Health and Wellness
Juan Carlos Puyana was selected as the O’Brien Professor of Global Surgery
The professor in Pitt’s School of Medicine will start his tenure with the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in April.
Stephen Chan was inducted to the Association of University Cardiologists
Elected by his peers, the School of Medicine professor was recognized as a leader in academic cardiology.
Two Pitt School of Pharmacy faculty were named 2022 AAAS Fellows
The American Association for Advancement of Science recognized Donna Huryn and Wen Xie for their contributions to science and society.
Alcohol may make you more sociable in person, but not online, this Pitt study suggests
Psychology’s Michael Sayette found evidence for what many of us already suspected: Zoom calls don’t quite cut it when it comes to certain social interactions.
How Pitt researchers are using AI to help stroke patients
A team from the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences is harnessing the multimodal technology to deliver patient-focused treatment.
Pitt employees, sign up for training on how to reduce loneliness at work
The Don't Be Lonely at Work program will train and empower 100 full-time faculty and staff to reach out to their co-workers.
Pitt received an NIH grant to study harm reduction techniques
Lead researcher Deanna Wilson said the research represents a "paradigm shift" in approaches to addiction treatment and overdose prevention.
Pitt Concern Connection provides 24/7 support
Any community member can text, call or fill out an online form to report workplace, academic and other issues.
A Pitt study linked some cancers to dental disease
Marian Bezamat and colleagues recently found a surprising connection between cavities and skin and breast cancer.
Pitt’s Pre-Health Scholars Program commits to increasing diversity in health professions
The program supports underrepresented undergraduates with advising and mentoring to ensure their retention and success.