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Ultra-Sturdy Bones, with a Surprising Origin, Suggest New Osteoporosis Approach
A handful of brain cells deep in the brain may play a surprising role in controlling women’s bone density.
Sex Chromosomes Hold the Secret to Female Longevity
UCSF scientists have zeroed in on a possible genetic mechanism for the reason behind women outliving men phenomenon.
New Method Of Breast Reconstruction May Reduce Pain For Some Cancer Survivors
A UCSF surgeon is among a handful nationwide who are pioneering and studying the outcomes of a new approach to breast reconstruction.
Emotional Abuse May Be Linked with Menopause Misery
UCSF has identified another factor that may add to menopause torment: an emotionally abusive partner or spouse.
Less Surveillance Needed for Simple Ovarian Cysts
Study found that simple cysts are normal, extremely common and aren’t linked to a higher risk of ovarian cancer. As a result, unless they are symptomatic, simple cysts can be safely ignored.
California and New Jersey Family Leave Policies Improve Breastfeeding Rates for Some Women
Partially paid family leave policies in California and New Jersey helped increase breastfeeding in those states, but rates increased most among higher-income women.
Talk on ‘Butt Cancer’ Tackles Taboo with Humor to Win 2018 Postdoc Slam
Ten UCSF postdocs competed to explain complex research in simple language – and in three minutes or less – in the third annual Postdoc Slam held Sept. 26.
