Graphic image of a pill capsule divided down the middle with the left half filled with powder and the right half with fish, meat, milk, eggs

Dermatology,
Nutrition,
Fad or Fact

Is the Collagen Powder Craze Worth the Hype?

by Carie Behounek | October 22, 2024

Doctor examines MRI of a patient's brain

Research,
Multiple Sclerosis (MS),

New Study Uncovers Cholesterol's Role in Worsening Multiple Sclerosis

by Laura Kelley | October 21, 2024

Fernando Holguin, MD, talks about the health dangers posed by air pollution

Community Health,
Health Science Radio podcast,
Pulmonology

As Colorado’s High Ozone and Air Pollution Days Climb, So Do Health Dangers

by Chris Casey | October 14, 2024

Graphic collage of menopause banners: hormone ills; ovaries; brain; women, heart, calendar

Women's Health,
Menopause

A Look Back: Key Takeaways of a Menopause Series

by Debra Melani | October 10, 2024

Students

Loving Labor, Delivery, and Midwifery

by Molly Smerika | October 10, 2024

Graphic of brain signifying confusion

Psychology,
Menopause,
Neurology

How Does Menopause Affect the Brain?

by Guest Contributor | October 08, 2024

Graphic image of white-haired woman looking at pills and patches for hormone therapy

Women's Health,
Reproductive Health,
Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility,
Reproductive Sciences,
Menopause

For Some Women, Hormone Therapy Can Provide a Needed Bridge

by Debra Melani | October 07, 2024

aerial view of cu anschutz

Diabetes,
ColoradoSPH at CU Anschutz,
Barbara Davis Center,

Large federal award will fund ColoradoSPH and CU School of Medicine researchers in expanding efforts to prevent, treat, and manage Type 2 diabetes

by Tyler Smith | September 30, 2024

CU College of Nursing building with Mustafa Ozkaynak

Press Releases,

CU Researchers Awarded $1.35 Million Grant to Develop Decision Support Technology for Long-Term Care Facilities

by College of Nursing Marketing | August 22, 2024

A close-up image of a health care worker's gloved hands applying a bandage to a wound

Research,
COMBAT,
Global Health

CU Researchers Studying Antibiotic-Resistant Wound Infections in Ukraine

by Kara Mason | August 21, 2024

Peter Kennealey, Michel Chonchol, and Ken Hirasaki at Lowry Renal Center

Surgery,
Nephrology,
Radiology

‘A One Stop Shop’ for Kidney Care: CU Anschutz Departments Partner on New Stand-Alone Center

by Mark Harden | July 29, 2024

Person sitting on top of a mountain looking at the view

Research,
Clinical Trials,
Cardiology

Simulating Exercise at 14,000 Feet While in a Clinic at CU Anschutz

by Wendy Meyer | June 25, 2024

The PCORI award recipients: Sarah Brewer, PhD, MPA; Matthew DeCamp, MD; Bethany Kwan, PhD, MSPH; and Matthew Wynia, MD, MPH.

Research,
Community,
Awards,
PCORI

CU Faculty Awarded Funds to Study the Science of Engagement in Health Research

by Melissa Santorelli | April 23, 2024

Community,
Health outcomes,
CCTSI

CCTSI Pilot Grant Helps Link Healthcare, Services and Housing

by Wendy Meyer | April 02, 2024

Gilbert at ACS conference

Research,
Students,
Stomach Cancer

CU Medical Student Part of Team Investigating Epstein-Barr Virus-Related Gastric Cancers

by Greg Glasgow | March 29, 2024

Community Health,
Cooking and Nutrition

The Truth About Sugar

by Robert Thompson | March 13, 2024

Heart,
Transplant Center,
Transplant Surgery,
Cardiology,
Heart Transplant

‘I Am Their Top Priority’: A High-Quality Heart-Transplant Team Sets a New Record

by Mark Harden | February 26, 2024

Image of soldiers' feet running through snow

Medicine,
Climate Science,
Veteran and Military Health,
COMBAT

CU Emergency Medicine Researchers Work Toward Arctic Medicine Solutions

by Mara Kalinoski | February 16, 2024

Honors,
Quality and Clinical Effectiveness,
Clinical,
Clinical Excellence Society

