Pennsylvania is the Lyme disease epicenter, with over 7,000 cases diagnosed in 2015. The disease is caused by the spirochete bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi, which is carried by ticks and then transmitted to humans. When treated […]
Tag: Drexel College of Medicine
Media Watch: Drexel Dermatologist on Nail Salon Dangers
If you’ve ever wondered whether your monthly gel manicure could lead to skin cancer, a Drexel University dermatologist has good news. “If your skin isn’t changing color or turning red, the amount [of UV-A light] […]
Reprogramming Veterans’ Blood Cells to Study Gulf War Illness
More than two decades after the 1991 war in the Persian Gulf, over a quarter of the 700,000 veterans who served are still suffering from chronic fatigue, memory loss, joint pain, insomnia and stomach problems. […]
Drexel College of Medicine Physicians Among Philadelphia Magazine’s “Top Docs”
The May 2017 issue of Philadelphia magazine features its annual list of Top Docs™, and 49 Drexel University College of Medicine physicians have been named among the region’s best. Here is the complete list of Drexel […]
How Drexel Scientists are Communicating Their Research
Being able to effectively communicate scientific ideas and results — without muddled jargon getting in the way — is essential for sound public decision-making. Most academic research is funded with taxpayer dollars, after all. And […]
Healing Hurt People Receives National Award for Innovation in Aiding Crime Victims
Drexel’s Healing Hurt People received a national award from the Office of Crime Victims Friday for its work toward making victims of violent crime less likely to be injured again. Ted Corbin, MD, associate professor […]
Snapshot: Researchers Showcase Wound Healing Patch on Capitol Hill
For millions of Americans suffering from chronic wounds, a wearable patch — powered by inaudible sound waves — could offer a life-changing solution. That’s the story Drexel University researchers told legislators, scientists and industry partners […]
Q+A: Why Are More Young People Getting Colon Cancer?
A new study from the American Cancer Society points out a mysterious trend: Colorectal cancer rates are declining rapidly overall in the United States, but increasing among young adults. In fact, compared with Americans born […]
Media Watch: The Dangers of Shoveling Snow
The first big winter storm of the year has arrived in Philadelphia, meaning it’s time to grab your shovel. Unfortunately, scooping up snow can be more than a nuisance — it often has tragic consequences. […]
Q+A: Changes Are Coming to Youth Football. Will They Make the Game Any Safer?
A future without Super Bowls sounds unimaginable, but amid growing concerns about football’s connection to head injuries, the sport’s pool of young players seems to be shrinking. Citing declining participation and public perception that the […]