Mary Caserta, a professor of pediatrics, offers guidance on navigating the specifics of pneumonia—and encourages parents not to be alarmed if they hear the term “white lung” in conversation or on social media.
University flags will be lowered on Saturday, December 16, in memory of Nathan Noel, a student from the School of Arts & Sciences and a member of the Class of 2025, who died on November 22.
All University graduate students are invited to participate in an anonymous well-being needs assessment by December 22. The data will allow the UHS Health Promotion Office and Graduate Student Wellness Committee to understand the well-being needs of graduate students better, and help create new programs, services, and systems-level changes to support graduate student well-being. Participants can enter a raffle where three winners will receive an exclusive University wellness basket including a Rochester mug, noise-canceling headphones, a happy lamp, and tea; a Rochester bag; or a Rochester hat.
Quitting nicotine does not have to be an all-or-nothing project. Even lowering the amount improves your health. If you are ready to take that first step, sign up for Well-U’s You Can Quit! program.
School of Nursing webinar on graduate degree options
Thinking of transforming your nursing practice and career opportunities with a graduate degree from the School of Nursing? Join admissions representatives for a virtual information session and learn more about master’s, doctoral, and advanced certificate pathways, including eligibility, application requirements, and grants and scholarships available for tuition coverage. Register to attend today, December 15 at 11 a.m. or Wednesday, December 20, at 2 p.m. Contact the School of Nursing admissions office with questions.
‘Commit to Quit!’ in 2024
Start your new year by committing to cut back or quit smoking or vaping. “Commit to Quit!,” a free, six-session virtual series led by nicotine treatment specialists at the Center for Community Health & Prevention, starts at 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, January 11. The program provides an interactive, encouraging, and understanding environment designed to support your journey to freedom from smoking or vaping. Gain valuable information and connect with those with similar goals. Resources for further individualized services are provided if needed. Register today.
Visual Music 6.0 with the Beal Institute
On Saturday, January 20, at 7:30 p.m., “Visual Music 6.0” presents current students from the Beal Institute of Film Music and Contemporary Media in a live-to-picture staging of their original compositions, played by the Empire Film and Media Ensemble. The program includes an original score to accompany the 1931 adaptation of Frankenstein. This performance takes place in Kilbourn Hall, Eastman School of Music, and is free and open to the public.
Friends of Strong Gala Wine Tasting fundraiser
Tickets are on sale now for Friends of Strong’s 30th annual Gala Wine Tasting fundraiser. Experience samples from more than 100 red, white, and sparkling, imported and domestic wines along with French champagnes, hors d’oeuvres, and luscious desserts. The event takes place on Friday, February 9. Learn more and purchase tickets online.
“Good Night Lights” returns to Golisano Children’s Hospital, with first responders lining up outside the hospital to flash their lights to say goodnight to patients. Find photos on the UR Medicine Facebook page.
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