Champions For Their Patients: 21 Inducted Into CU Department of Medicine’s New Clinical Excellence Society

by Mark Harden | February 09, 2024

iPhone and exercise equipment

Research,

CU Department of Medicine Doctor Trials Health App for Postpartum Women at Increased Cardiometabolic Risk

by Rachael Fischer | February 08, 2024

Research,
Cancer,
Clinical Trials

‘We’re All In This Together’: CU Cancer Center Leaders Share Insights With Colorado Legislators

by Mark Harden | February 07, 2024

Ocular Health: A Window Into the Heart

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Diabetic retinopathy

Ocular Health: A Window Into the Heart

by Kara Mason | February 06, 2024

child receiving vaccine shot

Research,
Community,
Pediatric surgery,
Cervical Cancer,

CU Doctor Works to Increase HPV Vaccine Uptake to Prevent Cervical Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | January 17, 2024

Prescription

Patient Care,
Sarcoma,
Cancer

Trusting the Patient: A CU Department of Medicine Leader’s Transformational Encounter

by Mark Harden | December 14, 2023

Alex Cooper racing

Patient Care,
Brain and Spinal Cancer,
Oncology,
Radiation

Brain Cancer Patient Recruits the CU Cancer Center for the Fight of His Life

by Mark Harden | December 04, 2023

What’s the Future of Eye Transplantation?

Research,
Plastic Surgery,
Retina

What’s the Future of Eye Transplantation?

by Kara Mason | November 16, 2023

Skiers at Loveland Ski Area in Colorado. Photo by Mark Harden

Skin Cancer,
Dermatology,
skin damage

Have Fun in the Snow, But Remember: You’ve Got Skin in the Game

by Mark Harden | November 16, 2023

Betty and Bill Moren

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Lung Cancer,
Magazine,
Clinical Trials

After Lung Cancer Clinical Trial, Betty and Bill Moren Give Back as Patient Advocates for Thoracic Oncology Research Group

by Greg Glasgow | November 02, 2023

Illustration from Maria Baimas-George book

Community,
Transplant Surgery

Surgery Fellow’s Book Series Helps Children Understand Their Care

by Greg Glasgow | October 30, 2023

Emmy Betz, MD, MPH

Firearm Injury Prevention

Emmy Betz, MD, MPH, Elected as New Member of the National Academy of Medicine

by Colleen Miracle | October 09, 2023

Patient Care,
Community,
Leukemia,

Between a Rock and a Hard Place: Climber Tristan Chen Treated for Leukemia at CU Cancer Center

by Greg Glasgow | September 22, 2023

Patient Care,
Magazine,
Ovarian Cancer

CU Cancer Center Care Team Provides a Foundation for Healing for BRCA1-positive Patient

by Carie Behounek | September 21, 2023

Research,
Press Releases,
Funding,
CCTSI

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Receives $54 Million From NIH

by Wendy Meyer | September 18, 2023

What to Know About Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Jimmy Buffett’s Rare Skin Cancer | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Skin Cancer,
Dermatology

What to Know About Merkel Cell Carcinoma, Jimmy Buffett’s Rare Skin Cancer

by Jessica Cordova | September 07, 2023

BEAT Meth program provides hope

Addiction,
Community and Practice,
CCTSI

'BEAT Meth' Provides Hope for Patients With Methamphetamine Use Disorder

by Wendy Meyer | September 01, 2023

Trevor Nydam, MD, at the surgical robot

Community,
Transplant Surgery,
Liver Transplant

CU Surgeons Perform Department’s First Robotic Living Liver Donation

by Greg Glasgow | August 30, 2023

Elijah Johnson and Matt Witkowski

Research,
Education,
Community,
Blood Cancer

Elijah Johnson Came to the CU Cancer Center to Research the Mutation That Makes Him More Likely to Develop Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | August 30, 2023

