Topic: health and medicine

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.

carolyn goodman with city skyline in the background
People | March 28, 2018

Mayor Carolyn Goodman predicts progress in Las Vegas, courtesy of the UNLV School of Medicine and its founding dean.

Fruit flies in a plexiglass container.
Research | March 15, 2018

UNLV biologist finds nearly 400 genes potentially associated with obesity and other health problems in fruit flies.

doctor in ultrasound room
People | February 28, 2018

Dr. Michael Gardner knows the impact that fostering a culture for excellence can have on a patient's care.

Trees on main campus
Business and Community | February 21, 2018

Tips for avoiding the spores that make you sneeze and snore from UNLV's Pollen Monitoring Program.