Press Release

‘Scope’ it out: New blog on medical research and policy

“Fast-acting, pain-free medical news and commentary.” That’s what “Scope,” a new blog from the Office of Communication & Public Affairs, promises to deliver. The site began its official rollout on Oct. 12, though it has been up and running as a beta project since last spring.

‘Scope’s goal is to provide high quality, timely conversations about biomedical research and health-care policy. In addition to covering the achievements of the faculty, staff and students, Scope will also provide insight on medical and scientific developments around the world. The communications office hopes to build it into a leading voice in the biomedical blogosphere. Read More >

Posted by Jennifer Welsh in 2009, Health & Medicine, News Article, Press Release, Stanford University School of Medicine

Older adults recruited for study to assess ways of preserving mobility

Stanford University Medical Center, October 12, 2009.

What many senior citizens fear most — more than disease — is losing their independence because they can no longer move around easily.

Researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine are recruiting older adults to determine the effectiveness of two senior lifestyle programs aimed at preserving participants’ mobility and independence. Read more >

Posted by Jennifer Welsh in 2009, Health & Medicine, News Article, Press Release, Stanford University School of Medicine