CU Data Researchers Connect Diet to Changes in the Microbiome

Research,
Data analysis

CU Data Researchers Connect Diet to Changes in the Microbiome

by Kara Mason | August 17, 2023

From Beating Retinoblastoma to Batting with Big Leaguers

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Pediatric Cancer,
Retina

From Beating Retinoblastoma to Batting with Big Leaguers

by Kara Mason | August 07, 2023

blood cells

Research,
Ovarian Cancer,
Multiple Myeloma

Guidelines for Preventing Blood Clots in People With Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | July 28, 2023

Kathy and Jim Ballard

Patient Care,
Lung Cancer

New Treatment Paradigm Helps Lung Cancer Patient Thrive at CU Cancer Center

by Greg Glasgow | July 20, 2023

A Taste of the Future: CU Researcher Links Genetics with Dietary Intake

Research,
Advancement,
Genetics

A Taste of the Future: CU Researcher Links Genetics with Dietary Intake

by Kara Mason | July 09, 2023

multidisciplinary clinics at the University of Colroado Cancer Center | Chris Lieu, MD, and Sunnie Kim, MD

Colorectal Cancer,
Multidisciplinary Clinic,
Clinical,

Expanding the Umbrella of Care

by Rachel Sauer | July 05, 2023

Barb Spanjer

Patient Care,
Community,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Multidisciplinary Clinic,

Individualized Care Provides Hope for Pancreatic Cancer Patient with Stage 4 Diagnosis

by Rachel Sauer | June 26, 2023

Flaig with the NCCN team and African oncologists

Community,
Prostate Cancer,
Bladder Cancer,
Kidney Cancer,
Testicular cancer

CU Cancer Center Member Helps Develop Genitourinary Cancer Guidelines in Sub-Saharan Africa

by Greg Glasgow | June 07, 2023

Participants at the surgery research symposium

Research,
Education,

Surgery Residents Share Research at Annual Symposium

by Greg Glasgow | May 23, 2023

The United States Preventive Services Task Force has proposed lowering the recommended age for beginning regular mammograms from 50 to 40.

Breast Cancer,
Public Health,
cancer screening

Why Does the United States Preventive Services Task Force Want to Lower the Recommended Age for Mammograms?

by Greg Glasgow | May 18, 2023

Danny Naranjo

Community,
Obesity,
GITES,
Bariatric surgery

Bariatric Surgery Journey Takes Man from Knee Pain to the Lightness of Flying

by Rachel Sauer | May 16, 2023

Patient Care,
Community,
Kidney Cancer,
Urology

Kidney Cancer Journey Emphasizes Importance of Asking a Doctor when Things Don’t Feel Right

by Rachel Sauer | May 16, 2023

Community,
Lung Cancer,
Hope

Lung Cancer Survivorship Celebration Emphasizes Living with Hope and Optimism

by Rachel Sauer | May 05, 2023

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Survivor Set to Attend CU School of Medicine After Receiving Pioneering Treatment

Patient Care,
Clinical Research

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome Survivor Set to Attend CU School of Medicine After Receiving Pioneering Treatment

by Kara Mason | April 25, 2023

Paper cutouts of shaped like people holding hands

Firearm Injury Prevention,
COMBAT

CU School of Medicine Launches Firearm Injury Prevention Initiative

by Colleen Miracle | April 24, 2023

The American Urological Association recently named Kerri Thurmon, MD, as one of the recipients of its 2023 Young Urologist of the Year Award.

