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June 17, 2024
Repurposed drug may help stabilize vision in rare disease
Clinical trial for RVCL-S patients tests drug already approved as sickle cell disease treatment.
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June 13, 2024
ADHD meds may help pregnant patients control opioid use disorder
Researchers aim to provide guidance on ADHD drugs for patients with opioid use disorder.
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June 13, 2024
Prescription program for fruits, vegetables could help improve community’s health
Collaboration with BJC HealthCare, Schnucks supports healthy eating to combat chronic disease.
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June 10, 2024
Multicenter clinical study supports safety of deep general anesthesia
Minimizing anesthesia during surgery for older adults does not prevent post-op delirium.
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May 30, 2024
Risk of death from COVID-19 lessens, but infection still can cause issues 3 years later
Study also shows that patients hospitalized within 30 days after infection face 29% higher death risk in 3rd year compared with those not infected.
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May 28, 2024
Washington University researchers consulting people of St. Louis on whether to participate in trauma research study to investigate treatment strategies for injured children who are bleeding to death
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May 24, 2024
Weil installed as Medoff professor
Recognized for helping reduce global burden of parasitic worm diseases.
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May 22, 2024
Subtle cognitive decline precedes end to driving for older adults
Routine cognitive testing may help older drivers plan for life after driving.
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May 17, 2024
Gut bacteria boost immune response to fight tumors
Microbe enhances cancer immunotherapy in mouse study.
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May 17, 2024
Repeat COVID-19 vaccinations elicit antibodies that neutralize variants, other viruses
Response to updated vaccine is shaped by earlier vaccines yet generates broadly neutralizing antibodies.
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May 10, 2024
$5 million grant supports innovative immunotherapies against blood cancers
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society supports trials in cell-based immunotherapies, cancer vaccines.
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May 10, 2024
Duncavage named director of new division in pathology & immunology
Recognized for contributions to Medicare-approved whole-genome tests .
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May 7, 2024
Testing, treatment for sexually transmitted infections expanded in north St. Louis County
Expanded services aimed at reducing region’s high STI rates, disparities in sexual health.
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May 3, 2024
Goldfarb installed as inaugural Gelberman professor
National leader in orthopedic surgery honored for clinical excellence, compassionate patient care.
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April 30, 2024
Karam named head of radiation oncology department
Innovative physician-scientist specializing in head and neck, pancreatic cancers also known as influential mentor.
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April 30, 2024
Diwan named inaugural Shaeffer professor
Noted physician-scientist studies molecular underpinnings of cardiovascular disease.
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April 19, 2024
International trials underway for childhood malnutrition therapy developed at WashU
Gift from Andy Newman supports world-changing research on the gut microbiome.
Medical Campus & Community, News Release
April 18, 2024
$6.2 million to help develop gene therapy for HIV
Genetically engineered B cells could produce super-antibodies to HIV.
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April 16, 2024
Alzheimer’s disease progresses faster in people with Down syndrome
Study highlights need to develop therapies for this vulnerable population.
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April 15, 2024
Epilepsy drug prevents brain tumors in mice with NF1
Study lays groundwork for clinical trial aimed at preventing brain tumors in children with NF1.
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April 10, 2024
AI-assisted breast-cancer screening may reduce unnecessary testing
Using AI to help doctors read mammograms reduces follow-up testing without missing cancer cases, simulation shows.
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April 4, 2024
Pruitt named director of academic pediatrics division
Recognized for developing, leading growth of clinical programs.
In the News, News Release
April 4, 2024
Nerve stimulation for sleep apnea is less effective for people with higher BMIs
Popular alternative to CPAP machines may not be appropriate for all.
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April 3, 2024
Immunotherapy for Alzheimer’s disease shows promise in mouse study
Antibody mobilizes immune cells to clear amyloid plaques, reducing behavioral abnormalities.
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