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2011 Distinguished Women in Medicine and Science Lecture Kathleen Green, PhD, Joseph L. Mayberry, Sr., Professor of Pathology and Toxicology at Feinberg, presented the 15th annual Distinguished Women in Medicine and Science Lecture. The Women Faculty Organization (WFO) at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine recently hosted its 15th annual Distinguished Women in Medicine and[…]

New Target Identified for Scleroderma Therapy Investigators at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine have identified the molecule Egr-1 (early growth response factor 1) as a new therapy target for scleroderma, an autoimmune disease for which there currently is no cure. Scleroderma, also known as systemic sclerosis, is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the[…]

Wrinkles are Scarier Than Skin Cancer for Young Tanners Warnings about a ruined appearance is best way to reduce tanning salon visits What’s the most effective way to convince young women to cut back on their indoor tanning, a habit that hikes their risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, by 75 percent?[…]

Diluted Bleach Is New Treatment for Kids’ Eczema Dr. Amy Paller It’s best known for whitening a load of laundry. But now simple household bleach has a surprising new role: an effective treatment for kids’ chronic eczema. Chronic, severe eczema can mar a childhood. The skin disorder starts with red, itchy, inflamed skin that often[…]

Those attending the 25-year service anniversary reception and dinner at the Wyndham Chicago Hotel included (front row (from left), Drs. Takashi Nishida, Ramona I. Slupik, Alan F. Friedman, Joseph L. Morello, Frank J. Weschler, Hector J. Gomez, Steven P. Swiryn, and Marilynn C. Frederiksen, and Christine V. Malwitz; (middle row, from left) Drs. Janet S.[…]