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Released: 21-May-2013 1:45 PM EDT
Grant Expands Research Opportunities for SLU Undergrads
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A grant to Saint Louis University from the DeNardo Education and Research Foundation will help foster a climate of research and open new opportunities for undergraduates.

Released: 9-May-2013 2:00 PM EDT
SLU SNMA Chapter Serves the Underserved, Wins National Leadership in Institutional Diversity Award
Saint Louis University Medical Center

SLU's chapter of the Student National Medical Association is striving to reduce health disparities locally.

Released: 29-Apr-2013 6:00 AM EDT
Medicaid-Insured Children Have Limited Access to Dermatologists
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Only 19 percent of dermatologists in 13 metropolitan areas across the United States accept Medicaid-insured children.

Released: 25-Apr-2013 12:30 PM EDT
Two Major Academic Journals of Athletic Training Move to Saint Louis University
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The Journal of Athletic Training and the Athletic Training Education Journal, two scholarly, peer-reviewed publications of the National Athletic Trainers’ Association (NATA) will make their home at Saint Louis University.

Released: 16-Apr-2013 3:20 PM EDT
Pediatrician’s Perspective: Talking to Kids about Terrorism
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A Saint Louis University associate professor of pediatrics offers parents advice on how to answer difficult questions about the Boston Marathon bombing.

Released: 3-Apr-2013 7:00 PM EDT
Can Repurposed Cancer Drugs Counter Bioterror Threats?
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Building upon 30 years of research, Mark Buller, Ph.D., professor of molecular microbiology and immunology at Saint Louis University, studies protecting U.S. armed forces against pox viruses.

Released: 2-Apr-2013 11:00 AM EDT
Peddling Produce: SLU Student Cooks Up Business Idea
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Mobile farmer’s market would bring healthy food to neighborhoods, teach nutrition classes.

Released: 22-Mar-2013 4:00 PM EDT
SLU Scientist Studies Bitter Melon Extract to Treat Cancer
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A Saint Louis University researcher is studying whether the extract from a bumpy vegetable commonly eaten in Asia can fight head and neck cancer.

Released: 22-Mar-2013 9:35 AM EDT
The Best Defense Against Colorectal Cancer: Colonoscopy and Healthy Habits
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Saint Louis University gastroenterologist Jason Taylor, M.D., shares important information to prevent colon cancer.

Released: 20-Mar-2013 1:50 PM EDT
Add Some Billiken Blue Foods to Your Diet
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Blue foods are nearly as distinctive as the Saint Louis University Billikens. A SLU nutrition and dietetics instructor says March Madness is the perfect time to enjoy hearty servings of both.

Released: 18-Mar-2013 1:00 PM EDT
SLU Physicians for Human Rights Chapter Tackles Local Issues, Wins National Award
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The chapter educates medical students about common human rights issues in order to become better physicians.

Released: 8-Mar-2013 6:00 AM EST
Bring Back Spring Cleaning This Season, Says SLU Germ Expert
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Donna Duberg has a few simple tips for spring cleaning that will make your bathroom germ-free.

Released: 26-Feb-2013 1:00 PM EST
New Design Could Reduce Complications in Hip Replacement
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Second year medical student at SLU presents his research that combines two recent advances in design to improve new hip implants.

Released: 21-Feb-2013 10:00 AM EST
Businesses Not Prepared For Pandemics and Other Disasters, SLU Study Finds
Saint Louis University Medical Center

In light of the recent influenza outbreak, a SLU study finds that majority of businesses are not prepared for a pandemic

14-Feb-2013 5:00 PM EST
Doctors Fail to Communicate Impact of Heart Devices with Patients
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Patients need information to make wise decisions about implanting ICDs, researchers say.

Released: 18-Feb-2013 12:00 PM EST
SLU Cancer Center Researches Music’s Role in Reducing Stress
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Saint Louis University Cancer Center studies the connection between music and healing.

Released: 30-Jan-2013 11:00 AM EST
Say No to Double-Dipping this Super Bowl Sunday, SLU Germ Expert Shares Advise
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Avoid germs by carefully choosing your menu and prevent guests from double-dipping their chip or veggie back into the common bowl of dip.

Released: 22-Jan-2013 12:10 PM EST
Vitamin D Holds Promise in Battling a Deadly Breast Cancer
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The fight against triple-negative breast cancer takes three steps forward.

Released: 14-Jan-2013 11:45 AM EST
Are Some Patients Too Heavy for a New Kidney?
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Saint Louis University researchers examine outcomes for obese kidney transplant recipients.

Released: 17-Dec-2012 1:30 PM EST
Taking Care of Mom, Too
Saint Louis University Medical Center

New SLU program brings postpartum depression treatment to the pediatrician’s office.

Released: 13-Dec-2012 6:00 AM EST
SLU Researchers Win NIH Grant to Study Lupus
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Two SLU researchers have been awarded a $1.8 million NIH grant to study lupus and develop possible new medications for its treatment.

Released: 10-Dec-2012 11:20 AM EST
Combating Dry Skin? SLU Dermatologist Offers Basic Tips for Hydration
Saint Louis University Medical Center

SLU dermatologist suggests easy ways to hydrate your skin and prevent it from getting dry during winter.

Released: 28-Nov-2012 5:00 AM EST
SLU's TB Vaccine Research Could Accelerate Life-Saving Discoveries
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Saint Louis University's Center for Vaccine Development is conducting a clinical trial that could help identify the most promising tuberculosis vaccines for future study.

