All Posts: research

• Understanding What Causes Fever to Reduce the Spread of Dangerous Pathogens

  (September 23, 2021) — Fever is one of the most common and recognizable signs of human disease, but remains surprisingly mysterious from an etiological perspective. In some regions of the world where fevers are common, identifying their causes could reduce the risk of exposure to dangerous pathogens, especially those originating in animals. Understanding these causes […]

  Category: GUMC Stories Tags: Center for Global Health Science and Security, fever, global health, pandemic, pandemic preparedness, research

• Critical Period After Stroke Study (CPASS): A Phase II Clinical Trial Testing an Optimal Time for Motor Recovery After Stroke in Humans

  For the first time, stroke study reveals optimal timing of intensive arm and hand rehabilitation. Intensive Additional Rehabilitation is most effective 60 to 90 days after a stroke WASHINGTON (September 20, 2021) — A phase II randomized clinical trial found that the optimal period for intensive rehabilitation of arm and hand use after a stroke should begin […]

  Category: News Release Tags: rehabilitation, research, stroke