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In memory: world STD research pioneer Dr. King Holmes

Dr. King Holmes 2013 in his Gairdner Foundation photograph

Dr. Holmes, 87, was the father of the previously neglected field of sexually transmitted diseases and an early leader in AIDS care and research.

News Releases

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Effort seeks to increase cancer-gene testing in primary care

Detecting cancer-risk genes early can be lifesaving, but most testing is still being done after cancer has been diagnosed.

Gauze embedded with designed peptide shows only a few bacterial colonies

Gauze containing designed peptide inhibits bacteria biofilms

Findings hold promise for wound care in stopping resistant infections and making current antibiotics more effective.

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Obesity lengthens time in OR and raises complication risk

Heavier patients tended to experience relatively longer surgeries and greater vulnerability during their recoveries, a study finds.

Mary-Claire King in her UW Medicine medical genetics lab.

Mary-Claire King to receive Public Welfare Medal

The National Academy of Sciences award, its most prestigious, honors extraordinary use of science for the public good.

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Child ADHD risk linked to mother’s use of acetaminophen

The risk of developing ADHD was three times higher among children whose mothers used the pain-relief drug during pregnancy.

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