Wake Forest Baptist Receives Two Federal Grants to Join National Networks Studying Neurological Disorders and Stroke
The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has awarded Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center two five-year grants, each worth approximately $1.5 million, to participate in two...
11-Sep-2018 3:05 PM EDT
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‘Mindful People’ Feel Less Pain; MRI Imaging Pinpoints Supporting Brain Activity
Ever wonder why some people seem to feel less pain than others? A study conducted at Wake Forest School of Medicine may have found one of the answers – mindfulness.
6-Sep-2018 3:50 PM EDT
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Allergists Warn that Chigger Bites May Cause Allergic Reaction to Red Meat
Chiggers, redbugs, harvest mites – whatever you call them, they are pesky little bugs whose bites cause really itchy rashes, usually around the ankles and waistline.
31-Aug-2018 10:05 AM EDT
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School of Medicine Researchers Receive $18 Million Grant to Study Connections between Heart Health and Cognition
The National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has awarded Wake Forest School of Medicine researchers a five-year grant worth more than $18 million to study the connections between heart health and brain health...
30-Aug-2018 1:05 PM EDT
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Scientists Take Big step Toward Finding Non-addictive Pain Killer
With the support of the National Institute on Drug Abuse, scientists at Wake Forest School of Medicine have been working to find a safe, non-addictive pain killer to help fight the current opioid crisis in this country.
27-Aug-2018 1:15 PM EDT
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Baby Poop May Be Source of Beneficial Probiotics
Probiotics seem to be everywhere these days – in yogurt, pickles, bread, even dog food. But there’s one place that may surprise you: There are probiotics in dirty diapers.
22-Aug-2018 1:05 PM EDT
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Space Travel Carries Risks to Immune System Health
New research from Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) scientists into the health risks of space radiation exposure shows a potential greater risk than previously thought.
14-Aug-2018 10:20 AM EDT
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Scientists Identify Genetic Marker for Gastric Cancer Prognosis
Although immunotherapy is seen as a very promising treatment for cancer, currently only 20 to 30 percent of patients respond positively. Being able to identify the people most likely to benefit from the costly therapy is a Holy Grail for oncologists.
9-Aug-2018 11:00 AM EDT
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Eating right is a vital part of the game plan for high school-age athletes
In addition to following a balanced diet, young competitors need to know when to eat what types of food to allow enough time for the digestion and absorption of the nutrients they need to perform at their best.
22-Aug-2018 1:10 PM EDT
A Little Preparation and Common Sense Go a Long Way in the Great Outdoors
Recognizing your limits, knowing where you’re going and what you might encounter there, and being aware of the environment you’re in are the best ways to avoid the bites, stings, cuts, sprains and other mishaps that can spoil outdoor activities
23-Jul-2018 3:00 PM EDT
Urologist Warns Against Pop-up Men's Clinics that Promote P-shots
6-Jul-2018 12:05 PM EDT
Skin color no small factor in diagnosis, treatment of dermatologic conditions
The majority of skin problems – including the most common, acne – occur in people of every ethnicity and skin color. However, the amount of melanin, which is the pigment that gives skin its color, an individual has can greatly influence their...
15-Jun-2018 3:00 PM EDT
Standardized Patients Play Active Role in Medical Education
Sessions with patient actors give medical students and other prospective providers the opportunity to develop both clinical skills and “bedside manner” before they begin to practice medicine for real.
16-May-2018 8:00 AM EDT
Penile Transplant Experts from Wake Forest
24-Apr-2018 2:05 PM EDT
Technology, Expertise and Collaboration Are Key in Quality Cardiovascular Care
People with heart and vascular conditions have benefited from technologies and treatments introduced in recent years. But traditional qualities such as expertise and teamwork are essential in making the most effective use of new products and...
22-Mar-2018 8:00 AM EDT
For Older Adults, Four-Pronged Approach Can Contribute to Healthy Aging
Jo Cleveland, M.D., professor of gerontology and geriatric medicine at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, knows from experience that making lifestyle changes can be difficult for older adults. But she says there are four areas in which seniors can...
13-Feb-2018 8:00 AM EST
