‘Peanut Patch’ May Help Desensitize Allergic Toddlers

A newly developed patch delivering epicutaneous immunotherapy is a safe and effective way to desensitize toddlers allergic to peanuts, according to findings published in The New England Journal of Medicine.

Study Identifies Novel Regulators of Hippocampal Overactivity

Reduced expression of specific calcium channels impaired electrical signaling between neurons and contributed to the onset of behaviors associated with neurodevelopmental disorders and seizure susceptibility in mouse models, according to a Northwestern Medicine study.

Lecture Highlights Importance of Physical Exam Skills

The Feinberg Academy of Medical Educators recently hosted Brian Garibaldi, MD, associate professor of Medicine at Johns Hopkins University, who visited Northwestern to lead a workshop and lecture on the importance of the physical exam as part of the TIME (Today’s Innovations in Medical Education) lecture series.

ISGMH Hosts State of Sexual and Gender Minority Health Symposium in DC

Northwestern’s Institute for Sexual and Gender Minority Health and Wellbeing convened scientists, policymakers, community organizations and LGBTQ+ community members to discuss the inclusion and advancement of LGBTQ+ individuals in STEM fields for its annual State of Sexual and Gender Minority Health Symposium.

Expertise and Teamwork at Delnor Hospital Save a Life After a Rare Trauma

Many teams came together to deliver care following a severe industrial accident.

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