SUMC in the News (11/18/05)
Print media coverage
Wall Street Journal, 11/18/05
Some drugs work to treat depression, but it isn't clear how (No online version available)
Scientists are unsure exactly how a certain type of antidepressants works to
combat depression. This article on the issue mentions a Stanford study showing
that drugs have been supplanting psychotherapy for depressed adolescents
San Francisco Chronicle, 11/18/05
Stem cell program in limbo/Hayward judge reviewing lawsuits that block research
A hearing was held yesterday to consider two lawsuits against the state's stem
cell institute. The lawsuits are preventing the institute from doling out
research grants. Although Stanford isn't referenced, this article may be of
interest to readers.
San Mateo County Times, 11/18/05
Union activists tackle Stanford Hospital
This article discusses some union members' concerns regarding Stanford
Hospital's plans to open an outpatient center in Redwood City. Larry Carr,
director of government relations at the hospital, is quoted.
Broadcast media coverage
KION-TV (Monterey), 11/17/05
This segment mentioned the Stanford study on the use of antidepressants to treat adolescents.
KMOT-TV (Bismarck, N.D.), 11/17/05
This segment discussed the cancer vaccine work of Ronald Levy, the Robert K. and
Helen K. Summy Professor.
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