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Highly accurate blood test diagnoses Alzheimer’s disease, measures extent of dementia

Could help determine which patients are likely to benefit from new Alzheimer’s drugs.

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November 4, 2013
Study looks at safety, effectiveness of generics for treating depression
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November 4, 2013
Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center provides patient care and support, seeks solutions
Washington University’s Neurofibromatosis (NF) Center focuses on research and patient care for individuals affected by NF, a complex genetic disorder.
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November 1, 2013
Mouse study shows potential of gene therapy for Alport syndrome
New research in mice suggests that gene therapy may be a viable treatment for Alport syndrome, an inherited disease that leads to kidney failure.
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October 28, 2013
Stroke prevention surgery less effective than meds, lifestyle change
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October 28, 2013
After concussion, kids may need breaks in school
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October 28, 2013
Nurturing may protect kids from brain changes linked to poverty
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October 23, 2013
Civitelli named president of bone, mineral research society
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October 23, 2013
Civitelli named president of bone, mineral research society
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October 22, 2013
Missouri governor halts execution
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October 22, 2013
Unlikely gene variants work together to raise Alzheimer’s risk
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October 21, 2013
Study suggests private NICU rooms may influence preemies’ development
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October 18, 2013
New clue to aggressive brain tumors
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October 17, 2013
Same gene mutations tied to 12 cancers
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October 17, 2013
Gene influences success of nicotine replacement therapy in smokers
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October 16, 2013
Regenerating heart tissue: a targeted approach
Washington University is part of a nationwide trial to improve on the use of stem cells in repairing damaged heart muscle.
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October 16, 2013
Genetic errors identified in 12 major cancer types
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October 15, 2013
Malibu school officials battle health fears
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October 15, 2013
Scientists unravel mechanisms in chronic itching
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October 14, 2013
Piers Morgan Live: Uninsured fear Obamacare delay
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October 14, 2013
Your secret allergy triggers revealed
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October 14, 2013
Database of disease genes shows potential drug therapies
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October 10, 2013
Former medical resident here wins Nobel Prize
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October 10, 2013
Stomach cells naturally revert to stem cells
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October 7, 2013
Real advice for young women with breast cancer
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October 6, 2013
After melanoma, people head back to the sun: study
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October 4, 2013
University receives $26 million for leukemia research
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October 3, 2013
$26 million awarded to Washington University for leukemia research
A $26 million grant has been awarded to study the genetic underpinnings of leukemia and help improve treatment and outcomes for patients.
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October 3, 2013
Possible culprits in congenital heart defects identified
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October 2, 2013
Funding aids new test for ‘river blindness’
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October 1, 2013
Personalized immunotherapy for late-stage melanoma
New research uses late-stage skin cancer patients’ own immune cells to target their cancer. This work could lead to a personalized cancer vaccine.
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October 1, 2013
The good news on Alzheimer’s: Better ways to diagnose it. Drug trials offer promise
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October 1, 2013
Breast cancer test developed at Washington University gets FDA approval
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September 29, 2013
Eating peanut butter could prevent future breast disease
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September 26, 2013
Procedure to open blocked carotid arteries tested
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September 26, 2013
The case for skipping meals
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September 26, 2013
Procedure to open blocked carotid arteries tested
Testing is beginning on an investigational device designed to open blocked arteries in patients who are ineligible for traditional surgery.
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Highly accurate blood test diagnoses Alzheimer’s disease, measures extent of dementia