Dental College of Georgia researchers discover mutated protein, breast cancer link
Researchers from Augusta University’s Dental College of Georgia have discovered a critical change in a protein that can turn ordinary breast cancer cells into highly aggressive, stem cell-like threats. This finding could lead to new, more effective treatments for stubborn forms of the disease.
MCG researchers receive $275,000 grant to study HIV and retinopathy
Manuela Bartoli and Eric Belin de Chantemèle, researchers at the Medical College of Georgia were
recently awarded a two-year $275,000 grant from the National Eye Institute.
Free head and neck cancer screenings scheduled for April 25
Free screenings for head an neck cancer will be from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. April 25.
Inflatable colon highlights colorectal cancer awareness month
Inflatable colon highlights colon cancer prevention.
News You Can Use: March is national colorectal cancer awareness month
Learn more about colorectal cancer.
Paceline to expand PaceDay format to include walk, run, ride options
Paceline officials plan to expand their fundraising efforts in 2025 by adding more to the annual PaceDay event.
Heart Ball raises more than $200,000
The annual CSRA Heart Ball on Feb. 8 brought in more than $200,000 to support the work of the American Heart Association.
Nursing sorority holds heart health program
More than 200 people attended the Phi Chi Chapter of Chi Eta Phi Professional Nursing Sorority, Inc.’s 14th Annual Heart Truth Program on Feb. 1
Coale Peace named 2025 National Champion for the Children’s Miracle Network
Coale Peace has been chosen to be a 2025 National Champion by the Children’s Miracle Network.
American Heart Month: managing blood pressure
February is National American Heart Month. Managing blood pressure important to overall heart health.
AU immunologist earns NIH grant to study chronic inflammatory diseases
Rafael Czepielewski, PhD, assistant professor at the Immunology Center of Georgia, has received the MIST Scholar Award in Mucosal Immunology from the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, which is part of NIH.
MCG researchers address ARDS-related vascular issues
Researchers at Augusta University’s Medical College of Georgia say a protein that safeguards against bacterial infections is itself engaged in a precarious balancing act, where the stakes can be life and death.
In pictures: Santa makes a stop at the children’s hospital
Scenes from Santa visit to Wellstar Children’s Hospital of Georgia on Christmas.
Events focus on sickle cell disease and lung cancer
Sickle cell disease and lung cancer will be highlighted at separate events Saturday.