Is a Daily Glass of Wine Good for Your Health?
Dr. Mark Burket discusses the latest science on the health benefits of wine in the latest episode of Prescribed Listening.
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Drop-in COVID-19 Screening Available this Week
Tests will be available from 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Jan. 13 and Jan. 14 and from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Jan. 15 in Savage Arena. No appointment required.
Update on COVID-19 Vaccine Requirement
A pair of federal COVID-19 vaccination mandates that would apply to all employees and students in clinical programs at UToledo have been temporarily halted as they are challenged in federal court.
Community Award Recognizes UTMC Mental Health Aide
Tabatha Johnson, a state-tested nursing assistant at UTMC, was recognized with the CareGivers 360 award that honors local caregivers who have been on the front line of the pandemic.
UTMC Driving Rehab Program Helps Keep Motorists Safely on the Road
James Kesler, an occupational therapist and certified driver rehabilitation specialist, explains the driving rehabilitation program at UTMC.
Expectation Shapes Reality: Psychological Factors Predict COVID Vaccine Side Effects
Dr. Andrew Geers, UToledo professor of psychology, led research that found people who expected common side effects following vaccination against COVID-19 were much more likely to experience those negative reactions than people who did not anticipate them.
University Offers Booster Doses to Eligible Students, Employees
Faculty, staff and students can schedule an appointment for a booster dose at the Main Campus Pharmacy or the outpatient pharmacy in the UTMC Medical Pavilion by visiting the Ohio Department of Health’s vaccine scheduling portal.
Upcoming Event Will Advocate for More Effective Mental Health Conversations
“Free to Talk: An Interactive Conversation About Mental Health” will take place 7 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 9, in Collier Building Room 1200.
UToledo Updates COVID-19 Protocols in Response to More Transmissible Variant
Masks are required indoors on campus effective immediately. The protocol is in line with updated guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention for communities with high transmission rates and applies to everyone, regardless of their vaccination status.
Urologic Oncologist Discusses Cancer Identification, Treatment Options
Dr. Firas Petros gives an overview of urologic cancers, including hereditary risk factors and the various treatment options available at UTMC in the latest Prescribed Listening podcast.