In Brief

Skalny Series welcomes politico

Kolodko, professor at the Warsaw School of Economics and visiting professor of political science at the University, was a key architect of Polish economic reforms. He also is a consultant for the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.

His lecture, which is free and open to the public, is sponsored by the Center for Polish and Central European Studies.

URCC hosts breast cancer program

Her first presentation, Living Beyond Breast Cancer, will be geared to a general audience and focus on life after breast cancer treatment. Her second presentation, Doctor, Doctor, Lend Me Your Ear, provides an up-close look at the doctor-patient relationship from sickness to health. Weiss's book Living Beyond Breast Cancer is being sold at the Barnes & Noble bookstore at the Medical Center, with proceeds benefiting breast cancer research at the Cancer Center.

The program also will include several group offerings for cancer patients, survivors and their families, friends, and health professionals. These will be provided by specialists from the Comprehensive Breast Cancer Practice.

There is no fee to attend the program, but registration is required and space is limited. Register early by calling x5-5004 or e-mail beverly_brooks@URMC.rochester.edu.

Gandhi inspires students

The National Gandhi Day of Service, held on Saturday, October 9, was part of a newly launched campaign involving 25 colleges and universities across the country to spur awareness of the Indian humanitarian and his nonviolent activism.

At the University, the event was initiated by Neil Ghushe '01, Nitun Verma '00, Akash Desai '00, and Sumanth Bollepolli '02. U.S. Rep. Louise Slaughter kicked off the day by speaking to volunteers about the value of community service efforts locally.

"Gandhi said, 'You must become the change you wish to see in the world,'" said Ghushe in explaining the idea behind the day. "We want to make people aware of Gandhi and his ideals, and then go out into the community and put them into practice."

Beat the bug with a flu shot

The program is being held on different dates at various times to accommodate all shifts. Please refer to the Currents calendar in this issue and the next issue for details.

Flu shots will continue to be available at UHS by appointment on a fee-for-service basis. Hours are Monday, and Wednesday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Tuesdays, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Paging, users guide are changed

On another telecommunications front, revised versions of the Telephone Users Guide and additional copies of the Quick Reference Guides are available. For more information about either paging or the users guides, call x4-HELP (x4-4357).

Research participants needed

Crohn's disease--Crohn's disease patients who are dependent on steroids are needed for a research study. Lab tests, medications, and clinic visits are free, and mileage compensation is available. Call x5-6219.

High blood pressure--African-Americans are needed for a study of Teveten, an investigational blood-pressure medication. Participation is for 12 to 18 weeks; medicine will be prescribed. Call x3-3972.

Cold sores--Volunteers are needed for a research study testing an investigational cream. Participants must have a history of cold sores, be over 18 years old, and in good health. There is compensation of up to $200 for scheduled visits. Call x3-4637.

Otitis media--Children age 12 months to 7 years who are in good health and have had at least one episode of "otitis media"--commonly referred to as an ear infection--following a cold within the last 12 months are needed for a study to evaluate an investigational oral medication. The child must have had cold symptoms during the past 24 hours and be available to visit the study office five times in 14 days. Parents should contact the office within 24 hours of their child showing any cold symptoms. Call Mary Caserta, x5-6672.

Parainfluenza vaccine--Children age 6 months to 18 months and in good health are needed for a research study on a parainfluenza vaccine given as nose drops. Parents will be reimbursed for time and parking. Call Geoffrey Weinberg, x5-5944.

Obesity--Overweight volunteers ages 45-70 are needed for a control group in a clinical trial, which involves one clinic visit. Participants will receive free heart ultrasound and cardiac consultation. Call x5-0516.

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