All Entries by Sherri McGinnis González

Man smoking a cigarette

November 25, 2013

Graphic warning labels on cigarette packages reduce smoking rates

Graphic cigarette warning labels in U.S. could decrease smokers by 5.3 and 8.6 million

Paper bag turkeys

November 22, 2013

Young cancer patients celebrate at Thanksgiving party Saturday

Children’s Hospital patients, families give thanks at special holiday event

man yelling

November 5, 2013

Growing up poor, stressed affects brain function in adulthood

Childhood turmoil may lead to problems regulating emotions later

Linda Murray

October 30, 2013

Chicago physician, public health advocate receives UIC alumni award

Linda Rae Murray honored for contributions to university

Mani Pavulari

October 22, 2013

University Scholar Mani Pavuluri: for the children

Children with mood disorders “often misunderstood by peers and teachers”

Brain scan showing engaged portions of the prefrontal cortex

October 21, 2013

Growing up poor and stressed impacts brain function as an adult

Poverty coupled with stress have long-lasting effects on brain function

Elderly woman and an hourglass

October 15, 2013

Research to delay aging better investment than fighting disease

Put resources toward longevity, instead of fighting disease, study says.

Damiano Rondelli

October 8, 2013

UIC partners in health care for patients in Nepal

Working to provide education, training in treatment for blood disorders

exterior of the University of Illinois Hospital

October 8, 2013

Changes in structure, governance ahead for UI Health

“The status quo is not sustainable,” consultant says.

Jay Olshansky

October 7, 2013

Research to delay aging better investment than cancer, heart disease

Scientists suggest more benefit than studying cancer, heart disease

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