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New linear accelerator offers cancer patients high-tech treatment at Emory Decatur Hospital
April 14, 2021
New Georgia COVID-19 data adds important local dimension to national tracking tool
April 14, 2021
Brown family gift to Emory bolsters human health innovation, increases representation of women in business
April 14, 2021
Addiction Alliance of Georgia launches prevention collaborative in Atlanta school
April 13, 2021
Rollins gift to establish urgent care center for Winship cancer patients
April 8, 2021
April 8 COVID-19 Community Update: Progression to “yellow” status
April 8, 2021
FSAP launches two new programs to help with stress management
April 8, 2021
Emory part of consortium developing model of care plan for future pandemics
April 6, 2021
Emory participating in Moderna COVID-19 variant vaccine study
April 1, 2021
Emory Healthcare administers 100,000 doses of COVID-19 vaccine
March 25, 2021
March 24 COVID-19 Community Update: Expanded vaccine eligibility
March 24, 2021
Heritable traits that appear in teen years raise risk for adult cannabis use
March 23, 2021
How two SARS-CoV-2 variants affect antibodies from vaccines
March 22, 2021
Emory Johns Creek Hospital earns Level II Emergency Cardiac Care Center Designation
March 18, 2021
Drug launched at Emory reduces virus that causes COVID-19 to undetectable levels
March 17, 2021
Transfer of COVID-19 antibodies from pregnant women to newborns lower than expected
March 15, 2021
Two Emory surgical centers named in Newsweek’s list of America’s Best Ambulatory Surgery Centers 2021
March 15, 2021
Study shows community exposure as greatest risk of COVID-19 infection in health care workers, not health care setting
March 11, 2021
Emory epidemiologist braves Alaskan tundra for COVID-19 testing at Iditarod
March 11, 2021
Water temperature key to schistosomiasis risk and prevention strategies
March 11, 2021
Emory Johns Creek Hospital adds new surgical robot for minimally invasive surgery
March 10, 2021
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital first in Georgia to use new robot to help diagnose and treat lung cancers earlier
March 10, 2021
March 9 COVID-19 Community Update: Changes to Georgia’s vaccine distribution plan and Emory’s response
March 9, 2021
COVID-19 antibody study: 1/8 in USA infected by October 2020
March 8, 2021
Three Emory hospitals named top U.S. and Georgia hospitals by Newsweek
March 5, 2021
Vote for Emory in STAT Madness and give COVID-19 a one-two punch!
March 1, 2021
Emory pilot study to evaluate freezing procedure for patients with Type 2 diabetes
March 1, 2021
Infant mortality consortium, pioneered by Emory-Ethiopia Partnership, receives $4.5 million grant
March 1, 2021
Emory University Hospital Midtown designated a Level I Emergency Cardiac Care Center by state
Feb. 26, 2021
Emory Healthcare, Atlanta Falcons open new clinic and sports performance and research center
Feb. 25, 2021
Feb. 24 COVID-19 Community Update: How Emory is helping lead vaccine efforts
Feb. 24, 2021
Experts use innovative robotic technology to more effectively treat head, neck and urologic cancers at Emory University Hospital Midtown
Feb. 24, 2021
Join the movement with Emory’s Move More Challenge
Feb. 23, 2021
Findings show clinical trial testing vitamins and steroid combination in sepsis patients did not improve recovery, organ failure or death
Feb. 23, 2021
Emory Healthcare teams up with Matt Ryan and the Atlanta Falcons to tackle heart disease
Feb. 22, 2021
Emory rises in rankings of federal research funding, research group says
Feb. 22, 2021
Emory Healthcare and Emory hospitals win statewide patient safety awards
Feb. 22, 2021
International study finds increased COVID-19 mortality among adults with Down syndrome
Feb. 22, 2021
Emory, Curry College researchers examine role of COVID-19 antibodies on reinfection
Feb. 19, 2021
An ounce of prevention = a pound of cure
Feb. 17, 2021
Rouphael appointed Hope Clinic executive director
Feb. 15, 2021
NIH grant funds Emory work on indoor air sensor for SARS-CoV-2
Feb. 15, 2021
Emory Department of Pediatrics leads nation in NIH research funding
Feb. 11, 2021
Emory launches new vaccination tracker as part of its online health equity dashboard
Feb. 10, 2021
Cancer and its treatment could impact survivors’ ability to work, says national report
Feb. 10, 2021
