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Getting an annual mammogram is recommended for healthy women beginning at age 40, and it could be even more important for women between 40 and 50. In the following Post-Dispatch article, Barbara Monsees, professor of radiology and head of the breast imaging section at Siteman Cancer Center, notes that breast cancer can be more aggressive among patients in that age group.

A comparison of the genetic codes of a type of algae, a weed and humans has led researchers to a gene linked to a human illness. More medical articles

In the midst of the growing epidemic of obesity, a group of researchers at the School of Medicine has dived into the human gene pool to look for solutions. The group recently identified genetic variations unique to obese men and are now embarking on a wider search to find additional genes linked to obesity.

However, dietary changes did not seem to prevent mice from developing some cognitive deficits associated with age. More medical articles

Courtesy PhotoSteve Warner and his team compete in the 2004 Olympics; they finished ninth in the second finals race.As a member of a lightweight four team, the medical student competed for the U.S. rowing squad in the 2004 Olympic Games.

H. influenzae infection is a common cause of respiratory tract disease and is sometimes responsible for cases of childhood bacterial meningitis.

He said the most important health-care issues are cost-related, and the industry is pressured by a growing aging demographic and increased regulation.

The change will bring the School of Medicine holiday schedule in synchrony with the rest of the University.

He was a hematologist and medical oncologist and, beginning in 1979, a member of the board of directors of the American Cancer Society.

Aging and Alzheimer’s disease research at the School of Medicine recently received a $9.6 million boost. The five-year grant from the National Institute on Aging launches the University’s Healthy Aging and Senile Dementia program into its 21st year.