Monthly Archives: July 2011

WGHA Discovery Series Lecture on 7/25/11 Presents on HIV and Topical Antiretrovirals

Posted on July 14, 2011 by heather

Washington Global Health Alliance Discovery Series Presents: “The Power of Topical Antiretrovirals for Prevention of HIV” Sharon L. Hillier, Ph.D. Professor & Vice Chair of Faculty Affairs Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology & Reproductive Sciences Department of Microbiology & Molecular Genetics … Continue reading →

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Big news out of UW today — study by Intl Clinical Research Center

Posted on July 13, 2011 by heather

http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=gSm9mAtspD5Wl8eE3OosGA.. Pills prevent HIV in straight men and women (Assistant Professor Jared Baeten, Global Health, Medicine; Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation) Associated Press/ MSNBC http://engage.washington.edu/site/R?i=6nI70c4cNwKM4FSburotXA.. Clear evidence that pills prevent HIV transmission in straight couples (Baeten) CBS News _______________________________________________ Globalhealth … Continue reading →

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NYTimes Article: More Medical Schools Are Screening Applicant Closely for People Skills

Posted on July 11, 2011 by heather

New for Aspiring Doctors, the People Skills Test: http://www.nytimes.com/2011/07/11/health/policy/11docs.html?ref=health#

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Study Opportunity

Posted on July 7, 2011 by heather

Hi, This is John Crowley from the Department of Communication here at UW. I am writing to announce a research study I’m conducting on emotional communication and stress. If you are GLBQ and have experienced hate speech directed to you … Continue reading →

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NY TIMES: Seeing Epilepsy from the Patient’s Point of View

Posted on July 7, 2011 by heather

Health Well: Seeing Epilepsy From the Patient’s Point of View By By PAULINE W. CHEN, M.D. Published: June 23, 2011 Dr. Brien J. Smith, new chairman of the Epilepsy Foundation, knows firsthand about the disease: He learned as a teenager … Continue reading →

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-New Admissions/Recruitment Newsletter from the Assoc. of American Veterinary Medical Colleges

Posted on July 7, 2011 by heather

On behalf of AAVMC Admissions and Recruitment constituencies, I’m delighted to announce the premiere edition of the Pre-Vet Advisor (www.aavmc.org/PreVetAdvisor1 ), an e-newsletter that provides important information about the veterinary profession and admissions process to applicants, advisors and other stakeholders … Continue reading →

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Global Dental Brigades UW Chapter Wine Tasting & Silent Auction

Posted on July 6, 2011 by heather

You are invited to the 2nd annual Global Dental Brigades UW Chapter Wine Tasting Event!!! When: Friday, July 22, 2011 from 6:30-9pm Where: Vista Cafe in William H. Foege Hall NE Pacific St. & 15th Ave NE Cost: $30 (RSVP … Continue reading →

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4th of July Special on The Official Guide to the MCATR Exam

Posted on July 1, 2011 by heather

The Official Guide to the MCATR Exam is now available for $20 – a $10 savings off the regular price. The Official Guide to the MCATR Exam is not only a great resource to learn the basics, it’s also a … Continue reading →

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