Feb. 9 COVID-19 Community Update: Vaccines and variants
Feb. 9, 2021
Healing our 'two traumas'
Feb. 9, 2021
COVID-19 missteps could be used to help strengthen science and public health, experts say
Feb. 9, 2021
SARS-CoV-2 variants: CDC, private foundations support genomic surveillance
Feb. 5, 2021
Emory expanding post-COVID clinics for 'long haulers'
Feb. 5, 2021
Emory-developed COVID-19 vaccine safe, effective in animal models
Feb. 4, 2021
Atlanta Falcons invite local health care heroes to attend Super Bowl LV
Feb. 3, 2021
COVID-19 Community Update: Feb. 3, 2021
Feb. 3, 2021
Community exposure, Black race help predict health care worker risk for positive COVID-19 antibody tests
Feb. 2, 2021
Emory, Morningside Foundation join forces on competition to solve critical global health challenges
Feb. 1, 2021
Viral sequencing can reveal how SARS-CoV-2 spreads and evolves
Jan. 28, 2021
Low-dose aspirin may improve pregnancy chances for women with one or two prior miscarriages
Jan. 28, 2021
Anonymous cell phone data can quantify behavioral changes for flu-like illnesses
Jan. 27, 2021
William McDonald named interim chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
Jan. 25, 2021
Virtual town hall highlights COVID-19 vaccine news
Jan. 25, 2021
Wellness Champions keep Emory employees engaged and connected
Jan. 25, 2021
Presidential inauguration features boy who played trumpet to inspire health care workers
Jan. 20, 2021
Emory infectious disease leaders appointed to direct Center for AIDS Research
Jan. 19, 2021
WHO, Emory experts discuss COVID-19 challenges in Facebook Live event
Jan. 14, 2021
Diabetes Prevention Program promotes strategies for healthy living
Jan. 14, 2021
San Diego Zoo gorillas contract COVID-19, raising alarms for great apes in the wild
Jan. 14, 2021
Just another common cold virus? Modeling SARS-CoV-2’s future fade
Jan. 12, 2021
Emory ranks 5th among U.S. universities for infectious diseases program
Jan. 12, 2021
Emory hospitals ring in 2021 with first New Year’s babies
Jan. 1, 2021
Emory begins Phase 3 study of Novavax COVID-19 vaccine
Dec. 29, 2020
Winship Cancer Institute of Emory University announces interim executive director
Dec. 21, 2020
Emory Healthcare administers first COVID-19 vaccinations to its frontline health care workers
Dec. 17, 2020
Emory University hosts COVID-19 vaccine town hall
Dec. 17, 2020
Emory Healthy Kitchen Collaborative recognized at Teaching Kitchen Research Conference
Dec. 17, 2020
Emory Healthcare collaborates with CoachSafely to reduce youth sports-related injuries
Dec. 16, 2020
Jonathan Lewin named a 2020 'Most Admired CEO' by Atlanta Business Chronicle
Dec. 16, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY: Jamieson to speak on pregnancy during the pandemic at upcoming webinar
Dec. 15, 2020
Baricitinib speeds COVID-19 recovery in NIAID trial
Dec. 14, 2020
COVID-19 vaccine rollout demands 'unprecedented' level of communication with U.S. public
Dec. 10, 2020
Some postmenopausal women with breast cancer may forgo chemotherapy, Emory researcher says
Dec. 9, 2020
Let FSAP help you focus on self-care during the holiday season
Dec. 9, 2020
Free COVID-19 test offered as part of Emory research study
Dec. 9, 2020
'Sleep better! Feel better!' challenge encourages employees to rejuvenate by prioritizing rest
Dec. 8, 2020
Emory, Georgia Tech share in McCamish Foundation commitment for Parkinson’s research
Dec. 7, 2020
Emory Proton Therapy Center honors patients on second anniversary
Dec. 7, 2020
Emory researchers elected to the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Dec. 2, 2020
Emory receives NIH funding for HIV Clinical Trials Unit, including four HIV/AIDS clinical research sites
Dec. 1, 2020
Emory Healthcare nurses honored by March of Dimes at 2020 Georgia Nurse of the Year event
Dec. 1, 2020
From hospital menu to holiday cookbook
Nov. 30, 2020
Engineered 'stealth bomber' virus could be new weapon against metastatic cancer
Nov. 30, 2020
Emory Healthcare joins major health systems across U.S. in #MaskUp campaign
Nov. 20, 2020
Major review of plants' role in antibacterial activity clears new paths for drug discovery
Nov. 18, 2020
Vaccine tested at Emory highly effective in preventing COVID-19, study says
Nov. 17, 2020
Science Gallery Atlanta launches video series on coping and resilience
Nov. 17, 2020
Great American Smokeout 2020: Get the support you need to quit today
