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March 23, 2023
Paxlovid reduces risk of long-term health problems, death from COVID-19
Drug recommended to prevent severe complications of virus.
News Release
March 7, 2023
Long Covid patients more likely to have gastrointestinal problems, study finds
Source: New York Times
March 7, 2023
COVID-19 infections raise risk of long-term gastrointestinal problems
Addressing lingering GI issues critical part of post-infection care.
News Release
March 2, 2023
Mitreva elected to American Academy of Microbiology
Recognized for research in neglected tropical diseases, human microbiome.
National Leaders
February 16, 2023
Fauci to speak at WashU Medicine Commencement
Nation’s top infectious diseases expert for decades to address graduating medical students.
Medical Campus & Community, News Release
February 15, 2023
Do repeat COVID infections increase the risk of severe disease or Long COVID?
Source: Scientific American
February 2, 2023
Pediatric primary care on the front lines of teen mental health crisis
Depression screenings, following up on mental health concerns have become important aspects of pediatric care.
Medical Campus & Community
January 27, 2023
Kwon named chair of epidemiology society research committee
Noted for leadership in infection prevention, hospital epidemiology.
National Leaders
December 21, 2022
Podcast: Brain-related issues can linger after patients recover from COVID-19
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' discusses one of the most common problems associated with long COVID-19.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
December 15, 2022
Vaccines’ real-world effectiveness studied with $12.5 million grant from CDC
Researchers will investigate vaccine efficacy; immune response to flu, COVID-19.
News Release
December 9, 2022
WashU’s nasal COVID-19 vaccine approved for use as booster in India
Many more people now eligible for vaccine delivered via nose drops.
News Release
December 7, 2022
Some forms of childhood malnutrition, stunting may be preventable with vaccines
In mice, vaccination prevents gut damage linked to toxin from diarrhea-causing bacteria.
News Release
November 22, 2022
Podcast: Treating the whole patient all at once
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' visits the Living Well Center, a site for orthopedic issues that focuses on health care rather than sick care.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
November 18, 2022
Hospitalists play key role in orchestrating bedside care
Specialists ensure better outcomes both in and beyond the hospital.
Outlook Magazine
November 16, 2022
Lung infections caused by soil fungi are a problem nationwide
Outdated maps of disease-causing fungi may lead to delayed, missed diagnoses .
News Release
November 11, 2022
Kwon honored by epidemiology society
Recognized for excellence in infection prevention, hospital epidemiology.
National Leaders
November 10, 2022
COVID-19 widened health disparities in employment, food
Study of St. Louis County residents indicates Black women suffered most.
News Release
November 10, 2022
Repeat COVID-19 infections increase risk of organ failure, death
Researchers recommend masks, vaccines, vigilance to prevent reinfection.
News Release
October 19, 2022
Podcast: Updated boosters and progress toward a nasal vaccine
This episode of 'Show Me the Science' details the nasal vaccine developed by WashU Medicine scientists; plus, new mRNA vaccine boosters as cold weather approaches.
Podcast, Show Me the Science
October 10, 2022
How many times will you get COVID?
Source: The New Yorker
October 4, 2022
WashU COVID-19 nasal vaccine technology licensed to Ocugen
Aim is for commercialization in U.S., Europe, Japan.
Medical Campus & Community
September 22, 2022
COVID-19 infections increase risk of long-term brain problems
Strokes, seizures, memory and movement disorders among problems that develop in first year after infection.
News Release
September 7, 2022
Nasal COVID-19 vaccine approved in India based on Washington University technology
Inhaled vaccine may reduce infection, transmission.
News Release
September 2, 2022
Low testosterone may increase risk of COVID-19 hospitalization for men
Boosting testosterone in men with low levels may reduce serious illness.
News Release