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September 22, 2022

COVID-19 infections increase risk of long-term brain problems

Strokes, seizures, memory and movement disorders among problems that develop in first year after infection.

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September 7, 2022

Nasal COVID-19 vaccine approved in India based on Washington University technology

Inhaled vaccine may reduce infection, transmission.

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September 2, 2022

Low testosterone may increase risk of COVID-19 hospitalization for men

Boosting testosterone in men with low levels may reduce serious illness.

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August 30, 2022

Podcast: What if it’s not COVID-19?

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' details the case of a patient with a mysterious illness first thought to be COVID-19.

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August 3, 2022

Podcast: New COVID-19 variants causing re-infections

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on easily transmissible variants causing another wave of COVID-19 infections.

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July 20, 2022

Pandemic road map

Big data analysis drove regional decision-making 24/7.

Outlook Magazine

July 7, 2022

DOLF Project’s role in effort to eliminate tropical disease recognized

PLoS publishes a collection of DOLF research on lymphatic filariasis.

National Leaders

June 22, 2022

Podcast: Long COVID-19 a lasting battle for many

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on the many people who deal with health struggles for months after COVID-19 infections.

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June 8, 2022

Rapid Ebola diagnosis may be possible with new technology

Faster diagnosis could help limit deadly outbreaks.

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May 26, 2022

Inappropriate antibiotics for nonhospitalized kids cost US at least $74 million

Such prescriptions can cause complications including diarrhea, rashes.

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May 25, 2022

Long COVID poses risks to vaccinated people, too

While risks higher for the unvaccinated, study points to need for more tools against the virus.

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May 23, 2022

Emergency department plays key role in evaluating COVID-19 tests

More than 6,500 patients participated, with many tests now approved for use at home or in health-care settings.

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May 17, 2022

Podcast: Pandemic fuels use of alcohol, opioids

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on how the pandemic has exacerbated problems related to drugs, alcohol.

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May 12, 2022

Clinical and translational research receives $61 million grant support

Strong infrastructure allows for quick pivots to address COVID-19 pandemic, spur clinical innovation.

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May 4, 2022

Goldberg elected to National Academy of Sciences

Recognized for work as renowned molecular parasitologist.

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April 27, 2022

Synthetic data mimics real patient data, accurately models COVID-19 pandemic

National synthetic dataset boosts coronavirus research, helps prepare for future pandemics.

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April 26, 2022

Podcast: As ‘Show Me the Science’ turns 2, we look back at 2 years of a pandemic

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on what was learned and what science got right and wrong about COVID-19.

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April 15, 2022

The next war we have to win: Drug-resistant infections

Researchers and clinicians are fighting drug-resistant infections that years of overprescribing have turned deadly.

April 14, 2022

Bringing joy to the community safely

Infectious diseases experts help performing arts institutions navigate pandemic.

Medical Campus & Community

April 13, 2022

3 doses of COVID-19 vaccine important for patients who undergo solid organ transplants

Extra mRNA vaccines provide added immunity.

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April 1, 2022

Podcast: Long COVID-19 can affect every organ system in the body

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on serious problems those infected with COVID-19 can develop in the months following infection.

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March 24, 2022

COVID-19 infection linked to higher risk of neuropathy symptoms

Symptoms persisted for months after a positive test for COVID-19.

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March 21, 2022

The race for COVID-19 vaccines

A conversation with two scientists who took part in the global race to develop vaccines.

Outlook Magazine

March 17, 2022

In U.S., alcohol use disorder linked to 232 million missed workdays annually

Workplace absenteeism related to alcohol likely worsened during pandemic.

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