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Health and Medicine People and Community Institute for Advanced Study of the Americas to host webinar on COVID-19 in the Americas
Health and Medicine People and Community Institute for Advanced Study of the Americas to host webinar on COVID-19 in the Americas
Health and Medicine People and Community Institute for Advanced Study of the Americas to host webinar on COVID-19 in the Americas

University of Miami President Julio Frenk participated in a webinar that examined how the countries can respond to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon

Norman M. Kenyon, ‘a maestro in the operating theater,’ remembered

A medical school alumnus, gifted surgeon, and leader in the medical field, Norman M. Kenyon—father of Norma Sue Kenyon, vice provost for innovation—passed away last week.

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Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon

Norman M. Kenyon, ‘a maestro in the operating theater,’ remembered

A medical school alumnus, gifted surgeon, and leader in the medical field, Norman M. Kenyon—father of Norma Sue Kenyon, vice provost for innovation—passed away last week.

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Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon

Norman M. Kenyon, ‘a maestro in the operating theater,’ remembered

A medical school alumnus, gifted surgeon, and leader in the medical field, Norman M. Kenyon—father of Norma Sue Kenyon, vice provost for innovation—passed away last week.

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Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon
Health and Medicine Drs. Norma and Norman Kenyon

Norman M. Kenyon, ‘a maestro in the operating theater,’ remembered

A medical school alumnus, gifted surgeon, and leader in the medical field, Norman M. Kenyon—father of Norma Sue Kenyon, vice provost for innovation—passed away last week.

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Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

What does the public know about COVID-19?

Survey aims to shed light on any misconceptions so that public agencies can address them.

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Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

What does the public know about COVID-19?

Survey aims to shed light on any misconceptions so that public agencies can address them.

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Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Health and Medicine A passer-by wears a mask out of concern for the coronavirus while walking past a public service sign, Tuesday, April 7, 2020, at the Charles River Esplanade park in Boston. Many businesses have closed indefinitely while many people are working from home out of concern for COVID-19. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people, but for some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)

What does the public know about COVID-19?

Survey aims to shed light on any misconceptions so that public agencies can address them.

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Health and Medicine The wife and son of a doctor in Maine who works in an urgent care clinic decided to isolate from each other during the pandemic. Photo: Associated Press
Health and Medicine The wife and son of a doctor in Maine who works in an urgent care clinic decided to isolate from each other during the pandemic. Photo: Associated Press
Health and Medicine The wife and son of a doctor in Maine who works in an urgent care clinic decided to isolate from each other during the pandemic. Photo: Associated Press

Softening the scars of social isolation

University of Miami experts share ways to create community and feel less isolated during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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Health and Medicine The wife and son of a doctor in Maine who works in an urgent care clinic decided to isolate from each other during the pandemic. Photo: Associated Press
Health and Medicine The wife and son of a doctor in Maine who works in an urgent care clinic decided to isolate from each other during the pandemic. Photo: Associated Press
Health and Medicine The wife and son of a doctor in Maine who works in an urgent care clinic decided to isolate from each other during the pandemic. Photo: Associated Press

Softening the scars of social isolation

University of Miami experts share ways to create community and feel less isolated during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

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Health and Medicine SONHS grad Andrea Leiner describes what it’s like to face a pandemic while providing primary care for asylum seekers living in limbo at the Mexican border.
Health and Medicine SONHS grad Andrea Leiner describes what it’s like to face a pandemic while providing primary care for asylum seekers living in limbo at the Mexican border.
Health and Medicine SONHS grad Andrea Leiner describes what it’s like to face a pandemic while providing primary care for asylum seekers living in limbo at the Mexican border.

Nursing alumna fights COVID-19 at the border

Andrea Leiner, a nurse practitioner, describes providing primary care for asylum seekers living near the border.

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Health and Medicine SONHS grad Andrea Leiner describes what it’s like to face a pandemic while providing primary care for asylum seekers living in limbo at the Mexican border.
Health and Medicine SONHS grad Andrea Leiner describes what it’s like to face a pandemic while providing primary care for asylum seekers living in limbo at the Mexican border.
Health and Medicine SONHS grad Andrea Leiner describes what it’s like to face a pandemic while providing primary care for asylum seekers living in limbo at the Mexican border.

Nursing alumna fights COVID-19 at the border

Andrea Leiner, a nurse practitioner, describes providing primary care for asylum seekers living near the border.

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Health and Medicine FILE - In this March 24, 2020, file photo journalists practice social distancing during a news conference with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Health and Medicine FILE - In this March 24, 2020, file photo journalists practice social distancing during a news conference with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Health and Medicine FILE - In this March 24, 2020, file photo journalists practice social distancing during a news conference with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

Dean reflects on the state of the media in the age of coronavirus

Karin Wilkins, dean of the University of Miami School of Communication, examines the challenges facing the media in the age of coronavirus.

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Health and Medicine FILE - In this March 24, 2020, file photo journalists practice social distancing during a news conference with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Health and Medicine FILE - In this March 24, 2020, file photo journalists practice social distancing during a news conference with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)
Health and Medicine FILE - In this March 24, 2020, file photo journalists practice social distancing during a news conference with New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo at the Jacob Javits Center that will house a temporary hospital in response to the COVID-19 outbreak in New York. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

Dean reflects on the state of the media in the age of coronavirus

Karin Wilkins, dean of the University of Miami School of Communication, examines the challenges facing the media in the age of coronavirus.

