Topic: health and medicine

UNLV Medicine outdoor sign
Campus News | July 5, 2018

UNLV’s first class of surgical residents move forward into their careers.

view of Las Vegas Strip with dramatic clouds
Campus News | June 27, 2018

Donors step up to support UNLV programs that serve the community in the aftermath of October 1 shooting.

Essure device
Research | June 26, 2018

A new study will examine the outcomes of two female sterilization options to help women make more informed decisions.

doctor consulting patient
People | June 11, 2018

For children with rare conditions, UNLV Medicine surgeon restores the ability to show happiness.

A woman plays chuck-a-luck
Research | June 6, 2018

As gaming proliferates nationwide, what becomes of women who become addicted, and turn to crime? An Eadington Fellow aims to find out.

Silhouette of man sitting in a dark room in front of a glowing computer screen.
Research | June 5, 2018

Technology carries the promise to make our lives easier, but at what price? UNLV sociologist Simon Gottschalk explains his research in a new book.

Portrait Joann Strobbe
People | June 4, 2018

Helping build a medical school from scratch is a rare opportunity this new staffer says she couldn’t ignore.

hallway sign for counseling
People | May 25, 2018

Michelle Paul, director of The PRACTICE, offers tips on when to seek mental health support and why it matters, especially during Mental Health Awareness Month.