News Releases Archive — Page 8 of 38
Recent and archived press releases with clinical and research news
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February 24, 2026
Grant supports study to improve detection of parathyroid glands in pediatric endocrine neck surgery
Researchers will study the validity of near-infrared autofluorescence to improve detection of parathyroid glands during endocrine neck surgery, now looking at pediatric patients. -
February 24, 2026
Study identifies medical conditions that could predict future Alzheimer’s disease
The findings could suggest ways to intervene before clinical symptoms of memory and cognitive impairment become apparent. -
February 20, 2026
Ancient teeth, enduring patterns: Mummy study supports oral-cardiovascular disease link
CT scans of 37 Egyptian mummies found strong correlations between oral disease and calcified blood vessels, offering new evidence that the link between dental and cardiovascular health spans 4,000 years of human history. -
February 18, 2026
Novel vaccine protects against C. diff disease and recurrence
New study represents a major step forward for vaccine development for C. diff, the leading cause of health care- and antibiotic-associated infection. -
February 18, 2026
Patient with melanoma receives tumor-infiltrating lymphocyte therapy
The highly personalized treatment is currently approved for patients with advanced stages of melanoma whose tumors have grown despite immunotherapies and/or targeted therapies. -
February 11, 2026
Heart preservation technique increases pool of organs available for transplant
The technique, termed REUP (rapid recovery with extended ultraoxygenated preservation), avoids traditional methods that reanimate the heart within or outside the donor’s body. -
February 3, 2026
1,000 lungs and countless more breaths: Vanderbilt Transplant Center commemorates landmark
Vanderbilt Health's fourth lung transplant patient is thought to be the world's record holder for longevity following a single lung transplant.