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October 23, 2024

White Coat Ceremony marks beginning of medical training

124 students receive white coats, recite class oath.

Medical Campus & Community

February 3, 2022
I just had Covid. Do I need a booster?
Source: New York Times
February 3, 2022
COVID-19 exposure-alert system that uses smartphones expands in Missouri
MO/Notify pop-up notifications can help slow virus’ spread but users need to opt in .
News Release
February 3, 2022
Podcast: Highly contagious omicron is a roller coaster
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on how omicron makes many less sick than earlier variants, but is deadly to some and has negated some previously effective therapies.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
February 1, 2022
Possible new method identified to assess severity of TB infection
Metabolite of TB-causing bacteria also may help monitor response to treatment.
News Release
January 31, 2022
Kulkarni recognized for immune system research
Pulmonologist receives early career award from International Complement Society.
National Leaders
January 31, 2022
Researchers solve medical mystery of deadly illness in young child
Cross-disciplinary team identifies genetic cause of rare, undiagnosed lung disease.
News Release
January 28, 2022
Woodard named an AAAS fellow
Honored for contributions to the field of cardiovascular research.
National Leaders
January 26, 2022
Construction to expand BJC Institute of Health building to begin Feb. 2
Site preparation phase expected to last about 3 months.
Medical Campus & Community
January 26, 2022
Podcast: Why the omicron wave is different
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' looks at how vaccines and prior infections provide some immunity as omicron continues to spread.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
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
January 25, 2022
Grossman, Henderson honored by international blood association
Recognized for research on convalescent plasma, COVID-19.
National Leaders
January 24, 2022
WashU part of $65 million NIH study of schizophrenia in young people
Teens, young adults needed for study aimed at improving early diagnosis.
News Release
January 21, 2022
Uy named leukemia committee co-chair of clinical trials group
Selected by Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology.
National Leaders
January 20, 2022
Another old drug is being tried vs. COVID-19, and might actually help
Source: The Philadelphia Inquirer
January 19, 2022
Drug mimics beneficial effects of fasting in mice
Blocking arginine metabolism leads to improved metabolic health, weight loss.
News Release
January 19, 2022
Al-Aly named associate editor of nephrology journal
Expert in big data named to post with Journal of American Society of Nephrology.
National Leaders
January 18, 2022
Ances honored by Down syndrome society
Recognized for championing health, well-being of Down syndrome community.
National Leaders
January 14, 2022
Boosting T cells improves survival in mice with glioblastoma
Treatment with interleukin-7 revs up immune system against deadly brain tumor.
News Release
January 14, 2022
Boyer elected to orthopedic surgery board
Named director-elect of American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
National Leaders
January 13, 2022
Podcast: Hospitalized patients with COVID reach record levels
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' looks at how our health-care system is attempting to keep up with the exploding number of sick patients during the virus’s latest wave.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
January 12, 2022
Study examines risk factors for severe health problems in kids with COVID-19
Pediatric data collected internationally before spread of delta, omicron variants.
News Release
January 12, 2022
New treatment target ID’d for radiation-resistant cervical cancer
Approach harnesses newly identified method of cell death.
News Release
January 10, 2022
Improving health of mothers, infants aim of imaging tech to monitor contractions
NIH and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation fund more than $6.8 million toward effort.
News Release
January 7, 2022
Omicron may be less severe. It’s still a big healthcare problem
Source: NPR Science Friday
January 7, 2022
Omicron could have a silver lining by boosting immunity, some experts say. But don’t bet on it.
Source: The Washington Post
January 4, 2022
Garwood honored with Walentik leadership award
Recognized for her work supporting vulnerable youth.
National Leaders
January 2, 2022
Jake’s mice: Searching for answers to the puzzle of autism
Source: Associated Press
January 2, 2022
Obesity rates among children soared during pandemic. A local study aims to help.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
December 31, 2021
ICU teams report fatigue and frustration as they brace for omicron surge
Source: NPR All Things Considered
December 31, 2021
Studies suggest why Omicron is less severe: It spares the lungs
Source: New York Times
December 23, 2021
What makes an mRNA vaccine so effective against severe COVID-19?
Shots trigger exceptional antibody response by activating key helper immune cells.
News Release
December 22, 2021
The vaccines work against severe disease. Here’s why boosters are still a good idea
Source: NPR
December 22, 2021
COVID cases are surging again. Is it safe to gather for the holidays?
Source: St. Louis Public Radio
December 21, 2021
Grants fund drug development for devastating tropical diseases
Aim is better treatments for river blindness, intestinal worm infections.
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 20, 2021
New Alzheimer’s prevention trial in young people
Focus on inherited Alzheimer’s up to 25 years before expected dementia onset.
News Release