Released: 19-Nov-2012 3:55 PM EST
Saint Louis University Appoints New CEO of Its Physicians' Group
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Gary Van House brings more than 30 years of experience to SLUCare, Saint Louis University's 500-plus physician group practice.

Released: 13-Nov-2012 6:00 PM EST
Thanksgiving Buffet: Enjoy the Rainbow of Nutritious Goodies, SLU Dietitian Says
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Families across the nation will be enjoying foods on Thanksgiving that pack a strong nutritional wallop.

Released: 12-Nov-2012 6:00 AM EST
Mobile Apps Make Reading Fun for Children with Dyslexia, SLU Occupational Therapist Says
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Mobile apps and daily visual activities encourage children with dyslexia to participate in reading exercises.

Released: 5-Nov-2012 6:00 AM EST
More Than a Quarter of St. Louis EMTs Don’t Get Flu Vaccines, Saint Louis University Study Finds
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A SLU study reveals that more than 25 percent of St. Louis area EMTs do not get vaccinated against the flu.

Released: 26-Oct-2012 8:00 AM EDT
Paint Me Not: Face Paints on Halloween Could Trigger Allergic Skin Reactions, SLU Doc Warns
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The effects of using face paints for Halloween can be scary, says Sofia Chaudhry, M.D., assistant professor of dermatology at Saint Louis University.

Released: 22-Oct-2012 11:30 AM EDT
Teen Suicide Is Preventable, SLU Medical Students Preach Through Video
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Two fourth-year SLU medical students aim to spread awareness about teen suicide and measures to prevent it through a video.

Released: 17-Oct-2012 10:55 AM EDT
Gift from Google Allows SLU, Harvard to Create Real-time Asthma Alert System
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A $93,000 gift from Google together with a $25,000 award from Saint Louis University’s President’s Research Fund will allow researchers to create an asthma alert messaging system.

Released: 15-Oct-2012 2:20 PM EDT
Halloween Candy: How Much is Too Much?
Saint Louis University Medical Center

SLU pediatrician says it’s OK for kids to indulge in candy once a year.

Released: 15-Oct-2012 9:00 AM EDT
SLU Studies Pneumonia Vaccine
Saint Louis University Medical Center

One of eight NIH-funded vaccine centers, Saint Louis University examines protecting older adults from pneumonia.

Released: 11-Oct-2012 10:35 AM EDT
Looking for Trouble: Shortcuts in Caring for Your Contacts a Bad Idea, SLU Doc Warns
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Saint Louis University ophthalmologist Sean Edelstein, M.D., cautions contact lens wearers about the serious consequences from poor contact care.

Released: 4-Oct-2012 5:00 AM EDT
SLU Professor Receives $1.4 Million Grant to Study Alpha-1 Liver Disease in Adults
Saint Louis University Medical Center

SLU Professor of Pediatrics Jeffrey Teckman, M.D., has received a $1.4 million grant from the Alpha-1 Foundation to study the Alpha-1 disease in adult patients.

Released: 26-Sep-2012 5:30 PM EDT
Saint Louis University Creates College for Public Health and Social Justice
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The combined schools of public health and social work will be unique in the U.S.

Released: 14-Sep-2012 8:00 AM EDT
Majority of US Schools Not Ready for Next Pandemic, SLU Researchers Say
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A Saint Louis University study finds many U.S. schools are not prepared for bioterrorism attacks, outbreaks of emerging infectious diseases or pandemics.

Released: 10-Sep-2012 8:00 AM EDT
Fighting Bioterrorism: SLU Professor Calls for Better Disease Tracking
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Director of SLU's Institute for Biosecurity Dr. Alan Zelicoff suggests the use of real-time disease surveillance systems to be able to recognize bioterrorism threats.

Released: 7-Sep-2012 4:40 PM EDT
New SLU Center Fights Cancer in Minorities
Saint Louis University Medical Center

Through a combined $1.25 million grant, three national organizations based in St. Louis have joined in supporting a new Saint Louis University initiative to improve screening, detection and treatment of cancer in minority groups.

Released: 11-Jul-2012 1:15 PM EDT
Saint Louis University Receives $1.1 Million Gift for Law School Building Project
Saint Louis University

St. Louis attorney and former chairman of SLU's Board of Trustees John Pruellage committed his gift shortly before his death and directed that it go toward transforming the new School of Law building in downtown St. Louis into a state-of-the-art educational facility.Law.

Released: 11-Jul-2012 11:50 AM EDT
True Blood: SLU Scientist Investigates Clotting Factors
Saint Louis University Medical Center

The National Institutes of Health is funding research a vampire would love by Saint Louis University biochemist Alireza Rezaie, Ph.D., on balancing the life-preserving and life-threatening activity of blood clotting.

Released: 9-Jul-2012 11:20 AM EDT
Turning Off Key Piece of Genetic Coding Eliminates Toxic Effect of Statins
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A new study sheds light on cholesterol and bile metabolism in the liver.

Released: 18-Jun-2012 12:50 PM EDT
Saint Louis University Designs New NIH-Funded Program to Help Institutions Address Research Wrongdoing
Saint Louis University Medical Center

A $500,000 grant to Saint Louis University’s Gnaegi Center for Health Care Ethics will fund the first ever remediation program to aid institutions when they discover researchers who have engaged in wrongdoing or unprofessional behavior.



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