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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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October 9, 2018
In childbirth, when to begin pushing does not affect C-section rates
Women who delay pushing face higher risks for infection, bleeding.
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October 9, 2018
When giving birth for the first time, push away
Source: NPR
October 9, 2018
Postdoc researcher Zhang receives STAT honor
Recognized for work on mosquito-borne viruses Zika, chikungunya.
National Leaders
October 9, 2018
Scoliosis linked to essential mineral
Children with severely curved spines may be unable to use manganese.
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October 8, 2018
Implantable, biodegradable devices speed nerve regeneration in rats
Pulses of electrical stimulation help heal injured nerves.
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October 8, 2018
Both sides of the brain are active during one-sided arm movement
Source: The Scientist
October 4, 2018
Viruses in blood lead to digestive problems
Mouse study provides clues to sudden onset of digestive woes.
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October 3, 2018
Even light drinking increases risk of death
At any age, daily drinkers 20 percent more likely to die prematurely than less frequent drinkers.
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October 2, 2018
Building independence
For 100 years, the occupational therapy program has helped people engage mind and body.
Outlook Magazine
October 2, 2018
DeSelm honored by NIH for innovative cancer research
Radiation oncologist selected for High-Risk, High-Reward Research Program.
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September 28, 2018
Diemer recognized by Association of American Medical Colleges
Honored for excellence in medical student career development.
National Leaders
September 28, 2018
Salles, Loe recognized by American Medical Association
Researchers to examine gender bias in medical education.
National Leaders
September 28, 2018
What is a geriatric emergency department?
Source: U.S. News & World Report
September 28, 2018
Obituary: James C. Warren, former head of obstetrics and gynecology, 88
Obituaries
September 28, 2018
Fighting the vaccine wars on the side of science
Kinch writes about one of humankind’s greatest inventions.
Medical Campus & Community
September 26, 2018
Roundtable on opioids brings HHS leaders to Medical Campus
Officials tour research lab focused on fighting opioid addiction.
Medical Campus & Community
September 26, 2018
Growing up transgender
The Washington University Transgender Center helps families navigate the complex world of gender identity.
Outlook Magazine, Video
September 25, 2018
Kreisel named G. Alexander Patterson, MD/Mid-America Transplant Chair
Honored for innovation in lung transplantation.
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September 24, 2018
Overlooked signal in MRI scans reflects amount, kind of brain cells
Data may aid diagnosis of brain conditions, shed light on brain development.
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September 24, 2018
Washington University joins network for solving rare medical mysteries
Undiagnosed diseases network seeks to explain medical conditions with no known cause.
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September 21, 2018
Scientists used Zika to kill aggressive brain cancer cells in mice
Source: Popular Science
September 21, 2018
Druley addresses childhood cancer at U.S. Capitol
Pediatric oncologist emphasizes importance of research.
National Leaders
September 20, 2018
Conference for women in medicine provides camaraderie, inspiration
200 medical and premedical students in attendance.
Medical Campus & Community
September 17, 2018
Study IDs why some TB bacteria prove deadly
Single mutation protects TB bacteria from antibiotics, immune assault.
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September 14, 2018
Should people worried about heart conditions buy the new Apple watch?
Source: Consumer Reports
September 13, 2018
Mercier wins AAMC innovation award
Office of Technology Management director honored for work supporting female inventors, entrepreneurs.
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September 13, 2018
Klingensmith named director of school’s Academy of Health Professions Educators
Physician noted for excellence in surgical education.
National Leaders
September 12, 2018
Genetic testing helps predict disease recurrence in myelodysplastic syndrome
Likelihood of recurrence high if mutations detectable after stem cell transplant.
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September 12, 2018
Gordon receives Luminary Award
Precision medicine group honors father of the microbiome.
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September 11, 2018
Cordell Institute to work at intersection of science, medicine, ethics and law
Eberlein and Staudt co-found institute to tackle issues of ethics, policy in data-driven health care.
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September 6, 2018
Study seeks former opioid users who avoided addiction
Researchers want to understand how genetics affects opioid addiction.
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September 5, 2018
Gurnett named director of pediatric and developmental neurology
Physician-scientist specializes in epilepsy, neurodevelopmental disorders.
News Release
September 5, 2018
Medical Campus to host Diversity Week
Theme for the week is 'Be Aware of Your Unaware'.
Medical Campus & Community
September 4, 2018
Scientists identify weak point in deadly eye melanoma
Plant compound shuts down tumor growth.
News Release
September 4, 2018
New clues found to understanding relapse in breast cancer
Tumor mutations found in patients point to progressive disease.
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August 31, 2018
Siegel named fellow of nuclear medicine society
Honored for work applying PET scans to cancer diagnosis, treatment .
National Leaders