In response to recommendations detailed in a report recently issued to the University of California regarding reform of its willed body programs, the UC Office of the President has created a new systemwide program coordinator in its Health Affairs hierarchy. The post, officially titled the “Systemwide Manager of Willed Body Programs” in the job listing […]
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Labor studies minor integrates class, service
Preparing themselves for influential careers in a slew of labor-related fields, UCLA undergraduates are adding the labor and workplace studies minor to their resumes. The minor is not offered by a department at UCLA, but through the Institute of Industrial Relations at UCLA in collaboration with the UCLA Center for Labor Research and Education ““ […]
Low rate of newborns with HIV reflects better care, medicine
In light of the fact that the number of HIV-infected women increases every year, it may seem that the number of newborns contracting the virus should also increase. But HIV in infants has reached such a low rate in the United States that many experts hope to see its presence in newborns eradicated. HIV ““ […]
New recycling tax to be used for safe electronics disposal
As students leave Ackerman Union with their new laptops, they may look over their receipts to see if everything appears to be in order. It shouldn’t take long before they notice the words “E-Waste Recycling Fee” on their bill. If they turn back to the cashier, asking for details about this extra tax, they would […]
Drug geared to blacks debated
Often when a monumental advance in medical science is made, the discovery is celebrated throughout the health care community. But the arrival of a nationwide study pioneering a racially targeted drug used to treat heart failure in blacks is stirring up controversy among many experts in the legal and medical fields. BiDil, the drug tested […]
UC, Enron reach $168 million settlement
As lead plaintiff for investors in the Enron securities fraud litigation, the University of California announced an agreement for a $168 million settlement with 18 former directors of Enron Corp. late last Friday. The settlement, which awaits court approval, includes over $13 million in funds procured by the directors through insider trading. The agreement was […]
Symposium reveals future of cancer
A distinguished panel of cancer researchers from across the nation presented their findings and progress in a symposium at Covel Commons on Tuesday, providing an inspiring glimpse into the future of molecular-targeted medicines ““ a new way to prevent certain types of cancer. The event, titled “New Advances in Detection and Prevention of Cancer,” attracted […]