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SynCardia Official: Tucson Operations Expected to Continue

Artificial heart manufacturer went through bankruptcy, sale in July.

From a Few Holding Cells to 17 Medical Clinics in Tucson: El Rio After 50 Years

The community health center celebrates its expansion and many years of service.

UA Veterinary School Accreditation Put on Hold

University to appeal decision that halts professional degree program enrollment.

UA Phoenix Med School Under Regents' Scrutiny

Board will hold meetings to review medical community complaints.

Lawsuit: State Improperly Reduces Immigrant Health Care

Up to 3,500 refugees, asylum seekers and immigrant crime victims may be affected.

UA Cancer Center contributes to VP Biden's Cancer Moonshot

Effort seeks to complete a decade’s worth of research in 5 years, focusing on ovarian cancer.

"The King of Sting" Talks Arizona Insects

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The future of "Right to Try" for the terminally ill; Tucson street names often stir debate; the swingin' nighlife of Arizona's bats.

UA Alzheimer's Research Looks at Aging Female Brain

Scientist considers reproductive milestones as triggers

UA Researchers Focus on Healthy Aging Brain

Dementia, Alzheimer's are not inevitable.

Better Health on Border Goal of Binational Effort

Healthy Border 20/20 plan brings medical professionals from both sides together.

Measles at Eloy Detention Center Close Immigration Court

40% of staff members won't get vaccinated or show proof of vaccination, health official says.

'The Fight of Her Life:' Young Mom Takes on Chemotherapy

Update on story of Douglas mother of four undergoing treatment for breast cancer.

The Owl & Panther Project Supports Tucson Refugees of Torture

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Arizona woman faces death on her own terms; Legal and emotional issues surrounding choosing to die.

Choosing Death Over Dying: One Arizona Family's Story

Family members call on state to legalize a patient's right to die on own terms.

Tucsonan Runs to Phoenix - Literally - for Cancer Research

He makes 125-mile trek in two nights, raises $2,000; next goal: Boston Marathon.

Health Officials: Zika Case in Pima County, But No Danger

Patient had traveled in Caribbean, has recovered; chances 'low' of contracting virus.

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