Research: Vital to hospital services

It is surprising that Mercy Hospital would run a full page ad in the DI (Jan. 24) bragging about its lack of teaching and research. Isn’t this another way of saying that it’s not interested in being on the cutting edge of health-care advancements?

My study subjects at the UI Hospitals and Clinics appreciate both the opportunities to access the newest cancer treatments and the satisfaction of knowing they are contributing to the advancement of cancer treatment. When they are faced with a miserable illness, they find some satisfaction knowing they may help someone in the future who walks in their shoes.

I’m sorry Mercy Hospital patients don’t have the same opportunities.

Karen Parrott
UIHC research coordinator

Quote the Smart Students

Out of the thousands of intelligent college students in town, The Daily Iowan has chosen to quote students who said they might transfer and that they now have to go to house parties because of the 21-ordinance. Look around and find the students who are enjoying clubs, sports, shows, lectures, and the hundreds of activities that are available in any given week on campus.

Sure, this ordinance will be tough on some students and some downtown bars, but the culture can change. Other college towns have had this law for years and continue to educate bright, interesting, engaged students. Instead of focusing on those who whine and don't want to change, encourage each other to become something better.

Karen Parrott
UI employee


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