Patient Care
Children’s Hospital earns national distinction for safe, quality care
Recognized for the fourth year, hospital receives 2021 Leapfrog Top Hospital Award
Health & Wellness
Pharmacist warns against the use of ivermectin as COVID-19 treatment
Ivermectin unsafe, not approved to prevent or treat COVID
Academics
Travis Losey appointed chair of the Department of Neurology
LLU alum currently serves as an associate professor of neurology and previously served as vice-chair for the Department of Neurology.
Health & Wellness
COVID and the holidays: gathering together safely
Infectious disease specialist offers tips on how to enjoy the holidays safely with family
Academics
School of Pharmacy dean appointed to CDC’s Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices
Michael Hogue among group that provides vaccine recommendations for U.S. children and adults
Research
Consuming walnuts can lower cholesterol, reduce risk for heart disease
Recent study looks at elderly population over two years
Health & Wellness
Peds infectious disease specialist expects rise of RSV cases throughout fall and holiday season
After uncommon summer cases, expert advises parents to be aware as fewer COVID-19 safety precautions raise risk of RSV transmission
Community
Hospitals earn spot on Maternity Care Honor Roll
Hospitals aimed at reducing births via C-section in first-time mothers with low-risk pregnancies
Academics
School of Pharmacy receives grant to send mobile vaccine teams to vulnerable communities
NACDS Foundation Scholarship Program funds educational programs advancing patient care, public health
Academics
Dr. Francis Chan appointed chair of Department of Pediatrics
Chan will assume the role of chair this month, replacing Dr. Richard Chinnock