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August 17, 2023
Medicare approves WashU Medicine’s whole-genome test for blood cancers
Complete picture of genetic errors can advance precision medicine approaches to treatment.
News Release
August 10, 2023
Siteman earns prestigious merit extension from National Cancer Institute
Recognizes excellence in cancer care, prevention, research, training, outreach.
News Release
July 12, 2023
First robotic liver transplant in U.S. performed by Washington University surgeons
Groundbreaking surgery performed at Barnes-Jewish Hospital in St. Louis.
News Release
July 10, 2023
Anti-inflammatory drugs did not speed COVID-19 recovery but prevented deaths
Study could expand treatment options for patients with severe COVID-19.
News Release
May 3, 2023
Bloodstream infections in preemies may originate from their gut microbiomes
Findings could guide future treatment, prevention strategies.
News Release
April 17, 2023
Investigational drug may improve stem cell transplantation for multiple myeloma patients
If approved, drug could change standard care.
News Release
April 13, 2023
Grant supports training physician-scientists in cancer research
Funding aims to increase number of physicians driving innovative research in oncology.
Medical Campus & Community, News Release
March 28, 2023
Anesthesiology Control Tower helps detect emergencies before they arise
Remote team and machine learning help anesthesia clinicians head off and troubleshoot rare but potentially life-threatening events.
Outlook Magazine
March 23, 2023
Paxlovid reduces risk of long-term health problems, death from COVID-19
Drug recommended to prevent severe complications of virus.
News Release
March 21, 2023
Link named oncology division director
Leukemia specialist is leader in research, patient care.
News Release
February 26, 2023
Why aren’t doctors screening older Americans for anxiety?
Source: New York Times
December 1, 2022
Living Well Center provides health care rather than sick care
Focus on lifestyle factors addresses chronic pain, surgery preparation, overall health.
Outlook Magazine
November 22, 2022
Podcast: Treating the whole patient all at once
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' visits the Living Well Center, a site for orthopedic issues that focuses on health care rather than sick care.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
November 18, 2022
Hospitalists play key role in orchestrating bedside care
Specialists ensure better outcomes both in and beyond the hospital.
Outlook Magazine
November 15, 2022
WashU network of pediatric, primary care physicians growing across region
Washington University Clinical Associates network includes 23 practices with 116 health-care providers.
Medical Campus & Community
October 27, 2022
American College of Physicians recognizes 3 faculty members
DiPersio, McGill, Ross honored for outstanding contributions to internal medicine.
National Leaders
July 28, 2022
Washington Early Recognition Center specializes in youth psychosis
The free clinic is one the Midwest's few specializing in conditions such as schizophrenia and bipolar disorder in youths.
Outlook Magazine
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.
March 1, 2022
Podcast: Can we communicate more effectively about vaccines?
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on how health-care professionals might spend more quality time addressing the concerns of patients unsure whether they want to be vaccinated.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
February 27, 2022
Antibiotic doesn’t prevent future wheezing in babies hospitalized with RSV
Study of azithromycin suggests antibiotics do not prevent wheezing after RSV infection; may have opposite effect.
News Release
February 25, 2022
Undiagnosed Diseases Network seeks to explain mysterious conditions
Millions of Americans live with rare diseases that sometimes require years to diagnose.
Outlook Magazine, Video
January 26, 2022
Home-monitoring program for COVID-19 is effective, bridges digital divide
School of Medicine, BJC HealthCare program reaches patients in under-resourced communities.
News Release
December 20, 2021
Podcast: Facing another pandemic holiday season
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' features doctors who face exhaustion as they work in emergency rooms and ICUs again crowded with COVID-19 patients.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
December 13, 2021
Military medical staff join hospital front lines in new collaboration
School of Medicine, BJH program with Air Force medical professionals supports deployment readiness.
Medical Campus & Community