Community,
Urology,
Awards

Kerri Thurmon, MD, Selected as American Urological Association’s Young Urologist of the Year

by Greg Glasgow | April 17, 2023

Kjell Lindgren working on the International Space Station

COMBAT

Challenges of Medical Care in Space

by Colleen Miracle | April 12, 2023

Carolyn Degrafinried

Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Surgical Oncology,
Multidisciplinary Clinic,

Enjoying the Gift of Time After a Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis

by Rachel Sauer | March 23, 2023

Andrea Dwyer, director of the Colorado Cancer Screening Program, and gastroenterologist Swati Patel, MD, flew to Washington for the March 10 forum.

Community,
Colorectal Cancer,
ColoradoSPH at CU Anschutz,

Two CU Cancer Center Members Attend Biden’s Moonshot Event on Colorectal Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | March 16, 2023

Mom checks daughter's blood sugar.

Research,
CCTSI

Type 2 Youth Diabetes Study Changes Standard of Care Worldwide

by Wendy Meyer | March 14, 2023

Illustration of HPV virus

Research,
Head and Neck Cancer,
Clinical Trials

Innovative Technology Shows Great Promise Against Certain Head and Neck Cancers

by Rachel Sauer | March 03, 2023

V Foundation Funds CU Cancer Center Research on Pediatric Osteosarcoma That Spreads to the Lungs

Research,
Bone Cancer

V Foundation Funds CU Cancer Center Research on Pediatric Osteosarcoma That Spreads to the Lungs

by Greg Glasgow | February 23, 2023

AI-Assisted Authoring Tool Offers Timesaving and Transparency

Research,
Artificial Intelligence (AI)

AI-Assisted Authoring Tool Offers Timesaving and Transparency

by Rachel Wittel | February 22, 2023

Screening Vital for Diseases that Disproportionately Affect Black Americans

Awareness,
Glaucoma,
Diabetic retinopathy,
OAE Shared

Improved Prevention and Screening is Vital for Diseases that Disproportionately Affect Black Americans

by Rachel Wittel | February 06, 2023

Research,
Faculty,
Lung Cancer,

Balancing Science and Medicine to Benefit Lung Cancer Patient Care

by Rachel Sauer | January 12, 2023

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin

Community,
Cardiothoracic Surgery,
Cardiac Arrest

Cardiac Arrest During NFL Game Brings Awareness to Importance of High-Quality Intervention

by Rachel Sauer | January 04, 2023

Research,
Genetics,
CCTSI,
rare disease

Researchers Shed Light on a Rare Genetic Disease in Children

by Wendy Meyer | December 07, 2022

Women members of CU Cancer Center leadership

Community,
Cancer,
Magazine,
ColoradoSPH at CU Anschutz,
Leadership,
OAE Shared

Women Are Gaining Increasing Seats at the Table in Cancer Leadership

by Rachel Sauer | November 28, 2022

Trainees in the Department of Biomedical Informatics.

Research,
Community,
OAE Shared

CU Professor Draws on Indigenous Roots in Approach to Research and Mentoring

by Toni Lapp | November 21, 2022

https://news.cuanschutz.edu/cancer-center/paul-maroni-urologic-surgery?hs_preview=HPzdbRdl-92052452149

Prostate Cancer,
Magazine,
Urology

Paul Maroni, MD, Pursued Urologic Surgery For its Potential to Help Patients

by Greg Glasgow | November 21, 2022

Head and Neck Cancer,
Cancer,
Oncology,
Immunotherapy

Selective Nodal Radiation May Be a More Effective Approach in Cancer Treatment

by Laura Kelley | November 16, 2022

Eduardo Davila, PhD, speaking with Xander Bradeen in a lab

Research,
Education,
Community,

PIKE-PREP Supports Scholars from Underrepresented Backgrounds in Pursuing Top-Tier Education

by Rachel Sauer | November 14, 2022

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

Pancreatic Cancer Survivor is Eternally Grateful for her Surgery With Schulick

by Cancer Center | November 08, 2022

Amanda Vegter working with wildlife in South Africa

Research,
Patient Care,
Breast Cancer,
Plastic Surgery

Multi-Faceted Treatment Helps Young Breast Cancer Patient Through Her Cancer Journey

