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Research examines why African-American infants are at greater risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.

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How do we put the "home" in nursing home? Research by a Saint Louis University geriatrician answers the question.

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People who live in unsafe neighborhoods that lack outdoor recreation facilities are more likely to be overweight, according to new research by Saint Louis University School of Public Health and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.

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Don't be too quick to blame your diet, new research suggests.

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Blood cells from human umbilical cords could help restore the function of nerve cells after a stroke, new animal research from Saint Louis University indicates.

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Research published today by a Saint Louis University scientist could lead to a better understanding of how cells develop and could ultimately give insight as to why some cells become cancerous.

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The unusual study, published in this month"šs Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences, offers the first quantitative research comparing people"šs attitudes before and after Sept. 11, 2001.

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Results of the first major nationwide study of lung volume reduction surgery show that the procedure improves function and quality of life for carefully selected emphysema patients, a Saint Louis University surgeon announced today.

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New research from the Saint Louis University School of Public Health suggests ways to help parents set a good example for their young children to prevent them from becoming obese.

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A calculated dose of growth hormone helps obese patients lose weight and have the energy to exercise, new research at Saint Louis University finds.