Leigh MacMillan Archive — Page 8 of 82
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September 4, 2024
Bacterial metabolism plays role in staph antibiotic tolerance
Staph is a leading bacterial cause of death from bloodstream, bone and joint infections, in part because of high rates of antibiotic treatment failure. -
August 22, 2024
Vanderbilt Bedford Hospital earns fourth consecutive “A” safety rating from The Leapfrog Group
The national distinction recognizes VBH’s work to safeguard patients from preventable harm and errors. -
August 16, 2024
Rare diseases point to connections between metabolism and immunity
Science Immunology study suggests a new class of inborn errors of immunometabolism and could improve care for patients with these complex diseases. -
August 7, 2024
Epigenetic change to DNA associated with cancer risk in ‘multiomics’ study
The new study identifies 4,248 CpG sites associated with the risk of seven different types of cancer: breast, colorectal, renal cell, lung, ovarian, prostate and testicular germ cell cancers. -
August 5, 2024
Low potassium ‘turns on’ kidney proximal tubule: study
A kidney protein that responds to low levels of blood potassium — which can cause high blood pressure and cardiovascular problems — may be a target for new therapeutics. -
July 26, 2024
VUMC establishes Essentials in Quality Improvement Certificate