by Rachel Sauer | October 21, 2022

Frederick Grover, MD, with colleagues in Nepal operating room

Education,
Community,
Public Health

Decades-Long Public Health Partnerships in Nepal Supported by University of Colorado Colleagues

by Rachel Sauer | October 05, 2022

Doctor with pediatric patient

Research,
Pediatric Cancer,
Brain and Spinal Cancer

CU Cancer Center Is Home to One of the Largest Groups of Pediatric Brain Tumor Researchers in the Country

by Rachel Sauer | September 01, 2022

Research,
Breast Cancer,

Study Could Lead to Better Education and Treatment of Sexual Health for Breast Cancer Patients

by Laura Kelley | August 02, 2022

Massive Datasets

COVID-19,

Data scientists in the spotlight

by Wendy Meyer | July 20, 2022

The University of Colorado Department of Biomedical Informatics launches to advance patient care using data-driven discovery and artificial intelligence. | CU School of Medicine

Research,
Press Releases,
Education,
Clinical Research,
CU Medicine Today,
OAE Shared

Department of Biomedical Informatics Launches to Advance Patient Care Using Data-Driven Discovery

by Rachel Wittel | July 06, 2022

Erik Stanley and Kacie Peters with their son, Nate

Patient Care,
Community,
Awareness,
Colorectal Cancer

Couple Both Battling Stage IV Colon Cancer Focused on Enjoying Each Moment as a Family

by Rachel Sauer | June 20, 2022

Mario Carrasco, second from right, with his immediate and extended family | CU Transplant Surgery

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Transplant Center,
CU Medicine Today

“One in a Billion Odds”

by Rachel Sauer | June 15, 2022

In recognition of Men's Health Week, June 13–19, we spoke with John Dodge, PA, about testosterone and related effects on mental and physical health.

Patient Care,
Community,
Mental Health

Low Testosterone: Separating Fact From Fiction

by Greg Glasgow | June 10, 2022

Research,
Community,
Magazine,
Clinical Trials

Growing Evidence Shows Increasing Overlaps Between Human and Companion Animal Cancer Research

by Rachel Sauer | May 19, 2022

Patient Care,
Lung Cancer,
Prostate Cancer,
Melanoma,
Immunotherapy,

Acknowledging the Fears of Cancer by Giving Them a Face and a Name

by Rachel Sauer | April 20, 2022

Patient Care,
Community,
Awareness,
Transplant Center

Living Organ Donation Journey Inspires Doctor to Normalize the Experience for Others

by Rachel Sauer | April 06, 2022

Community,

National Cancer Institute Renews CU Cancer Center’s ‘Comprehensive’ Designation

by Greg Glasgow | March 31, 2022

Mohammed Al-Musawi, MD, seated in Iraqi military vehicle

Education,
Community,
Faculty,
Vascular Surgery,
Cardiothoracic Surgery

Nurturing a Passion for Medicine that Was Born in the Midst of War

by Rachel Sauer | March 22, 2022

Baby on woman's shoulder

Research,
Awareness,
Pediatric Cancer,
Brain and Spinal Cancer

Youngest Brain Tumor Patients Have Significantly Poorer Outcomes than Older Pediatric Patients

by Rachel Sauer | March 18, 2022

Jayashree Kalpathy-Cramer, PhD

Innovation,
Press Releases,
Health Sciences,

Jayashree Kalpathy-Cramer, PhD, Named Chief of Artificial Medical Intelligence in Ophthalmology

by Rachel Wittel | March 17, 2022

Jim White with his wife, Kelsey Shiba, and son, Oliver

Community,
Awareness,
Cancer

6 Years After Bile Duct Cancer Diagnosis, Focus Shifts to Not Wasting Time

by Rachel Sauer | February 22, 2022

Bob Saget’s Death | CU Department of Surgery | Michael Cripps, MD

Community,
Awareness,
Trauma and Fractures,
GITES

Bob Saget’s Death from Accidental Head Trauma Brings Awareness of Signs to Look for Following Head Injury

by Rachel Sauer | February 10, 2022

Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative sets ambitious goals to “reduce the death rate from cancer by at least 50% over the next 25 years.