Nov. 17, 2020
Robotic imaging system helps support personalized care at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital
Nov. 17, 2020
Have a nutrition question? Get answers from 'Ask the RD'
Nov. 16, 2020
Warp Speed chief visits Emory, urges participation in COVID vaccine trials
Nov. 13, 2020
Emory Healthcare Veterans Program celebrates five years, expands services to 13 states
Nov. 11, 2020
University Research Committee accepting proposals for 2021-22
Nov. 10, 2020
Return to sports after COVID-19: cardiologists’ recommendations
Nov. 9, 2020
Taking math by storm: Talea Mayo models how climate change may affect our coasts
Nov. 2, 2020
U.S. News & World Report names Budd Terrace at Wesley Woods a 2020-21 Best Nursing Home
Nov. 2, 2020
Emory begins advanced stage clinical trial for another COVID-19 vaccine
Oct. 29, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
Oct. 29, 2020
New lead screening method zooms in on highest-risk areas in Georgia
Oct. 27, 2020
Learn how to be an ergonomics hero at home
Oct. 26, 2020
Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital first in metro Atlanta to receive state’s highest designation for emergency cardiac care
Oct. 26, 2020
Modern Healthcare names young Emory Healthcare executive in Top 25 Emerging Leaders list
Oct. 23, 2020
Science Gallery Atlanta to open with interactive exhibition on addiction and recovery
Oct. 22, 2020
Georgia Research Alliance supporting two new scholars at Emory
Oct. 22, 2020
National Academy of Medicine elects two Emory researchers in 2020 class
Oct. 19, 2020
Emory helps establish national standard of care for COVID-19 treatment
Oct. 15, 2020
NCI awarding Emory $9.9 million to study cancer, autoimmune intersection with COVID-19
Oct. 15, 2020
Monoclonal antibodies for COVID-19: Emory experts explain experimental treatment
Oct. 13, 2020
More than $18,000 in devices donated to Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, helping connect patients with family
Oct. 12, 2020
Emory expands access to free, anytime health services for all students
Oct. 7, 2020
Immune cell activation in severe COVID-19 resembles lupus
Oct. 7, 2020
Emory shares in $18.2 million NIH award to continue work on COVID-19 tests
Oct. 5, 2020
Emory Johns Creek Hospital opens second state-of-the-art interventional radiology suite
Oct. 1, 2020
Emory Fragile X Center: $8 million NIH grant supports next-generation neuroscience
Oct. 1, 2020
Study: Achilles tendon rupture does not mean end of professional sports career
Sep. 30, 2020
MEDIA ADVISORY: Emory and AEI StartUp Factory host virtual series of COVID-19 Health Talks in October
Sep. 30, 2020
Find ways to 'Refresh from Stress' even in challenging times
Sep. 29, 2020
COVID-19 vaccine tested at Emory spurs immune response in older adults
Sep. 29, 2020
Emory Healthcare, Hazelden Betty Ford unite to create Addiction Alliance of Georgia
Sep. 23, 2020
Unexplained strokes, delayed symptoms recognition found in study on COVID-19 and ischemic stroke
Sep. 21, 2020
Emory first in Georgia to offer patients access to new PET/CT scanner for improved diagnosis and treatment
Sep. 21, 2020
Emory, Fulton County study shows importance of proactive COVID-19 testing to prevent further infection
Sep. 17, 2020
Active Works invites employees to make the active choice
Sep. 17, 2020
Experiments reveal why human-like robots elicit uncanny feelings
Sep. 14, 2020
Emmy awarded to 'Your Fantastic Mind' TV series on brain health
Sep. 13, 2020
Second Lady Karen Pence tours Emory Healthcare Veterans Program
Sep. 11, 2020
Coffee Regional Medical Center strengthens relationship with Emory Healthcare Affiliate Network; adds new bariatric program supported by Emory
Sep. 10, 2020
How COVID-19 impacts the brain
Sep. 9, 2020
High antiviral antibody levels may herald pediatric COVID-19 complication
Sep. 8, 2020
New Synergy awardees represent spirit of partnership in COVID-19 research
Sep. 4, 2020
Emory supports nursing reforms in Ethiopia, with guidance from Kenya
Sep. 4, 2020
Emory immunologist Max Cooper to deliver 2020 Distinguished Faculty Lecture
Sep. 2, 2020
'Your Fantastic Mind' TV series features Emory's work on COVID-19, opioid crisis and more
Sep. 2, 2020
2020 Winship Win the Fight 5K Walk/Run will be virtual
Sep. 1, 2020
Lilicia Bailey named chief human resources officer for Emory Healthcare
Sep. 1, 2020
