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Congrats to Graham Colditz, MD, DrPH., chief of PHS, on receiving the Brinker Award for Scientific Distinction in Population Science at the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium. This award, in its inaugural year, is presented to a researcher who has made pivotal advancements in implementing science, cancer care delivery, health services research, epidemiology and/or developed […]
AI method spots subtle changes over time, enhances accuracy of determining 5-year risk. Read more
Making time to go for a walk has amazing benefits — providing a boost to energy and mood, and even helping with better sleep. Learn more
Cranberries are a holiday mainstay — but there are loads of reasons for them to remain in your regular diet rotation throughout the year, from yogurt parfaits at breakfast to cranberry-glazed grilled chicken at dinner. Learn more
Rain dampened the bike ride at Pedal the Cause this year, but it didn’t subdue enthusiasm to fund lifesaving cures. The nonprofit raised $5.2 million in 2024 – funds that will go to innovative research at Siteman Cancer Center and its pediatric program, Siteman Kids at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. Read more
The growing emphasis on demographic data collection among publishers and journals underlines the crucial need for responsible data management in scholarly publishing. As a follow-up to CSE’s webinar by Dr Beryne Odeny and Julia Robinson, this synopsis provides insights into dilemmas of, and considerations for, collecting and using demographic information in scholarly publishing. We focus […]
Swapping a traditional cheeseburger for a turkey burger is the healthier way to go — plus it can still satisfy that craving. Learn more
Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, many women will begin to see important new information about their breast health on their mammogram reports. Learn more
Dr. Graham Colditz recently offered this advice for cutting back on added sugars: “labels often show the amount of sugar in just one serving. We might normally eat more than one serving, increasing our intake of added sugar even more.” Learn more
Dr. Graham Colditz leads PECaD, a program determined to reduce cancer rates in underserved communities. With Siteman’s new building, PECaD’s life-saving outreach efforts will expand, improving care across St. Louis. Learn more
Garlic, onions, leeks, shallots: If you’re looking to infuse a dish with some piquancy, all of these vegetables will do the trick — and all of them are alliums. “Alliums are fundamental in adding depth, complexity and flavor to a vast array of dishes. They are often the foundational ingredient in many cuisines around the […]
Patient engagement is a key to cancer research. New commentary in the Journal of Clinical Oncology: PECGS Network members explore barriers to participants’ full involvement & propose solutions to overcome them. Learn more
September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month! Take a few minutes to assess your disease risk: https://siteman.wustl.edu/prevention/ydr/
Danielle Schulte a Grant Specialist for the Division of Public Health Science has received the Wellness Champion Fund Award for her project titled Boosting Wellness One Day at a Time. The Wellness Champion Fund awards startup funds for projects that promote innovative, personalized solutions for unique work groups. The HR Well-being team is focused on enabling healthy minds and bodies using […]
The average American eats between one and three snacks every day, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Here’s how to make the most out of your snacking in a healthy way.
Did you know… #YourDiseaseRisk is a helpful tool to assess your risk and help prevent diseases such as lung cancer. Learn more
Classic iced tea is a great refresher for these hot summer months, but there are benefits to others teas as well.
In an article recently made available online ahead of print in ACS Journal Cancer, Feng Gao, MD, PhD, MPH, MS, and WashU Oncology and Duke Cancer colleagues address the changing landscape of small cell lung cancer.
Su-Hsin Chang, PhD, collaborated with WashU Cardiothoracic Surgery researchers and trainees to examine the relationship between lobe-specific lymph node sampling and long-term outcomes for non-small cell lung cancer cancer recurrence
A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis Yin Cao, ScD, MPH, and a team of international colleagues conducted a systematic review and meta-analysis of red flag signs and symptoms for patients with early-onset colorectal cancer.
Yin Cao, ScD, MPH, joined oncologists and hematologists from Siteman Cancer Center to determine if plasma proteomic signature might predict myeloid neoplasm risk. Read more
Piling your plate with cheerful citrus fruits will bring a load of color and a heap of nutrition to even the grayest winter day. Plus, if adopting healthier habits is on your to-do list for 2024, adding more citrus is one of the easiest, most affordable ways to accomplish your goal. “A new year means […]
Oats and oatmeal have enjoyed a resurgence in recent years, as overnight oats and granola bowls turned trendy seemingly out of nowhere. But Yin Cao, ScD, MPH, associate professor of surgery at Washington University School of Medicine, points out that humans have been incorporating oats into their diets since the Paleolithic era. “Packed with complex […]
In new research led by scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, researchers have delved into the workings of the epigenome across 11 cancer types and revealed important roles for this regulatory system of the genome in the way cancer forms, grows and spreads.
Beryne Odeny, MD, MPH, PhD, is a physician-implementation scientist and a passionate health equity advocate in global health. She recently joined the Division of Public Health Sciences as an assistant professor of surgery this July. Odeny earned her medical degree from the University of Nairobi in Kenya, and both her MPH and PhD in Implementation Science from […]
Many middle-aged and older women get mammograms every one to two years to screen for breast cancer, as recommended by their doctors. A study by researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis indicates that previous mammograms hold underutilized data that could help identify women at high risk of breast cancer and even reveal which breast is likely to be affected.
Researchers at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have identified four important signs and symptoms that signal an elevated risk of early-onset colorectal cancer. These red flags may be key to earlier detection and diagnosis of early-onset colorectal cancer among younger adults. The number of young adults with colorectal cancer has nearly doubled in recent years.
The Center for Collaborative Care Decisions (CCCD) is home to a team of researchers and community collaborators with an admirable mission: to improve the quality of health decisions and advance health equity. Led by members of the Division of Public Health Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, the Center engages patients and the public using clear communication, quality evidence and patient-centered goals of care.
Adetunji T. Toriola, MD, PhD, a professor of surgery in the Division of Public Health Sciences at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, has been named a William H. Danforth Washington University Physician Scholar. He is the second physician-researcher named as part of the School of Medicine’s new Physician-Scientist Investigators Initiative, which supports pioneering physician-scientists whose work already has transformed their fields.