Health + Wellness

Each month, the Center for Research and Scholarship at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing sends an internal research newsletter to faculty, staff, students and researchers. A recap is posted here. A Message from the Associate Dean for Research Dear Frances Payne Bolton School of…

Bacterial vaginosis (BV), the most prevalent condition affecting the female reproductive system in women aged 15 to 44, is linked to such serious health risks as preterm birth, gynecological malignancies and sexually transmitted diseases. But effective long-term treatments for BV are limited:…

Sonya Moore, DNP, RN, CRNA, FAAN, FAANA, assistant professor and nurse anesthesiology program director at the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing, has been named one of the Notable Leaders in Healthcare for 2024 by Crain’s Cleveland Business. According to Crain’s, the honorees…

This week is Global Entrepreneurship Week #GEW2024, and to celebrate we're highlighting entrepreneurial success stories from the Veale Institute for Entrepreneurship. In the latest issue of THINK Magazine, the Institute was featured to highlight its 5th anniversary. The article showcases…

Lamyae El Khalki’s research career has spanned several continents. El Khalki grew up in a small mountainous town in Morocco, nestled between the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts. She remained in her home country for her PhD, earning her degree in molecular biology from the University of Sultan…

Hope Barkoukis, chair of Case Western Reserve University’s Department of Nutrition, knew she would be presenting about food as medicine for the School of Medicine’s State of the School on Nov. 6. What she didn’t know was that she would also be receiving the Case Medal for Excellence in Health…

The Case Comprehensive Cancer Center (Case CCC) community gathered for the Ohio Cancer Research (OCR) Star Award Gala on Nov. 13, 2024, to celebrate two of Case CCC's biggest stars—Director Gary Schwartz, MD, and long-time member Sanford "Sandy" Markowitz, MD, PhD.  OCR opens doors that save lives…

New research from Case Western Reserve University also challenges timing of Andes mountains uplift As the Earth faces unprecedented climate change, a look into the planet’s deep past may provide vital insights into what may lie ahead. Knowledge of the natural world millions of years ago is…

Case Western Reserve-led study identifies molecule that simulates inflammation-reducing effects of a low-fat diet Researchers at Case Western Reserve University have identified a new target to treat atherosclerosis, a condition where plaque clogs arteries and causes major cardiac issues,…

November 10-16 marks National Nurse Practitioner (NP) Week, a time to recognize the role nurse practitioners play in advancing healthcare. Established in 1994 by the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), this special week was created to honor the expertise, dedication and…