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January 20, 2025

Study identifies benefits, risks linked to popular weight-loss drugs

GLP-1 medications tied to decreased risk of dementia, addiction; increased risk of kidney, pancreas and gastrointestinal problems.

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July 6, 2022
Chaudhuri recognized by Radiation Research Society
Radiation oncologist honored for contributions to field.
National Leaders
July 1, 2022
Atkinson honored by American Society of Hematology
Recognized for advancing understanding of complement system.
National Leaders
July 1, 2022
Ley honored for groundbreaking leukemia research
Also recipient of Léopold Griffuel Prize for basic cancer research.
National Leaders
June 28, 2022
$5.3 million grant supports research into lung cancer recurrence
Detailed analysis could help predict which tumors are likely to return.
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June 27, 2022
Medical students, faculty honor body donors
‘This is an occasion for gratitude, immense gratitude’.
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June 27, 2022
Medical school selected by hematology society to develop fellowship program
1 of 9 U.S. academic institutions chosen by American Society of Hematology for the Hematology-Focused Fellowship Training Program.
Medical Campus & Community, National Leaders
June 27, 2022
Gut bacteria mine dietary fiber to release beneficial nutrients
Molecule liberated from byproduct of juice manufacturing has positive effects on metabolism.
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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.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
June 21, 2022
Doyle installed as distinguished chair in transplantation
Surgeon named Mid-America Transplant/Department of Surgery Distinguished Endowed Chair in Abdominal Transplantation.
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June 15, 2022
Suicides less common in states that passed Medicaid expansion
Rates of suicide rose nationwide but more slowly in states with greater Medicaid access.
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June 15, 2022
Progression of diabetic kidney disease may be slowed with drug combinations
Mouse study points to benefits of combining newer class of diabetes drugs with older treatments.
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June 13, 2022
3 physician-scientists named Dean’s Scholars
Program helps doctors pursue basic science research.
Medical Campus & Community
June 13, 2022
Immunity boosting treatment enhances CAR-T cell therapy for blood cancers
Treatment with protein interleukin-7 revs up T cell immunotherapy, mouse study shows.
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June 10, 2022
Exercise may lower your cancer risk and help if you get the disease
Source: Washington Post
June 9, 2022
Kovács elected to Hungarian Academy of Sciences
Cardiologist recognized for contributions to cardiac biophysics.
National Leaders
June 9, 2022
Dao honored for advocacy efforts
Recognized by St. Louis Business Journal with Business of Pride Award.
National Leaders
June 8, 2022
Rapid Ebola diagnosis may be possible with new technology
Faster diagnosis could help limit deadly outbreaks.
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June 3, 2022
Lishko named BJC Investigator
Molecular biologist noted for breakthroughs in fertility, contraception.
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May 31, 2022
Obituary: Gregory I. Goldberg, former dermatology professor, 74
Noted researcher also a professor of biochemistry and molecular biophysics.
Obituaries
May 31, 2022
Investigational drug attacks synovial sarcoma, a rare type of tumor
Clinical trial being planned for drug developed at School of Medicine .
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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 26, 2022
Abnormal development of brain’s visual system may contribute to autism
MRI scans of babies identify irregularities.
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May 25, 2022
More than 1 in 5 adult Covid survivors in the U.S. may develop long Covid, a C.D.C. study suggests
Source: New York Times
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 25, 2022
Genetic roots of 3 mitochondrial diseases ID’d via new approach
Study yields 20 other clues, provides platform to pursue them.
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May 23, 2022
Commencement ceremonies celebrate Class of 2022’s tenacity and leadership
WashU Med graduates get their diplomas.
Medical Campus & Community, Photo Gallery, Video
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 23, 2022
Washington University School of Medicine notifies patients & participants of privacy incident
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May 21, 2022
What we know about long Covid so far
Source: New York Times
May 20, 2022
Heiden to receive award from cancer research group
Surgical resident recognized by American Society of Clinical Oncology.
National Leaders
May 20, 2022
Gutmann elected to Association of American Physicians
Recognized for advancing understanding of neurofibromatosis.
National Leaders
May 20, 2022
Pagliarini named Hugo F. and Ina C. Urbauer Professor
Recognized for work on mitochondria, powerhouses of the cell.
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May 19, 2022
Epilepsy drug stops nervous system tumor growth in mice
Hyperactive neurons drive tumor growth in NF1 cancer predisposition syndrome.
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May 18, 2022
As the virus evolves, COVID-19 reinfections are going to keep happening
Source: Time
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.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
May 17, 2022
Protein linked to intellectual disability has complex role
Finding therapies for fragile X may depend on understanding the many ways protein’s loss affects brain.
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