Research,
Community,

CU Cancer Center Research Highlights Objectives of Biden's Moonshot Initiative

by Shelly Lange | February 04, 2022

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Low Vision Rehabilitation

Driving Dreams Come True at Age 52

by Rachel Wittel | February 04, 2022

NanoSilk is a silk-based skin cream created by CU School of Medicine faculty member Ken Liechty, MD, a pediatric surgeon at Children’s Hospital Colorado.

Research,
Patient Care,
Plastic Surgery

New Cosmetic Cream Created at CU Leaves Skin 'Silky' Smooth

by Greg Glasgow | February 03, 2022

Messersmith will oversee cancer care at all UCHealth locations with a focus on expanding advanced treatments and clinical trials.

Research,
Faculty,
Magazine,
Oncology

Wells Messersmith, MD, Named CMO of Oncology Services at UCHealth

by Cancer Center | January 27, 2022

Digital screen showing electronic medical record

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Surgical Oncology

Research Finds Patients and Providers Differ in Opinions About Immediate Access to Medical Records

by Rachel Sauer | January 21, 2022

Tom Poindexter, Glaucoma Awareness Month

Research,
Patient Care,
Awareness

Telemedicine Strengthens Glaucoma Diagnosis and Management

by Rachel Wittel | January 14, 2022

Emma Lamping awarded $5,000 to support her work comparing postoperative pain medication requirements among cannabis users and nonusers.

Research,
Education,
Students,

Medical Student Receives Grant to Help With Cannabis Study

by Greg Glasgow | January 06, 2022

Jessica Rove, MD, and Simran Randhawa, MBBS, of the University of Colorado Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery

Patient Care,
Community,
Cardiothoracic Surgery,
OAE Shared

Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery at CU School of Medicine Celebrates a ‘Herstoric’ Moment

by Greg Glasgow | November 17, 2021

Michelle LeFree with Christodoulos Kaoutzanis, MD; and by herself

Patient Care,
Community,
Plastic Surgery,
OAE Shared

Gender Affirmation Surgery Helps Patient Feel Whole for the First Time in 71 Years

by Rachel Sauer | November 15, 2021

Former Denver city councilor Albus Brooks

Patient Care,
Community,
Sarcoma

“You Are Cancer-Free”

by Rachel Sauer | November 03, 2021

Fluid Dynamics | CU Department of Surgery | GITES

Research,
Patient Care,
Press Releases,

Fluid Dynamics

by Greg Glasgow | October 19, 2021

Colin Powell | CU Cancer Center

Community,
Blood Cancer

Colin Powell’s Death Highlights the Challenges Multiple Myeloma Patients Face With COVID-19

by Greg Glasgow | October 18, 2021

Caley Kurchinski | CU Cancer Center | Breast Cancer

Patient Care,
Community,
Breast Cancer,
Advocacy

Genetic Counseling Helps Young Woman Take Control After Testing Positive for BRCA2

by Rachel Sauer | October 15, 2021

CU Cancer Center | Kirsten Stewart

Patient Care,
Awareness,
Breast Cancer,
Surgical Oncology,
Plastic Surgery

Young Mom’s Breast Cancer Journey Highlights Importance of Breast Cancer Screening in Younger Women

by Rachel Sauer | October 07, 2021

CU Surgeon Looking to Extend Bariatric Surgery Services to Adolescent Patients

Patient Care,
Community,
Child & Adolescent,
GITES

CU Surgeon Looking to Extend Bariatric Surgery Services to Adolescent Patients

by Rachel Sauer | September 30, 2021

Community,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

“Sex and the City” Actor’s Death Raises Awareness of Pancreatic Cancer

by Rachel Sauer | September 27, 2021

Norm MacDonald’s Death Puts Spotlight on Acute Leukemia | University of Colorado Cancer Center

