Health and Medicine

News about UB’s health sciences programs and related community outreach. (see all topics)

Fight frailty with intense bursts of exercise, research shows
8/3/17
A preclinical study has revealed that brief periods of intense physical activity can be safely administered at advanced age, and that this kind of activity has the potential to reverse frailty.
History of gum disease increases cancer risk in older women
8/1/17
Postmenopausal women who have a history of gum disease have a higher risk of cancer, according to a UB-led study of more than 65,000 women that's also the first to report an association between the disease and gallbladder cancer risk.
Cooling attire being fashioned for sore baby boomers
7/28/17
Assisted by University at Buffalo research, Coolture seeks to expand beyond the medical device market.
In saliva, clues to a ‘ghost’ species of ancient human
7/21/17
The evolutionary history of a salivary protein may point to interbreeding between humans and an enigmatic ancient relative.
Restaurant placemats can help promote healthy eating among children
7/18/17
Children exposed to the placemats prior to ordering were more likely to choose healthier food options compared to a control group.
Knee surgery: Have we been doing it wrong?
7/18/17
Cleaning up loose cartilage is not always beneficial, according to a new University at Buffalo study.
Estrogen therapy may prevent gum disease in women over 50
7/17/17
Treatment for osteoporosis may also help prevent gum disease, according to new University at Buffalo research that examined the prevalence of periodontitis in postmenopausal women.
‘Next Step’ program offered to combat alcohol use disorder
7/14/17
BUFFALO, N.Y. – The University at Buffalo Research Institute on Addictions is seeking participants for a new alcohol treatment and research program, The Next Step.
UB Nursing receives $2.4 million to expand mental health care in WNY American Indian communities
7/11/17
The University at Buffalo School of Nursing has received more than $2.4 million in funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to increase access to mental health care and substance abuse treatment among American Indian communities in Western New York.
Two UB doctors speaking at international cardiology conference
7/10/17
Anne Curtis and Michael Cain will be featured at the global heart event.

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