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Hope Barkoukis receives School of Medicine’s highest honor
Hope Barkoukis, chair of ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµâ€™s Department of Nutrition, knew she would be presenting about food as medicine for the School of Medicine’s State of the School on Nov. 6. What she didn’t know was that she would also be receiving the Case Medal for Excellence in Health Scienc...
Case CCC Celebrates Drs. Schwartz and Markowitz at Ohio Cancer Research Star Award Gala
The Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (Case CCC) community gathered for the Ohio Cancer Research (OCR) Star Award Gala on Nov. 13, 2024, to celebrate two of Case CCC's biggest stars—Director Gary Schwartz, MD, and long-time member Sanford "Sandy" Markowitz, MD, PhD. OCR opens doors that save lives ...
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Reconstructing ancient climate provides clues to climate change
New research from ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ also challenges timing of Andes mountains uplift As the Earth faces unprecedented climate change, a look into the planet’s deep past may provide vital insights into what may lie ahead. Knowledge of the natural world millions of years ago is fragmen...
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New discovery may lead to more effective treatment for cardiovascular disease
ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ-led study identifies molecule that simulates inflammation-reducing effects of a low-fat diet Researchers at ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ have identified a new target to treat atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque clogs arteries and causes major cardiac issues, including ...
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Celebrating Nurse Practitioner Week 2024
November 10-16 marks National Nurse Practitioner (NP) Week, a time to recognize the role nurse practitioners play in advancing healthcare. Established in 1994 by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), this special week was created to honor the expertise, dedication and contributions...
Three from School of Nursing earn Innovator of the Year awards
Innovation Week brings together students, faculty, alumni and industry leaders to share ideas, showcase projects, and celebrate the entrepreneurial spirit of the ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ community. During Innovation Week, which took place Oct. 28-Nov. 1, attendees could tour CWRU’s facilities that supp...
Islam is Ambassador for ACS' Voices of BLACK Women Project
Bianca Islam, MD, PhD, faces no small task as an Ambassador for the American Cancer Society's (ACS) Voices of BLACK Women Project. Her job is to help encourage 100,000 Black women, aged 25-55 who've never had a cancer diagnosis, to participate in a 30-year, multi-phase, longitudinal study with no im...
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National Multiple Sclerosis Society awards $1M to ÐÓ°ÉÊÓÆµ researchers to study new approach to treat the disease
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease of the brain and spinal cord that impacts millions worldwide. With MS, the immune system mistakenly attacks the myelin sheath—a protective layer surrounding nerve cells in the nervous system. The loss of myelin, combined with ongoing inflammation, c...
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Beat the bug: Expert tips for managing cold and flu season
As cold and flu season approaches, people face the challenge of keeping themselves—and, in the case of those who are parents, their children—healthy amidst rising illness rates. With viruses becoming increasingly prevalent during this time of year, understanding how to effectively manage symptoms an...
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Q&A with CWRU Police’s Adam Gilmore on staying safe this fall
As fall sets in and daylight hours dwindle with the end of Daylight Savings on Nov. 3, staying vigilant and proactive about safety becomes even more essential. In recognition of National Crime Prevention Month, observed each October, The Daily spoke with Captain Adam Gilmore of the CWRU Police Depa...