In the May 14 edition of the New England Journal of Medicine, a nasal spray flu vaccine effectively prevents the flu in children. In addition, to the surprise of scientists involved in the study, the vaccine has also proven highly effective at preventing ear infections.
New book by Saint Louis University researcher finds different reasons for different races, but all women are reluctant to take time for themselves.
Research examines why African-American infants are at greater risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
Bioterrorism is one of the greatest threats to U.S. national security. Dr. Greg Evans, director of the Center for the Study of Bioterrorism and Emerging Infections at Saint Louis University School of Public Health, is available to discuss this threat.
Much of the attention about future terrorist attacks on the United States has centered around worries about bioterrorism. But Griffin Trotter, M.D., Ph.D., is concerned we're not doing enough to prepare for a chemical attack.
How do we put the "home" in nursing home? Research by a Saint Louis University geriatrician answers the question.
ABC's new reality television program, "Are You Hot? The Search for America's Sexiest People," could spell trouble for sensitive teens or those who have eating disorders, says an associate professor of community and family medicine at Saint Louis University.
People who live in unsafe neighborhoods that lack outdoor recreation facilities are more likely to be overweight, according to new research by Saint Louis University School of Public Health and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services.
Don't be too quick to blame your diet, new research suggests.
It's a question that parents are going to have to deal with: "Are people going to die in the war, mommy?" A Saint Louis University pediatrician helps parents address this difficult issue.
With war possibly only days or hours away, Saint Louis University experts are available to discuss many issues related to the conflict with Iraq. The following experts have extensive experience working with the media.
Blood cells from human umbilical cords could help restore the function of nerve cells after a stroke, new animal research from Saint Louis University indicates.
Researchers at Saint Louis University have developed a new biofuel cell - a battery that runs off of alcohol and enzymes - that could replace the rechargeable batteries found in everything from laptops to Palm Pilots.
Research published today by a Saint Louis University scientist could lead to a better understanding of how cells develop and could ultimately give insight as to why some cells become cancerous.
Saint Louis University program prepares Air Force personnel for possible military conflict.
A new CD-ROM to fight obesity, produced by the Saint Louis University Obesity Prevention Center and Parent as Teachers, is available for parent educators to teach parents how to set a good example for their young children by eating right.
College is almost out and students will be returning to the family nest. A Saint Louis University psychologist who has 10 children talks about ways to avoid ruffling any feathers.
The unusual study, published in this month"šs Journal of Gerontology: Social Sciences, offers the first quantitative research comparing people"šs attitudes before and after Sept. 11, 2001.
Are you concerned that you couldn't remember the name of the familiar-looking woman who said hello to you in the restaurant last night? You probably don't have much to worry about, says an internationally recognized Alzheimer's disease researcher at Saint Louis University School of Medicine.
Results of the first major nationwide study of lung volume reduction surgery show that the procedure improves function and quality of life for carefully selected emphysema patients, a Saint Louis University surgeon announced today.
A SLUCare dermatologist sees more cases of actinic kerotoses on the left side of the face and forehead than on the right side. Why? The answer could be the time you spend in your car during your daily commute.
Unique program allows teenagers, middle schoolers to learn about anatomy using real specimens.
Saint Louis University, associate professor of community and family medicine, and psychologist shares strategies that worked . . . for at least seven of his kids.
The goal is to develop a vaccine with better protection, an improved safety profile and a simpler dosing schedule.
New research from the Saint Louis University School of Public Health suggests ways to help parents set a good example for their young children to prevent them from becoming obese.
A calculated dose of growth hormone helps obese patients lose weight and have the energy to exercise, new research at Saint Louis University finds.
Saint Louis University is one of four national Centers of Excellence in Cancer Communication announced today in Washington, D.C.
Adults who were vaccinated against smallpox as children can be successfully revaccinated by using diluted doses of the vaccine and with fewer side effects, according to research.
Bottling up your anger can make you predisposed to headaches, says a new study from a Saint Louis University researcher.
This is the first HVTN trial to be conducted simultaneously in the U.S. and abroad, and it signifies a dedication to transcending borders in the fight against HIV.
A new study raises questions about the level of bioterrorism preparedness in the United States.
Many older adults become delirious when they are hospitalized. A new way of treating them, developed by Saint Louis University geriatricians, does not use physical restraints and turns to medication only as a last resort.
The largest-ever study shows sweating disorder more prevalent than thought.
The government should fund large-scale research on the safety of hormone replacement therapy for men, says an internationally recognized expert on testosterone treatment.
A national expert on anxiety disorders offers advice to help people who have agoraphobia recover.
Back to School Story Ideas from Saint Louis University: 1) Getting back into the swing of things; 2) Starting a new school; 3) Kid-pleasing lunches; 4) School phobia; 5) The battle of the school-age bulge
Marketing expert says companies want to avoid Kobe Bryant type crisis.
Involve your child in making his school lunch so he'll be less likely to trade it away, says a dietitian.
Two new investigational smallpox vaccines will be studied as part of a clinical trial starting soon. The investigational vaccines could counter bioterrorism threat.
What's the best way to manage a patient who's dying of heart failure? And just how do physicians make decisions about this ever-growing population of patients, particularly those in the end stages of the disease?
Think outside your medicine cabinet box to find solutions for annoying medical problems, says an assistant professor of pediatrics. Sometimes, Grandma's home remedies work wonders to relieve a child's aches and pains.
Nationwide problem could compromise healthcare, expert says.
Nine children from Alaska to New York to be evaluated.
Believe it or not, some doctors still believe an occasional alcoholic beverage during pregnancy is OK. Saint Louis University leads an effort to let them know it's not.
New exercise guidelines show it's easier than ever to get health benefits from exercise.
A cardiologist at Saint Louis University School of Medicine was the first to identify a new hereditary condition that increases the risk of sudden cardiac death. The risk factor - a dramatic, short interval in the heart's electrical impulses - was originally diagnosed in a Collinsville, Ill., family. Their mother will be the first of 3 family members to undergo surgery at Saint Louis University Hospital next week to lessen the risk.
Professor examines the 'problem of plenty' starting to plague our neighbors south of the border during symposium at Universidad Iberoamericana in Mexico City.
Leading Alzheimer's disease researcher can discuss potential of memantine in treating Alzheimer's disease.
Babies who sleep in adult beds can be up to 40 times more likely to suffocate, according to new research.
Alzheimer's disease may be caused by a transportation problem in the brain, and that discovery suggests a new direction for therapy, according to research.
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