Paul Govern Archive — Page 39 of 53
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April 14, 2016
First subject enrolled in international HIV prevention study
This month an international HIV prevention trial was launched that is testing the infection-preventing prowess of a monoclonal antibody called VRCO1. -
April 6, 2016
Diabetes management and low income
Adherence to medication was the only self-care activity independently associated with glycemic control in a low-income population. -
March 31, 2016
Study looks at doctors’ response to genetic testing
A new clinical implementation study from Vanderbilt University Medical Center measures how physicians have responded to the introduction of routine genetic testing to predict patient response to the commonly prescribed antiplatelet drug clopidogrel. -
March 31, 2016
Anesthesiology adds new leaders, roles
The Department of Anesthesiology is adding to its leadership structure. Andrew Shaw, MBBS, has been named to the newly created role of executive vice chair of the department, and Mark Rice, M.D., has been named to the newly created role of associate vice-chair for clinical affairs. -
March 31, 2016
Benches, trees highlight VUMC Plaza renovation
The Medical Center campus looks different yet again as the latest phase of the plaza renovation, the space in front of Light Hall, has reopened for pedestrian traffic. -
March 31, 2016
Cancer prevention and poverty
A new epidemiological study supports smoking cessation and avoidance of sedentary lifestyle as cancer prevention measures.