Newsroom's most viewed items and videos in 2025

This past year, several clinical research developments in the neurosciences attracted the most viewers for articles and videos on the UW Medicine Newsroom. 

Of public interest in the neurosciences were a report on safety testing of an implanted device that attempts to rewire the brain after a stroke; a study on mothers’ acetaminophen use during pregnancy and potential ADHD risks in their children; testing of a spinal stimulator to help restore functional movement after injury; research on neurological factors that, despite normal hearing, make it hard to understand speech in noisy settings; evidence that shunt implants reduced hydrocephalus symptoms older adults; a formal definition of cannabis overuse syndrome; and a new Alzheimer’s drug made available here. 

Several health concerns during pregnancy — measles, preeclampsia, potential effects of over-the-counter medications — drew widespread attention as well. 

Media statements issued by the institution and  published on the news site were also among the most read items. 

In addition, UW Medicine’s longstanding role in checking young athletes for potential heart problems garnered attention as clinicians conducted the 100th Nick of Time screening event at a Seattle high school.

An item on the generosity of an anonymous donor who is helping to cover the clinical rotation tuitions of students in laboratory medicine, and the students’ response when they were told, also made the top 10 list.  Many readers also followed the story of Paralympics medalist Taylor Swanson, a sports medicine patient who encourages people of all ages and ability levels to stay active. 

Viewers also tuned into the city and state celebration of Seattle native and 2024 Nobel laureate David Baker. 

This year was marked by the passing of Dr. King K. Holmes, 87, a researcher, physician and educator recognized worldwide for his pioneering work in the field of sexually transmitted diseases. 

Most viewed UW Medicine Newsroom news items 2025:

1. Implant may help brain rewire after stroke
2. Child ADHD risk linked to mother’s use of acetaminophen
3. Statement: Contract negotiations with Aetna
4. Harborview patients test positive for mucormycosis
5. Disabling cannabis condition gets formal clinical identity
6. New blood test accurately predicts preeclampsia
7. In memory: World STD researcher Dr. King Holmes
8. IQ appears to affect ability to listen in noisy settings
9. Gift to help cover tuition for students in lab medicine 
10. Specialist explains intrigue of new pain relief drug

Most viewed UW Medicine Newsroom videos 2025:

1. New Alzheimer's drug gives patients hope 
2. New smart rooms at Harborview innovate patient care
3. Shunting improves hydrocephalus symptoms in older adults 
4. Spinal stimulator restores function, independence 
5. Celebrating Seattle's 2024 Nobel Prize with Professor David Baker
6. Bike helmet protects a young boy's brain
7. Para-athlete inspires other athletes with disabilities
8. Milestone event targets sudden cardiac arrest  
9. Shielding yourself and your baby from measles 
10. Patient in brain-device trial shows progress 

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