Emory receives $3.17 million from the NIH to strengthen career development in women’s health research
Aug. 31, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
Aug. 27, 2020
Acclaim: Recent honors for Emory faculty and staff
Aug. 25, 2020
Emory Healthcare first in Georgia to introduce device to attach a leg prosthesis directly to the bone for patients
Aug. 24, 2020
Dane Peterson named president of Emory Healthcare
Aug. 20, 2020
Yerkes genomics research will help predict COVID-19 disease severity, inform treatment decisions
Aug. 20, 2020
Patients battling opioid addiction in central Appalachia face issues accessing drug treatment
Aug. 20, 2020
Telehealth visits soar as Emory Healthcare keeps patients and doctors connected during pandemic
Aug. 14, 2020
Seasonal flu vaccinations don’t 'stick' long-term in bone marrow
Aug. 13, 2020
Emory partners with Mexican Consulate in Atlanta to address COVID-19 disparities in Latinx community
Aug. 4, 2020
Nelson Oyesiku awarded inaugural Daniel Louis Barrow endowed chair
Aug. 3, 2020
Emory Healthcare names new director of Emory MBNA Stroke Center
July 31, 2020
Riney Foundation gives $7.8 million to Winship for multiple myeloma research
July 30, 2020
U.S. News ranks Emory University Hospital No. 1 and Emory Saint Joseph’s No. 2 in Georgia
July 28, 2020
Highly invasive lung cancer cells have longer 'fingers'
July 26, 2020
Nationwide All of Us research database now available to Emory researchers, part of a beta test
July 24, 2020
Investigational drug for genetic form of ALS showing early promise, trial indicates
July 23, 2020
Medical students help deliver COVID-19 research through infographics
July 16, 2020
Beautyberry leaf extract restores drug's power to fight 'superbug'
July 16, 2020
Research Roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
July 15, 2020
COVID-19 vaccine tested at Emory is safe, generates immune response, early results show
July 14, 2020
Vaccine additives can enhance immune flexibility – implications for flu and SARS-CoV-2
July 13, 2020
Repurposing a cancer drug to reduce COVID-19 lung inflammation
July 13, 2020
Acclaim: Recent honors for Emory faculty and staff
July 9, 2020
First nurse ever from office of quality receives DAISY Award
July 9, 2020
Emory key part of newly launched NIH network for COVID-19 clinical trials
July 8, 2020
Winship Cancer Institute builds new pharmacy, expands infusion services in Johns Creek
July 8, 2020
HIV pre-exposure drug regimen tested at Emory highly effective in preventing infection, study says
July 7, 2020
World Zoonoses Day: 'We have to act now to avoid even bigger catastrophes'
July 2, 2020
Emory team brings COVID-19 testing, education to poultry workers in rural Ga.
July 1, 2020
Healthy Emory’s Diabetes Prevention Program still makes a difference online
July 1, 2020
Zika infection after birth shown to have long term brain and behavior issues in animals
July 1, 2020
Emory physicians represent nearly half of 2020 'Top Doctors' list in Atlanta magazine
June 30, 2020
Inaugural global bidirectional grants awarded at Emory
June 30, 2020
Imaging core to acquire Georgia’s first 3D STED microscope
June 26, 2020
Emory Healthcare first in state to offer minimally invasive procedure for enlarged prostate
June 26, 2020
Emory Johns Creek Hospital to add three floors to Physician’s Plaza and new parking deck
June 26, 2020
Emory, Georgia Tech participate in six-year exercise research study
June 25, 2020
Emory Healthcare partners with Atlanta Track Club to serve athletes on the road to the Olympics
June 22, 2020
Emory launches national dashboard to help visualize COVID-19 disparities
June 18, 2020
Emory-led consortium explores brain and behavior, across the tree of life
June 16, 2020
Emory, state of Georgia collaborate on COVID-19 response
June 16, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
June 15, 2020
Acclaim: Recent honors for Emory faculty and staff
June 15, 2020
COVID-19 research: Emory’s work spans the gamut, from bench to bedside
June 12, 2020
COVID-19 exposes health inequities, underscores the need for more inclusivity in research
June 11, 2020
Statement on Emory Healthcare resuming elective surgical and procedural services
June 11, 2020
Emory expert provides insight on caring for women planning pregnancy, currently pregnant or delivering a baby during the pandemic
June 8, 2020
