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Health research (which refers to clinical trials and studies) is the way we learn new and better ways to help people be healthier. Every trial or study is a partnership between members of the community (you), doctors, and researchers. The results determine whether these new ideas do a better job at treating or preventing a disease and ultimately improving medicine for everyone. You may hear a lot about how important your participation is in clinical research. Participation from volunteers ensures there are ongoing advances in the medical field. More than that, it's the only way medical breakthroughs can reach the public. Clinical research - and your involvement in it - plays a crucial role in improving the health of current and future generations.

How ‘springing forward’ affects the bodyDaylight Saving Time started yesterday, the second Sunday of March. Sleep expert...
03/09/2026

How ‘springing forward’ affects the body

Daylight Saving Time started yesterday, the second Sunday of March. Sleep expert Carolina Marcus, an associate professor of clinical neurology, explains why the time change can leave you feeling off and shares simple strategies to help your body adjust more quickly.

While the shift to daylight saving time is a welcome sign of spring, it may take a while for your body to adjust to that lost hour. If you’re among the groggy who need time to recover from the “spring forward,” sleep expert Dr. Carolina Marcus offers insight into why you feel that way and how ...

Should you take creatine?Creatine is currently one of the most talked-about supplements in fitness and sports nutrition....
02/26/2026

Should you take creatine?

Creatine is currently one of the most talked-about supplements in fitness and sports nutrition. Holly Gilligan, a registered dietitian nutritionist, shares what you should know about creatine, including its potential benefits and risks.

There are many misconceptions about creatine. Here’s what you should know, including its potential benefits and risks.

URochester researchers awarded up to $22M to study a hidden driver of agingWhat if people could stay stronger, healthier...
02/25/2026

URochester researchers awarded up to $22M to study a hidden driver of aging

What if people could stay stronger, healthier, and more mentally sharp as they age—not by treating each disease separately, but by slowing down a basic process that causes aging? A new research effort led by the University of Rochester will test whether lowering inflammation can help older adults stay healthier for longer. The $22 million project is led by Dr. Vera Gorbunova and funded by the federal government.

The ARPA-H–funded collaboration will test whether reducing DNA-triggered inflammation can help older adults stay healthier for longer.

Does strep throat go away on its own?Strep throat, a bacterial infection, is highly contagious and spreads through close...
02/20/2026

Does strep throat go away on its own?

Strep throat, a bacterial infection, is highly contagious and spreads through close contact, including coughing, sneezing, or sharing food, drinks, or utensils. Medical Center experts give an overview of symptoms and treatments.

Does strep throat go away on its own? Learn symptoms to watch for, when antibiotics are needed, and why prompt treatment matters—especially for kids.

Why is sleep so important? Your brain depends on itURochester researchers have revealed that sleep does more than restor...
02/18/2026

Why is sleep so important? Your brain depends on it

URochester researchers have revealed that sleep does more than restore energy—it activates the brain’s waste-clearing system, protecting long-term brain health. In a recent Ever Wonder video, Maiken Nedergaard, codirector of the Center for Translational Neuromedicine, answers the all-important question: Why do we sleep?

URochester research shows that sleep activates the brain’s waste-clearing system, protecting long-term brain health.

How to ski smarter and stay safe on the slopesLearn how to avoid injury and stay safe on the slopes from Sandeep Mannava...
02/17/2026

How to ski smarter and stay safe on the slopes

Learn how to avoid injury and stay safe on the slopes from Sandeep Mannava, an associate professor of orthopaedics who is serving on the 2026 Winter Olympics volunteer medical pool for the US Ski and Snowboard team.

Love winter sports? Learn how to ski smarter and reduce injury risk with practical safety tips from UR Medicine sports medicine experts.

Is taking a daily aspirin worth the risks?Medical Center experts answer some common questions about whether daily aspiri...
02/10/2026

Is taking a daily aspirin worth the risks?

Medical Center experts answer some common questions about whether daily aspirin is right for you. You should talk to your doctor before starting or stopping daily aspirin.

Taking a daily aspirin was long touted as a simple way to stave off a heart attack or stroke, but recent evidence suggests that the risks of daily aspirin outweigh the benefits for people over 60 and anyone with a history of bleeding.

Caring for cancer patients in cold weatherCassie Adams, a registered nurse at Wilmot Cancer Institute, shares what you s...
02/06/2026

Caring for cancer patients in cold weather

Cassie Adams, a registered nurse at Wilmot Cancer Institute, shares what you should know when caring for cancer patients in cold weather, including the potential risks of the cold and how to manage them.

Cold winter weather can be uncomfortable, but for people undergoing cancer treatment, it can present some serious challenges. Wilmot Cancer Center nurses Cassie Adams and Karen Abbas offer insights on the risks cancer patients face and some tips to stay safe this winter.

The brain uses eye movements to see in 3DURochester researchers led by Dr. Greg DeAngelis have discovered that the visua...
02/06/2026

The brain uses eye movements to see in 3D

URochester researchers led by Dr. Greg DeAngelis have discovered that the visual motion of an image caused by eye movements helps us understand the world. The specific patterns of visual motion created by eye movements are useful to the brain for figuring out how objects move and where they are located in 3D space.

Contrary to long-standing beliefs, motion from eye movements helps the brain perceive depth—a finding that could enhance virtual reality.

What medications are safe to take during pregnancy?Even for medications that aren’t safe during pregnancy, there often a...
02/04/2026

What medications are safe to take during pregnancy?

Even for medications that aren’t safe during pregnancy, there often are good alternatives. Stacy Sun, an assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology, shares what’s safe, what’s not, and when to get your obstetrician involved.

Some pregnant people worry that taking medication could harm their baby, leading to tough choices and unnecessary stress. But you don’t have to choose between your health and your baby’s.

Participate in health research.The University of Rochester supports a local registry of individuals who are interested i...
01/30/2026

Participate in health research.

The University of Rochester supports a local registry of individuals who are interested in volunteering for health research. Anyone can join this registry. If you join, URochester researchers may contact you to take part in a research study. You can decide at that time whether or not you want to participate.

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Lesser-known tips to keep you winter-safe in RochesterFrom better snow-shoveling techniques to the truth about UV rays t...
01/30/2026

Lesser-known tips to keep you winter-safe in Rochester

From better snow-shoveling techniques to the truth about UV rays this time of year, UR Medicine’s experts share some lesser-known winter wellness tips to get you safely to spring.

Learn these lesser-known winter wellness tips to get you safely to spring.

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