New discovery by Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine researchers provides hope in fighting drug-resistant malaria
Malaria, caused by a parasite transmitted to humans through an infected mosquito’s bite, is a leading cause of...
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New study: Peer-brokered sales central to illegal drug trade
Case Western Reserve research sheds light on hidden networks fueling narcotics trade The thought of illegal drug sales...
CWRU’s Begun Center partners with county Medical Examiner’s Office to launch pilot drug-testing program
In a new collaboration, Case Western Reserve University’s Begun Center for Violence Prevention Research and Education has partnered...
Researchers at Case Western Reserve, Mass Eye and Ear aim to prevent hearing loss by protecting inner-ear cells
Research team awarded five-year, $3.2 million grant from National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders With a...
Case Western Reserve University awarded $1.5M to study vaginal bacteria linked to serious health risks
Bacterial vaginosis (BV), the most prevalent condition affecting the female reproductive system in women aged 15 to 44,...
New discovery may lead to more effective treatment for cardiovascular disease
Case Western Reserve-led study identifies molecule that simulates inflammation-reducing effects of a low-fat diet Researchers at Case Western...
National Multiple Sclerosis Society awards $1M to Case Western Reserve University researchers to study new approach to treat the disease
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a debilitating disease of the brain and spinal cord that impacts millions worldwide. With...
Proposed scoring system may enhance equity in organ transplantation, increase transplant rates and improve patient survival
The system, devised by researchers at Case Western Reserve University and Cleveland Clinic, better accounts for biological disadvantages...
Case Western Reserve University and 15 Cuyahoga County school districts awarded $1.8M for health education
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), within its “What Works in Schools” initiative, has awarded...
Popular diabetes and weight-loss drug may reduce risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Researchers at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine have found that, when compared to seven other anti-diabetic drugs,...