'Your Fantastic Mind' television series nominated for five Emmy Awards
June 4, 2020
Stay healthy with Journeys programs, personalized virtual coaching
June 4, 2020
Emory doctors study link between thickness of blood, clotting and inflammation in COVID-19 patients
June 3, 2020
Emory employees got moving – virtually – during the 5th annual Move More Challenge
June 2, 2020
'Operation: Eat Right' nutrition challenge keeps employees on track for the summer
June 2, 2020
Emory, partners receive $31 million COVID-19 testing grant
May 29, 2020
101-year-old retired nurse has survived COVID-19 and 1918 flu pandemic
May 27, 2020
Emory researchers report lower ICU and ventilator mortality in critically ill adults with COVID-19
May 27, 2020
Behavioral studies in era of COVID-19 raise new concerns about diversity
May 26, 2020
All Hands on Deck: The Zoom experts
May 26, 2020
'Health Behind Locked Doors' course explores incarceration, institutionalization
May 26, 2020
Emory physicians, nurses, innovators, allied health professionals honored in annual Health Care Heroes 2020 awards
May 26, 2020
Scientists identify chemicals in noxious weed that 'disarm' deadly bacteria
May 22, 2020
Acclaim: Recent honors for Emory faculty and staff
May 18, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
May 15, 2020
Drive-through COVID-19 testing takes 'huge team effort' from Emory staff
May 14, 2020
Virtual workouts help Emory employees stay focused on personal wellbeing
April 30, 2020
All Hands on Deck: The Carlos Museum brings art into homes
April 30, 2020
Mapped: The future of the School of Medicine's Class of 2020
April 30, 2020
Virtual Town Hall explores community questions, Emory’s next steps
April 28, 2020
Emory on the front lines of COVID-19: An ER doctor’s personal sacrifices
April 28, 2020
Emory Police: On call during uncertain times
April 23, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
April 22, 2020
Emory prepares to celebrate the extraordinary Class of 2020
April 17, 2020
Emory student named 2020 Truman Scholar for promoting economic justice
April 16, 2020
Virtual Community Hub helps keep students connected
April 16, 2020
All hands on deck: Spiritual health across Emory’s hospitals and campuses
April 16, 2020
Bat ecology in the age of pandemics
April 16, 2020
CAPS continues to offer workshops, other services to students during remote learning
April 8, 2020
All hands on deck: Transitioning Emory College to remote teaching
April 7, 2020
Pandemic lockdowns set up 'natural experiment' on air pollution
April 7, 2020
Great apes and COVID-19: Experts raise the alarm for endangered species
April 3, 2020
Beware false 'cures' for COVID-19
April 3, 2020
All hands on deck: Welcoming Oxford students to Atlanta
March 31, 2020
All hands on deck: Emory staff exhibit ‘can-do’ spirit and enduring sense of community
March 26, 2020
Social distancing key to keeping yourself and others safe
March 18, 2020
Emory cancels traditional Commencement activities
March 18, 2020
Registration is open for the 2020 Move More Challenge
March 12, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
March 12, 2020
Emory extends spring break, will transition to remote learning March 23
March 11, 2020
Acclaim: Recent honors for Emory faculty and staff
March 10, 2020
Site preparations begin on new R. Randall Rollins Building
March 4, 2020
Emory nonprofit starts GoFundMe campaign to help test coronavirus treatment
Feb. 27, 2020
Motorcycle crash survivor reclaims life with help from Emory doctors
Feb. 24, 2020
Spillover: Why germs jump species from animals to people
Feb. 18, 2020
Video: Coronavirus and Emory
Feb. 18, 2020
Research roundup: Recent grants and publications for Emory faculty and staff
Feb. 13, 2020
Healthy Emory Connect offers expanded digital resources
Feb. 11, 2020
New synthesis methods enhance 3D chemical space for drug discovery
Feb. 11, 2020
Acclaim: Recent honors for Emory faculty and staff
Feb. 11, 2020
Emory responds to coronavirus with empathy, support
Feb. 4, 2020
'Embodied' celebrates the interplay between health and the arts
Jan. 28, 2020
Healthy Emory helps employees focus on well-being
Jan. 21, 2020
Emory chemists synthesize 'bilingual' molecule connecting two basic codes for life
Jan. 8, 2020
Making the future
Dec. 17, 2019
Diabetes Prevention Program helps employees gain support to improve health
Dec. 12, 2019
Emory and Ebola: A Timeline
July 26, 2019
