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Dawned Darbar; experts guide

September 4, 2024

Breaking the link between obesity and atrial fibrillation with a new cellular target 

Blocking oxidative stress enzyme prevents, even reverses, heart condition in lab models

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August 26, 2024

COVID virus evolves more rapidly in the central nervous system than in the lungs, study finds 

Viral evolution in the brain could produce variants of concern, neurological symptoms

July 29, 2024

Potential new drug target found for atrial fibrillation

Genetic model suggests novel single treatment for both heart condition and stroke

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July 23, 2024

Dual-action antibiotic could make bacterial resistance nearly impossible 

A new drug that disrupts two cellular targets would make it much harder for bacteria to evolve resistance

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July 22, 2024

New maternal health research center addresses national crisis in pregnancy outcomes 

An $11 million, six-year grant will fund research, workforce training and community partnerships

July 16, 2024

Apps and AI could help personalize depression diagnosis and treatment 

Over $10 million in NIH grants will fund studies using digital tools to improve mental health

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July 11, 2024

UIC College of Pharmacy named

The UIC College of Pharmacy will become the Herbert M. […]

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July 8, 2024

Medical student to work with Chicago Bears doctors in NFL diversity initiative

Aisha Suhaiba will participate in the players’ care under the supervision of team physicians

June 24, 2024

Enlisting dads to help improve Black girls’ reproductive health 

These types of programs are usually for moms and girls, and dads are often overlooked as a resource

Krista Varady

June 24, 2024

Myths about intermittent fasting, debunked 

Research shows that the increasingly popular weight-loss strategy is safe

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