Health and Medicine
Researcher’s determination helps small community achieve Superfund status
University of Miami environmental health scientist Naresh Kumar began measuring elevated levels of a highly toxic chemical in the soil and sediment of Guánica, Puerto Rico, more than a decade ago. Today, his efforts have helped the small community achieve status as an EPA Superfund site designated for cleanup.
Why do we cry?
A specialist with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute explains the importance of tears for both physical and emotional health.
Water as ‘a pillar of modern society’
A looming water crisis in southern Mexico is just one of an increasing number of water shortages occurring around the globe, posing enormous challenges for governments.
Harsh marijuana laws go up in smoke
A University cannabis epidemiologist and a criminal law specialist applaud the federal government’s proposal to reverse the criminalization of cannabis.
New dean of School of Nursing and Health Studies named
Hudson Santos is an internationally renowned nurse investigator and educator who studies the impact of the social determinants of health on mothers and their children and has significantly increased the school’s research footprint.
Finding her life’s calling
Casey Medina decided to enroll in the School of Nursing and Health Studies Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing program after working for the school since 2019.
One graduate’s journey
After suffering a life-altering accident that paralyzed him, Juan Beltran found success in recovery and academic and community pursuits.
Accomplished graduate student earns dual JD, MD degrees
Jordan Brooks will start his career working at Boston Consulting Group, where he will focus on health care and life science and social impact management consulting.
How to safely watch the 2024 solar eclipse
The April 8 solar eclipse—a spectacular show in the sky when the moon will pass in front of the sun, darkening the skies in the middle of the afternoon—is almost here. Here’s what you need to know to view it safely.
Karma a driving force for senior
Sarah Petit won the Toppel Career Center’s #BreakThru Award for her commitment to overcoming obstacles.
Business leader and philanthropist Ken Griffin makes $50 million gift to University of Miami
The generous contribution will accelerate research efforts at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center and rename the Transformational Cancer Research Building as the Kenneth C. Griffin Cancer Research Building.
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