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USU Board of Regents Meeting
November 1, 2016 - 8:00am
Student Interest Group in Neurology Meeting
November 1, 2016 - 12:00pm
MIC- Data Club - Riley
November 2, 2016 - 12:00pm
Wednesday Weekly Meditation
November 2, 2016 - 12:00pm

News

Study: Genes linked to PTSD also linked to increased risk for cardiovascular disease

USU LogoThe same genes linked to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) also appear to be linked to a significantly increased risk for cardiovascular disease (CVD), according to a new study published in Frontiers in Molecular Neuroscience on Sept. 9 by researchers at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU).

The study, “Soldier’s Heart...

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New study finds over-the-counter loperamide, when used in large doses, might be linked to heart arrhythmias

 

USU LogoNew research has found an over-the-counter medication, loperamide, used to treat diarrhea, including traveler’s diarrhea, might be linked to heart arrhythmias when used in large doses. The study, “Potent Inhibition of hERG Channels by the Over-The-Counter Anti-Diahrrheal Agent Loperamide,” was published on Sept. 14 in the official journal of the...

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Lushniak to serve as Dean of University of Maryland School of Public Health

Dr. Boris D. Lushniak, chair of the Department of Preventive Medicine and Biostatistics (PMB) at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU), will be leaving the university in November to become dean of the University of Maryland School of Public Health in College Park.  Dr. Lushniak will officially assume his new role on Jan. 9,...

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Ursano to Retire as Uniformed Services University Psychiatry Department Chair

Robert J UrsanoWorld renowned psychiatrist Dr. Robert J. Ursano announced he will retire as chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the F. Edward Hebert School of Medicine of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences after more than 24 years in the position.  Ursano will remain as the director of USU’s Center for the Study of Traumatic...

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Articles

Nordholm appointed chief of staff for university's Western Office

Dr. Alan NordholmRetired Navy Captain Alan Nordholm has been selected as the new chief of staff for the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) Western Region. In this role, Nordholm will be providing office continuity and support for the students, faculty, and staff stationed on the West Coast.

“I was honored to get this...

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School of Medicine Announces Dean’s Annual Faculty Teaching

Drs. Goolsby and MearsDr. Arthur Kellermann, dean of the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences (USU) F. Edward Hébert School of Medicine (SOM), recently announced the winners of the SOM annual Faculty Teaching Awards. One winner each was selected from a basic science department and from a clinical science department. These awards...

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Publications

USU Annual Report 2015
USU Annual Report 2015
CSTS Annual Report 2015
CSTS 2015 Annual Report
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The Pulse

Tobacco-free Campus

Tobacco Free Poster ThumbnailThe Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences is now tobacco-free. As such, we have compiled a list of helpful services to encourage and support those who wish to be (or remain) tobacco-free in 2016. Read more