Read article – An obituary for virologist Samuel L. Katz ’48, MED ’50, who was part of the research team that developed the measles vaccine. (Similar coverage in The Washington Post.)
Articles by: Geisel Communications
McDonald & Carter: Let’s Not Fall for the Article 22 Misinformation Trap – VTDigger
Read article – Judy E. Stern, a professor emeritus of obstetrics and gynecology, is quoted in a commentary about misinformation from opponents of Vermont’s Article 22—the Reproductive Liberty Amendment. “The term ‘late-term abortion’ was designed to sound ominous, to sound serious, and to confuse people into voting against their own best interests. Let me say it again: There is no such thing as elective late-term abortion,” Stern said.
2022 Native American Heritage Month Celebration
Everyone is welcome to join the Association of Native American Medical Students, DICE Office, and the Office of Alumni Engagement for all of our Events.
Researchers Find a Scientific Reason Behind Procrastination – Health Digest
Read article – Quotes Bill Hudenko, a research assistant professor in the Department of Psychological and Brain Sciences and an adjunct assistant professor of clinical psychology, in an article about procrastination. “If someone is procrastinating due to an anxiety disorder, that anxiety can lead to other negative outcomes,” Hudenko said. (Picked up by MSN.)
Colon Cancer Screening Is More Helpful Than a Recent Headline Suggests – Valley News
Read article – Douglas Robertson, a professor of medicine and of the Dartmouth Institute, writes a column clarifying his stance on colorectal cancer screenings. “When utilized, colorectal cancer screening works. Talk to your provider, choose a test, and, most importantly, follow through with it,” Robertson writes.
Facing Surgery? Here’s How to Prepare. – The New York Times
Read article – Comments by Glyn Elwyn, a professor of The Dartmouth Institute, are cited in an article about the types of questions to ask your doctor if they recommend a surgical procedure.
Director of Dartmouth Cancer Center Elected to Association of American Cancer Institutes Board
Steven D. Leach, MD, director of the Dartmouth Cancer Center, is among the newly elected board members of the Association of American Cancer Institutes.
Here’s Why Tracking of Electroconvulsive Therapy Should Be Mandatory Across the Nation – Newsweek
Read article – A study led by Bradley V. Watts, an associate professor of psychiatry, is mentioned in an article about the risks of electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). Watts’ research found that ECT is no better than other mental health treatments at decreasing suicide risk.
ICYMI – It’s a Matter of Wife and Death with TikTok’s @drglaucomflecken
If you missed the live event from Saturday, you can still watch video of “It’s a Matter of Wife and Death” with Lady and Dr. Glaucomflecken (Kristin Flanary GR’11 and Will Flanary MED’13), who guided us through their lives with some laughs and lessons learned along the way.
How Pregnancy Affects Multiple Sclerosis (MS), According to Experts – MSN via Good Housekeeping
Read article – Continued coverage of comments by Andrew D. Smith III, an assistant professor of neurology, in an article about how pregnancy affects multiple sclerosis. “Most women do not have any significant issues with childbirth,” Smith said. “However, women who have more significant neurological disability may have higher risk with childbirth.”