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UK researchers study acute respiratory failure recovery with $2.2M grant

Funded by the National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal and Skin Diseases, the goal of this clinical observational study is to determine cellular processes of the underlying failure to recover muscle and physical function in survivors of critical illness after an ICU stay.

Q&A: Environmental health scientist Erin Haynes on potential impacts of the East Palestine disaster

In light of this recent chemical spill, Haynes answered some frequently asked questions regarding the potential health impact of this disaster.

UK Nursing Researchers Study the Delivery of Tobacco Treatment to Medicaid Recipients

Based on the study findings, the researchers suggest standardizing assessment and treatment approaches based on existing quality reporting measures, integrating telephone quit-line services, and offering cessation counseling and medication to all tobacco users as a standard of care.

Art Meets Science in UK 3D Designs of PPE

"The country is running out of personal protection equipment, which is important to prevent not just my friends from getting sick, but my wife, too. She works as a physician," Winkler said. "We must protect those who are risking their lives to protect others from this disease."

UK Researcher Creates New Breath Test to Diagnose Lung Disease

As the worldwide coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic continues to play out, researchers are among those working to find innovative solutions to help flatten the curve. Jamie Sturgill has created a new way to find biomarkers for lung disease -- by testing a person's breath.

UK Physiologist Uses Biomechanics to Understand Lung Healing

With funds from NIH, Chris Waters is studying the biomechanics of lung healing to help patients with Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS).

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