Blood Cancer,
Leukemia

Norm MacDonald’s Death Puts Spotlight on Acute Leukemia

by Greg Glasgow | September 16, 2021

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
COVID-19,
Quality and Clinical Effectiveness,

Multidisciplinary Team Designs Novel Mask in Response to COVID-19 Pandemic

by Rachel Sauer | September 08, 2021

Research,
Community,
COVID-19,

Harnessing community voices to bolster COVID-19 vaccinations

by Laura Veith - ACCORDS Writer | September 06, 2021

Patient Care,
Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer Patient Hopes His Story Encourages Early Detection for Others

by Valerie Gleaton | September 01, 2021

David K | Lung Cancer | CU Cancer Center

Patient Care,
Lung Cancer,
Clinical Trials

Traveling to CU Cancer Center for a Lung Cancer Clinical Trial

by Cancer Center | August 19, 2021

Patient Care,
Pancreatic Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

The Pancreatic Cancer Battle That Bonded a Patient and His Physician

by Greg Glasgow | August 18, 2021

COVID-19,
Vaccinations

Why COVID-19 Vaccines Don’t Work As Well In Immunocompromised Cancer Patients

by Greg Glasgow | August 13, 2021

Faculty,
Cardiothoracic Surgery

“Is There a Physician Onboard?”: Emergency over the Atlantic Reaffirms Surgeon’s Commitment to Helping

by Rachel Sauer | August 13, 2021

Research,
Education,
Students

Second Annual Medical Student Summer Research Program Offers Mentorship and Hands-On Research Experience

by Rachel Sauer | August 10, 2021

Cancer Research Experience for Undergraduates (CREU) Clinical Translational Workshops | CU Cancer Center | Denver, CO

Research,
Education,
Magazine

Educational Pipelines Ensure Future Interest in Cancer Research

by Valerie Gleaton | July 26, 2021

Danner Plumhoff Craniofacial Crouzon Patient | Children's Hospital Colorado | Denver, CO

Patient Care,
Community,
Plastic Surgery

Young Craniofacial Patient Battles Multiple Surgeries With Positive Outlook

by Valerie Gleaton | July 20, 2021

Research,

Helping Working Cancer Caregivers Manage Stress

by Greg Glasgow | July 14, 2021

Matthew Bartley School

Education,
Community,

Viral Tweet Puts Surgery Resident in the Spotlight

by Greg Glasgow | July 01, 2021

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,

Patients Now Have Immediate Access to Their Medical Records. How Can Providers Help Them Make Sense of the Data?

by Greg Glasgow | June 14, 2021

Research,
Honors,
Head and Neck Cancer,
Magazine,
Funding

CU Cancer Center Receives Highly Competitive SPORE Grant for Head and Neck Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | June 07, 2021

CU GSSA Group with GlobalSurgBox | Department of Surgery | Aurora, Colorado

Innovation,
Education,
Community,

Medical Students Help Create Surgical Training Tool to Meet Local and Global Needs

by Valerie Gleaton | May 27, 2021

Research,
Patient Care,
Community,
Lung Cancer

From Debilitating Chemo to One Pill a Day for Lung Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | May 24, 2021

Research,
COVID-19,

Are the COVID-19 Vaccines Good News for Cancer Care?

by Greg Glasgow | May 18, 2021

Patient Care,
Blood Cancer,
Leukemia,
Magazine,
Clinical Trials

Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML) Won’t Slow World Champion Triathlete Down

by Jessica Cordova | May 16, 2021

Patient Care,
Community,
Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Patient’s Advice: Take It One Treatment at a Time

by Valerie Gleaton | May 12, 2021

Denver Health Bariatric Surgery Public Health Initiative | CU School of Medicine Department of Surgery | Aurora, CO

