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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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August 4, 2021
Bergom elected councilor-at-large for radiation society
Radiation oncologist will serve a 3-year term.
National Leaders
August 3, 2021
Podcast: New threats from highly contagious delta variant
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' focuses on how a variant of the COVID-19 virus is wreaking havoc in Missouri and around the country and what we can do to slow this new wave of infections.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
August 3, 2021
A possible side effect? Thousands of people saw menstruation changes post-vaccine
Source: NPR
August 3, 2021
Hugo named director of Medical Physics Division
Division ensures safety, accuracy of radiotherapy for cancer, cardiac arrhythmia patients.
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August 2, 2021
Michalski elected president-elect of radiation oncology society
Plans include focusing on protecting equitable patient access to cancer treatment.
National Leaders
July 30, 2021
Veis named editor-in-chief of musculoskeletal research journal
Bone and mineral disease specialist will serve 5 years in post .
National Leaders
July 30, 2021
Siteman Cancer Center plans for 9-story outpatient facility on Medical Campus
Facility on Washington University Medical Campus will enhance patient experience, provide central home for outpatient cancer care.
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July 29, 2021
A new Alzheimer’s drug comes with lots of questions about how to use it
Source: NPR
July 29, 2021
COVID-19 Exposure Notifications system launches for university community
Smartphone system complements traditional contact tracing.
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July 26, 2021
Higher levels of good cholesterol may protect against liver damage
Source: Consumer Affairs
July 26, 2021
Omurtag named director of reproductive endocrinology & infertility
Physician-scientist studies how technology can improve communication about fertility issues.
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July 23, 2021
Tao named chief of pediatric radiology
Also becomes radiologist-in-chief at St. Louis Children's Hospital.
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July 22, 2021
‘Good cholesterol’ may protect liver
Study in mice, human blood samples, suggests HDL from the intestine may prevent liver inflammation.
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July 21, 2021
Blood tests could help screen anticipated flood of patients seeking new Alzheimer’s drug
Source: Science Magazine
July 20, 2021
Podcast: Pregnant women, new moms and vaccines
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' looks at how doctors have tried to protect themselves, their babies and their patients during the pandemic.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
July 20, 2021
School of Medicine staff members honored with 2020, 2021 service awards
Dean, Faculty Practice Plan celebrate staff for research and operations support, clinical service.
Medical Campus & Community, Video
July 19, 2021
For unvaccinated, coronavirus is soaring again
Source: Washington Post
July 16, 2021
Prabhu named cardiovascular division director
Cardiologist’s research focuses on how immune system contributes to heart failure.
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July 16, 2021
Scientists say COVID-19 booster shots aren’t needed yet—here’s why
Source: National Geographic
July 16, 2021
Covid-19 immune response could be long lasting, but variants present risks
Source: Wall Street Journal
July 15, 2021
Can vaccinated people get long Covid? Doctor’s say risk is ‘very, very small’
Source: NBC News
July 14, 2021
US COVID-19 cases rising again, doubling over three weeks
Source: Associated Press
July 13, 2021
How your driving might reveal early signs of Alzheimer’s
Source: BBC
July 13, 2021
Coalition says health workers should be required to get coronavirus vaccine
Source: Washington Post
July 13, 2021
mRNA vaccines may pack more persistent punch against COVID-19 than thought
Source: NIH Director's Blog
July 12, 2021
Landmark gene therapy trial points to a wider window to alter course of rare disease
Source: STAT
July 12, 2021
Alcohol abuse is on the rise, but doctors too often fail to treat it
Source: New York Times
July 8, 2021
New Alzheimer’s treatment targets identified
Study points to FDA-approved drugs that have potential to slow or reverse brain damage.
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July 5, 2021
Colon cancer is rising in younger adults. Do sugary drinks play a role?
Source: New York Times
July 2, 2021
Aagaard, Scheel, Stanton named vice chancellors
Recognized for their expertise in medical education, clinical affairs, medical finance and administration.
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July 1, 2021
COVID-19 aggravates antibiotic misuse in India
Sales of antibiotics soar as threat of drug-resistant bacteria worsens.
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June 29, 2021
Bringing life-saving therapy to cancer patients in Guatemala
WashU Med collaborates to install radiation machine at Guatemala's only cancer clinic for the poor.
Outlook Magazine
June 29, 2021
Cell-based immunotherapy shows promise against melanoma
Effective against blood cancers, natural killer cells also may be effective against solid tumors.
News Release
June 28, 2021
Pfizer and Moderna vaccines are likely to produce long-lasting immunity, study suggests
Source: New York Times
June 28, 2021
COVID-19 vaccine generates immune structures critical for lasting immunity
Vaccines likely induce strong, persistent immunity to COVID-19.
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June 24, 2021
Virus that causes COVID-19 can find alternate route to infect cells
COVID-19 drugs, vaccines still effective against mutating virus.
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