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Health and Medicine Firefighter symposium
Health and Medicine Firefighter symposium
Health and Medicine Firefighter symposium
Health and Medicine Firefighter symposium

Sylvester researchers to collaborate with Miami-Dade County on coronavirus testing

The new testing effort, announced Friday by Mayor Carlos A. Gimenez, will use a finger prick to check for antibodies to the virus in a drop of blood to determine past or present infection.

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The INOpulse inhaled nitric oxide system (iNO)
Health and Medicine The INOpulse inhaled nitric oxide system (iNO)

Miller School pulmonologist treats COVID-19 patient with nitric oxide therapy

A medical specialist with the University of Miami Health System and the Miller School of Medicine has initiated a new therapy for the first time in a patient with the novel coronavirus diagnosis. The treatment has the potential to delay the need for a ventilator.

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Amid the rapidly evolving status of COVID-19, a new University of Miami-led study will seek to leverage epidemiology expertise and collect data on the patterns and trends of this vulnerable population during these unprecedented times.
Health and Medicine Amid the rapidly evolving status of COVID-19, a new University of Miami-led study will seek to leverage epidemiology expertise and collect data on the patterns and trends of this vulnerable population during these unprecedented times.

Experts study COVID-19 and cannabis use

Researchers are analyzing the effects of the coronavirus on medicinal cannabis users, one of the vulnerable populations that may be disproportionately affected by the disease. Their study includes an electronic survey to obtain epidemiologic data.

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The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)
The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)
The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)
Health and Medicine The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)

Alumnus is on a mission to serve patients

John Rotruck, the lead medical officer aboard the USNS Mercy, credits the education he received at Miami as pivotal to his preparedness to oversee medical support the hospital ship will provide during the pandemic.

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The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)
The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)
The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)
Health and Medicine The Military Sealift Command hospital ship USNS Mercy (T-AH 19) arrives in Los Angeles, Calif., Friday, March 27, 2020. Mercy deployed in support of the nation's COVID-19 response efforts, and will serve as a referral hospital for non-COVID-19 patients currently admitted to shore-based hospitals. (Cpl. Alexa Hernandez/U.S. Marine Corps via AP)

Alumnus is on a mission to serve patients

John Rotruck, the lead medical officer aboard the USNS Mercy, credits the education he received at Miami as pivotal to his preparedness to oversee medical support the hospital ship will provide during the pandemic.

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A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.
A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.
A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.
Health and Medicine A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.

Health expert: Your immune system is the best defense against any virus or infection

A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.

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A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.
A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.
A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.
Health and Medicine A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.

Health expert: Your immune system is the best defense against any virus or infection

A University of Miami registered dietitian suggests ways to become stronger and healthier.

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Health and Medicine Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson
Health and Medicine Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson
Health and Medicine Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson
Health and Medicine Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson

Miller School students share Match Day with families and friends

Unable to celebrate together on the medical campus because of health precautions related to COVID-19, medical school graduates learned about their residency matches by email from the national agency that coordinates the program.

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Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson
Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson
Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson
Health and Medicine Alain Artiles matched in emergency medicine at UM/Jackson

Miller School students share Match Day with families and friends

Unable to celebrate together on the medical campus because of health precautions related to COVID-19, medical school graduates learned about their residency matches by email from the national agency that coordinates the program.

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Health and Medicine Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.
Health and Medicine Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.
Health and Medicine Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.
Health and Medicine Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.

Medical researchers developing rapid diagnostic test for COVID-19

The new test is being developed by Miller School of Medicine researchers in collaboration with Heat Biologics.

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Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.
Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.
Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.
Health and Medicine Biomedical researchers at the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine are developing a COVID-19 point-of-care diagnostic test in collaboration with biopharmaceutical company Heat Biologics, Inc.

Medical researchers developing rapid diagnostic test for COVID-19

The new test is being developed by Miller School of Medicine researchers in collaboration with Heat Biologics.

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President Frenk, a public health expert, discusses COVID-19 pandemic

University of Miami President Julio Frenk has experienced several pandemics throughout his public health career, including as minister of health for Mexico. He shares his insight in this video.

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President Frenk, a public health expert, discusses COVID-19 pandemic

University of Miami President Julio Frenk has experienced several pandemics throughout his public health career, including as minister of health for Mexico. He shares his insight in this video.

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An empty Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Health and Medicine An empty Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami

How COVID-19 is affecting sports and the fans who love the games

The sports world has shut down amid the coronavirus crisis. Two experts from the University of Miami’s School of Education and Human Development discuss the impact.

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An empty Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
An empty Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
An empty Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami
Health and Medicine An empty Alex Rodriguez Park at Mark Light Field. Photo: Mike Montero/University of Miami

How COVID-19 is affecting sports and the fans who love the games

The sports world has shut down amid the coronavirus crisis. Two experts from the University of Miami’s School of Education and Human Development discuss the impact.

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University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Health and Medicine University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Frenk: Don’t despair or panic, but give COVID-19 the seriousness it deserves

Now dealing with the fourth pandemic of his public health career, University of Miami President Julio Frenk shares his insight on the lessons we need to heed now—and remember in the future.

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University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Health and Medicine University of Miami President Julio Frenk (second from right) visited UHealth Tower earlier this week to learn more about how the University of Miami Health System is implementing measures to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus.

Frenk: Don’t despair or panic, but give COVID-19 the seriousness it deserves

Now dealing with the fourth pandemic of his public health career, University of Miami President Julio Frenk shares his insight on the lessons we need to heed now—and remember in the future.

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