BUSM receives $2.7 million grant to reduce disparities in cardio-oncology
With a growing need to better understand the many links between heart disease and cancer, the two leading causes of death worldwide, the American Heart Association (AHA), the world s leading voluntary organization dedicated to a world of longer, healthier lives, announced grants focused on this area of scientific research. More than $11 million in research grants has been awarded to create the AHA s newest Strategically Focused Research Network on disparities in cardio-oncology.
Boston University School of Medicine (BUSM) is one of four multidisciplinary teams to receive more than $2.7 million for its Center and projects aimed at reducing critical deficiencies related to disparities in cardio-oncology and increasing the understanding of the causes, consequences, treatment and prevention of cardiovascular disease among cancer patients for diverse populations. The three other Centers and teams, the Medical Coll
More than $11 million in research grants awarded for scientific exploration of disparities in cardio-oncology apnews.com - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from apnews.com Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.
Fighting food insecurity: Community grocery store may be built in East Gainesville following City Commission vote
Policy experts and activists say the store would help strengthen food security in the area Photo by Shannon Ahern | The Independent Florida Alligator
Some East Gainesville residents may no longer have to travel across the city to shop at a grocery store thanks to a newly approved city initiative.
On Thursday, Commissioner Gail Johnson, policy experts and community activists proposed a plan for the city to look into creating a community grocery store in East Gainesville, where several neighborhoods qualify as food deserts. The commission unanimously passed the plan.