News

August 21, 2023

Long COVID still worrisome 2 years after infection

Virus continues to pose risk of diabetes, lung problems, blood clots, GI issues, other conditions.

News Release

August 14, 2023

WashU Medicine nephrologist has risen to prominence, uncovering society’s biggest health issues

Al-Aly has become a leading COVID-19 researcher by tapping into big data.

Outlook Magazine, Profiles

July 31, 2023

Scientists develop breath test that rapidly detects COVID-19 virus

Test results available in less than a minute.

News Release

July 10, 2023

Anti-inflammatory drugs did not speed COVID-19 recovery but prevented deaths

Study could expand treatment options for patients with severe COVID-19.

News Release

June 22, 2023

Curiel, Diamond receive innovation award

Researchers recognized for developing COVID-19 nasal vaccine .

National Leaders

June 5, 2023

Donated kidneys from deceased COVID-19 patients are safe to transplant

Study finds that such organs don't transmit virus that causes COVID-19.

News Release

June 2, 2023

Podcast: Advocating for science and truth

This episode of 'Show Me the Science' visits the School of Medicine’s 2023 Commencement ceremony, featuring an address by Dr. Anthony Fauci.

Podcast, Show Me the Science

May 2, 2023

Dean’s Impact Awards recognize faculty for extraordinary efforts during pandemic

48 faculty members across many disciplines honored.

Medical Campus & Community

April 25, 2023

COVID-19 vaccine appears more effective if received around midday

Circadian rhythm may help determine when a vaccine offers the most protection.

News Release

April 6, 2023

COVID-19 patients’ blood plasma shows who is most likely to become severely ill

Specific proteins in plasma signal who eventually may need ventilators, face poor outcomes.

News Release

April 3, 2023

Keeping COVID-19 in check likely to require periodic boosters

To be effective, boosters should target variants widely different from COVID-19 virus's original strain.

News Release

March 29, 2023

Scientists aim to develop vaccine against all deadly coronaviruses

$8 million NIH grant supports effort to avert next pandemic.

News Release

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

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

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

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