SUMC in the News (10/15/08)
Print media coverage
Billings Gazettte (Billings, Mont.), 10/15/08
New prenatal DNA test safer
Scientists here have designed a noninvasive, prenatal genetic test for Down syndrome. Stephen Quake, professor of bioengineering, and Yair Blumenfeld, a postdoctoral medical fellow in obstetrics and gynecology, are quoted in this article.
Atlanta Journal-Constitution, 10/15/08
Are bad times healthy?
This piece discusses how the current state of the economy could affect a person's health and lifestyle. Grant Miller, assistant professor of medicine, is quoted.
Guelph Mercury (Canada), 10/14/08
Driving-related deaths rise on election day
An analysis shows that traffic deaths increase on U.S. presidential election days. Robert Tibshirani, professor of health research and policy and of statistics, was involved in the research and is referenced in this article.
Grand Rapids Press (Grand Rapids, Mich.), 10/14/08
Study proves running's benefits for older athletes
A recent Stanford study shows that regular running slows the effects of aging. The study was discussed in this piece.
Broadcast media coverage
KPIX-TV, 10/15/08
A new Stanford study shows that gastric bypass surgery can improve cognitive function in patients. John Morton, associate professor of surgery, was interviewed for this piece.
KGO-TV, 10/14/08
This segment focused on Jeffrey Peterson, clinical assistant professor of emergency medicine, and his life-changing experience in the Sahara Desert. Daniel Grossman, resident in emergency medicine, was also featured.
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