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IU School of Medicine research helps lead to FDA clearance of first blood test for Alzheimer’s disease
The blood test is for adults 55 and older who exhibit symptoms and is the first of its kind, with more than 90% effectiveness.
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Innovative breathalyzer device could improve diabetes management using IU technology
For the nearly 40 million Americans living with diabetes, an important part of managing the disease is monitoring blood sugar throughout the day and night. ...
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Gut microbiome differences in children linked to febrile malaria development
New research emphasizes the gut microbiome's significant role in febrile malaria development.
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IU Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center again receives National Cancer Institute designation
The National Cancer Institute has renewed the prestigious comprehensive cancer center designation to the IU Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center, awarding it a ...
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Big gaps seen in home medical test use by older adults
With many types of at-home medical tests now available on store shelves and websites, a new study looks at what older adults think about this ...
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IU research targets debilitating side effects for Black breast cancer patients
Researchers at the IU Melvin and Bren Simon Comprehensive Cancer Center are leading the way to improving quality of life and curative chemotherapy doses for ...
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$15.4 million grant to help eliminate health disparities in Indiana
A new $15.4 million grant will help Indiana University School of Medicine recruit and educate medical students to better care for underserved populations, in hopes ...
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Study: health equity an important aspect of improving quality of care provided to children in emergency departments
A new multi-site study led by Indiana University School of Medicine found increasing pediatric readiness in emergency departments reduces, but does not eliminate, racial and ...
