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New research internship opportunities at Smith Alzheimer's Center

The Smith Alzheimer’s Center at SIU Medicine is offering two new lab internship opportunities for undergraduate college students in 2025. Selected students will explore cutting-edge research
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Simmons Cancer Institute accepting research internship applications

Applications for summer lab internships at Simmons Cancer Institute are being accepted through February 21. Four positions are open to qualified college students planning careers in medicine or research.
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Weather alert: Closures and delays

Updated 4:00 pm, Jan 6 Due to hazardous weather and road conditions, SIU Medicine clinics in Carbondale will remain closed on Tuesday, Jan 7. All other SIU Medicine clinics will be open with regular
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IDPH has issued a bird flu advisory: What hunters need to know

With avian influenza (bird flu) becoming a concern across the United States, it’s important for hunters to understand how to stay safe while handling wild birds. Bird flu is caused by highly
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Medical students deliver Shoes That Fit to area schools

SIU medical students brought new footwear to neighborhood schools during the holidays.
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Back in action

For more than two years, Frank Vala endured excruciating back pain that interrupted his life, making even simple activities feel impossible. After two surgeries and multiple injections that failed to bring him relief, his hope was dwindling. But Vala’s journey took a positive turn when he found SIU Medicine and surgeon Dr. Bruce Frankel, whose advanced techniques offered a new path to recovery.
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Quincy Center for Family Medicine adds acupuncture services

Quincy-area patients visiting the SIU Center for Family Medicine can now supplement their health care options with a range of treatments that encompass some hallmarks of Eastern medicine.
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Why do more women develop Alzheimer’s?

Recent Alzheimer’s disease research is shedding new light on why women are more likely to develop the disease than men.

Grampsas, Pelvic Wellness Center named InterStim™ Center of Excellence

SIU Medicine’s Pelvic Wellness Center and Dr. Samuel Grampsas have earned distinction as an InterStim™ Center of Excellence by Medtronic, the world’s largest medical device manufacturer.