More than 180 uniformed medical students and graduate students of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences Hebert School of Medicine “Ameri
By carlyo on November 4, 2014.
The ‘Nifty Fifty (times 4)’, a program of Science Spark, presented by InfoComm International, are a group of 200 noted science and engineering professionals who will fan out across the Washington, D.C. area in the 2014-2015 school year to speak about their work and careers at various middle and high schools.
Meet Nifty Fifty Speaker Karen Elkins
Vaccines against diseases such as measles, polio, and whooping cough have greatly reduced deaths and suffering. These vaccines are designed to mimic the microbes that cause the disease. When given a vaccine, the body s immune system is inspired to ramp up and fight back against that microbe. As a result, immune defenders are ready and waiting when the real thing later starts an infection.
8 The Department of Defense (DoD) has celebrated the Month of the Military Child every April since 1986 to highlight the resilience and resourcefulness of military kids in the face of significant stressors.
In the spirit of the month, the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) hosted a virtual “Military Child Health Research Symposium” April 26 to bring together key DoD leaders, experts in pediatrics and child mental health and wellness, and representatives from military child advocacy organizations.
“As a pediatrician and someone who takes part in and leads military research programs, I think it s really important to hear the voice of the people that we are intended to serve,” said Army Col. (Dr.) Patrick Hickey, USU’s Department of Pediatrics Chair and moderator for the event. “I really appreciate everyone coming together today to share their perspectives as people passionate about the welfare of military children, and to inform u
Honoring the Heroes of Military Medicine
HJF highlighting those involved in the fight against COVID-19.
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BETHESDA, Md., May 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ The novel coronavirus, Sars-COV-2, swept across the globe in early 2020. Military, industry, private and public institutions, and individuals, all responded to the resulting COVID-19 pandemic. From donations of personal protective equipment to round-the-clock research support, the unprecedented impact on global life was met with an equally robust response. The Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine, Inc. (HJF) honors individuals and organizations involved in this response at its annual Heroes of Military Medicine awards ceremony. With the support of the Chairman Sponsor, Health Net Federal Services, HJF recognizes individuals and organizations who have made outstanding contributions in advancing medicine for our nation s warfighters, veterans and civi
The Clinic for Dermatology and Wellness in Medford, OR, is Expanding with a Second Location: The Annex at The Clinic!
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The Clinic for Dermatology and Wellness in Medford, OR, is excited to announce the opening of their second location: The Annex at The Clinic, conveniently located directly across the street from The Clinic’s main location!
The Clinic for Dermatology and Wellness in Medford, OR, is excited to announce the opening of their second location: The Annex!
We strive to deliver optimal care and services to every patient, which is why The Annex is such a thrilling addition to our practice.