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September 16, 2024
Arsenic exposure linked to faster onset of diabetes in south Texas populationMultiyear study finds that high levels of toxic metals in urine lead to high blood sugar
July 22, 2024
New maternal health research center addresses national crisis in pregnancy outcomesAn $11 million, six-year grant will fund research, workforce training and community partnerships
February 1, 2024
Clocking disparities in youth sedentary timeUIC study determined days and times when sex and racial disparities in youth activity emerge.
May 3, 2023
Mapping and health equity project created by UIC alum, student addresses Chicago’s health disparitiesInitiative earns Sonya Gupta and Ryan Zomorrodi Clinton Global Initiative University fellowships
May 10, 2022
Health experts caution against ‘new normal’ strategies for COVID-19Strategies ignore pandemic’s early lessons around chronic diseases
April 7, 2022
UIC Urban Forum to focus on inclusive post-pandemic recoveryApril 20 virtual event to feature civic leaders, public health professionals and economic development experts
March 14, 2022
An SMS solution for Type 2 diabetes?UIC pharmacists, researchers awarded $30K to study impact of SMS on diabetes control in Rockford
March 8, 2022
Strategy for inhaled corticosteroid use leads to better asthma outcomes, according to national study of Black and Latinx patientsChicago patients, researchers participate in national asthma study published in New England Journal of Medicine
September 28, 2021
UI Health leads collaborative to bring more health care services to Southwest Side neighborhoodsBoard approves purchase of former Mercy clinic building
September 9, 2021
Study shows contact with police may be detrimental to health, well-being of Black youthResearchers say health care and law enforcement communities must work together