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Stem cells derived from fat tissue offer potential regenerative therapies for multiple diseases
February 23, 2016
Stem cells and other regenerative cells that have been isolated from a patient’s own fat tissue are being tested in the treatment of peripheral arterial disease, heart disease, arthritis, diabetes, neurological disorders, erectile dysfunction and
UofL School of Nursing awarded grant for PhD nursing students
February 17, 2016
The University of Louisville School of Nursing has for the first time received a grant of $20,000 from the Jonas Center for Nursing and Veterans Healthcare.
Oral bacteria linked to risk of stroke
February 16, 2016
In a study of patients entering the hospital for acute stroke, researchers have increased their understanding of an association between certain types of stroke and the presence of the oral bacteria (cnm-positive Streptococcus mutans).