Research,
Patient Care,
GITES

Bariatric Surgery Public Health Initiative Improves Lives for Patients with Obesity

by Valerie Gleaton | April 28, 2021

University of Colorado Surgeon Performs State’s First COVID-19 Lung Transplant

Patient Care,
Community,
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University of Colorado Surgeon Performs State’s First COVID-19 Lung Transplant

by Greg Glasgow | April 26, 2021

Patient Care,
Pediatric Cancer,
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CU Cancer Center Technology Gives Kids a Welcome Distraction During Radiation Treatment

by Greg Glasgow | April 21, 2021

James Burton & Megan Adams Liver Transplant | CU School of Medicine Department of Surgery

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Transplant Center

Two Transplant Doctors Explain the Basics of Organ Donation and What’s New in Transplants

by Valerie Gleaton | April 09, 2021

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Following Patients’ Progress After Surgery

by Greg Glasgow | April 07, 2021

Navigating Through the Pandemic

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COVID-19,

Navigating Through the Pandemic

by Greg Glasgow | March 24, 2021

Ashton Villars Prostate Cancer Patient and Donor | CU Cancer Center | Aurora, Colorado

Patient Care,
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Prostate Cancer,
Magazine

An Engineer Tackles the Problem of Prostate Cancer as a Patient and Financial Donor

by Valerie Gleaton | March 05, 2021

Education,
Community,

Johns Hopkins Director of Surgery Speaks at CU Surgery Department’s First DEI Lecture

by Department of Surgery | February 25, 2021

Education,
Community,

Resident Recounts Her Son’s NICU Battle in Essay for New England Journal of Medicine

by Greg Glasgow | February 19, 2021

Research,
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Medical Student Presents Research at Academic Surgical Congress

by Department of Surgery | February 05, 2021

Education,
Awareness

CU Cancer Center Celebrates World Cancer Day

by Cancer Center | February 02, 2021

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Practicing Fire Safety in the Operating Room

by Department of Surgery | January 13, 2021

Research,
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Safety and Quality Are a Primary Focus for the CU Department of Surgery

by Department of Surgery | January 06, 2021

The Pandemic’s Impact on Vascular Surgery

Research,
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The Pandemic’s Impact on Vascular Surgery

by Department of Surgery | December 30, 2020

Cancer Screenings during the COVID-19 Pandemic | CU Cancer Center

Magazine

Increase in Cancer Deaths Predicted Due to COVID-19 Pandemic

by Cancer Center | December 22, 2020

Camille Stewart's article about medical cannabis explains issues around the drug’s legality, makes recommendations for its use before and after surgery and pushes for research on its effects on postoperative patients.

Research,
Cancer,
Surgical Oncology

Untangling Medical Cannabis

by Greg Glasgow | December 07, 2020

Changes Needed to Address Financial Hardship from Cancer | University of Colorado Cancer Center

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Changes Needed to Address Financial Hardship from Cancer

by Cancer Center | November 24, 2020

Awareness,
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Alex Trebek’s Death Raising Awareness and Questions About Pancreatic Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | November 11, 2020

Sarcoma

New Disney+ Movie Raising Awareness of Rare Cancer

by Greg Glasgow | November 02, 2020

Reconstructive Surgery After a Double Mastectomy | CU | Doctor Name

Patient Care,
Plastic Surgery

Improving Confidence with Reconstructive Surgery After a Double Mastectomy

by Chanthy Na | October 21, 2020

Research,
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Community,
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Former Broncos Punter Wants Men to Share Their Experience With Prostate Cancer

by Department of Surgery | September 23, 2020

Cleft Lip Reconstruction Transforms Jennifer's Outlook Making Her Brave Enough to Teach

Patient Care,
Community,
Plastic Surgery

Cleft Lip Reconstruction Transforms Jennifer's Outlook Making Her Brave Enough to Teach

by Chanthy Na | July 28, 2020

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