June 17, 2021
A study of twins led by WSU researchers found that stress, anxiety, and depression during the first few weeks of the pandemic were associated with less and lower quality sleep.
Health & Medicine
June 16, 2021
With support from the Palouse Club, research into development of better, 3‑D printed heart models at WSU could improve how well surgeons can practice before heading into the operating room.
June 16, 2021
A successful surgery to remove squamous cell carcinoma, a common tumor that can develop in dogs’ noses, saved Josie, a beloved 12‑year‑old Lab.
June 9, 2021
Solving the molecular and cellular mysteries of hibernation also could help advance current research into obesity, heart disease, stroke, and cancer.
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June 2, 2021
A new study led by WSU researchers has identified a protein that could be the key to improving treatment outcomes after a heart attack.
June 2, 2021
WSU’s early efforts on cannabis research have now grown into a full, multi-disciplinary research center with nearly 100 scientists working on a diverse range of cannabis-related projects.
June 1, 2021
A study of the Tsimane people, who live on the edge of the Amazon, found they had two health outcomes associated with inequality: higher blood pressure and respiratory disease.
May 26, 2021
With financial support from the Palouse Club, researchers are using technology to quickly identify medicines that can cause hearing loss.
May 25, 2021
The first day at WSU’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital prepares fourth‑year veterinary students for clinical rotations by throwing them into simulated scenarios with stuffed patients and seasoned actors as clients.
May 24, 2021
A new study by WSU scientists shows that the number of screening mammograms completed in a large group of women living in Washington State plummeted by nearly half.
May 21, 2021
Since the blood donor program began, the WSU veterinary hospital’s blood bank has made it possible to perform thousands of transfusions and save the lives of countless dogs and cats.
May 20, 2021
“I call myself the wandering cardiologist,” said Dr. Ryan Baumwart, who joined Washington State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine in May 2020.
May 19, 2021
With more prescription drugs being approved for dogs and cats, WSU research supported by the Palouse Club is helping identify when treatment might trigger adverse reactions.
May 19, 2021
Two nonprofits that provide free medical and social services to community members in the regional Tri‑Cities now have iPads to help expand access to translation and interpreting services.
May 19, 2021
A WSU study found that employer COVID‑19 safety measures influenced worker precautions even when they were not on the clock.
May 17, 2021
The University is partnering with Rite Aid once again to host public COVID‑19 vaccination clinics on campus, May 19 and June 9.
May 17, 2021
With the help of WSU veterinarians, Zephyr, a 10‑year‑old Labrador mix, is recovering from a disease that was causing her body’s immune system to destroy its own red blood cells.
May 14, 2021
This year, 47 students seeking a pharmacy residency matched, up from 41 last year. Residencies are highly sought-after positions to help pharmacists gain experience and hone their skills.
May 13, 2021
The high‑tech facility serves growing local and global demand for diagnostics and disease surveillance to protect animal health and public health.
May 12, 2021
WSU research found that programs exclusively focused on petting therapy dogs improved stressed-out college students’ thinking and planning skills more effectively than traditional stress-management programs.