Earthquake Fair to Commemorate 1906 Temblor
The campus community is invited to an earthquake preparedness fair on Tuesday, April 18, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in Saunders Court on the UCSF Parnassus campus.
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Stroke Serves as "Wake-Up Call" for Young Woman
A 26-year-old woman describes what it was like to be treated for a stroke at UCSF Medical Center.
Researchers find why prostate drug increases likelihood of heart failure
Doxazosin, a drug commonly prescribed to help improve urinary flow in men with enlarged prostates, increases the likelihood of heart failure by blocking specific receptors in heart muscle cells, according to a study conducted at the San Francisco VA Medical Center (SFVAMC).
UCSF School of Medicine Ranks Among Nation's Best in Annual Survey
UCSF's medical school advanced to fourth place for the quality of its research training and ranks 10th nationally in the quality of its primary care training, according to US News & World Report.
Amputee to Climb World's Sixth-Highest Peak
Nawang Sherpa, who was treated with a prosthetic leg at UCSF Medical Center, is again setting his sight to reaching new heights in mountain climbing.
SFGH Orthopaedic Surgeon Receives Humanitarian Award
A trauma and foot and ankle specialist at San Francisco General Hospital Medical Center was honored for his humanitarian efforts.
International study questions health benefits of moderate drinking
The majority of studies suggesting that "moderate" drinking helps prevent heart disease may be flawed, according to an international research group.
UCSF Foundation Elects New Chair, Board Members
Former banking executive Richard M. Rosenberg has been elected chair of the UCSF Foundation.
Mount Zion Rededicates Ida and Joseph Friend Cancer Resource Center
Key individuals and supporters were recognized at a recent rededication ceremony of the Cancer Resource Center at the Mount Zion campus.
Pelosi Celebrates Opening of New Fetal Treatment Center
US Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi was recognized last Friday for helping to make the difference between life and death, health and illness for thousands of children.
For Some Insomniacs, "Z Drugs" Bring On More Than Just Sleep
Sleeping pill sales have increased dramatically in the past year — in part due to hundreds of millions of dollars spent on direct advertising to consumers.
Experts to Offer Free Child Development Screening This Sunday
UCSF experts in child development will be among those from around the city to participate in this Sunday's "See Me" family festival at San Francisco's Civic Center Plaza.
Father of Fetal Surgery Looks Ahead
In a new podcast, UCSF's Michael Harrison predicts that fetal treatment will evolve beyond surgery to stem cell, gene and cell-replacement therapy.
UCSF Foundation elects new chair and board members
The UCSF Foundation has elected former banking executive Richard M. Rosenberg as its new chair and three community leaders as new board members.
Physician experience related to accurate identification of third heart sound
Physicians with more experience are better able to detect a third heart sound that is an indicator of heart disease, according to a study on stethoscope accuracy in cardiac patients at UCSF Medical Center.