Northwestern Receives $55 Million to Advance Health Research - News Center
NUCATS Institute received $55 million NIH funding to enhance healthcare interventions through collaborative clinical and translational research. [ more ]
Northwestern Receives Grant to Implement Secure Firearm Storage Program for Illinois Parents - News Center
The NIH awarded Northwestern University $3.3 million to implement a secure firearm storage program at community health centers, aiming to reduce firearm injury and mortality among youth. [ more ]
Northwestern Receives $55 Million to Advance Health Research - News Center
NUCATS Institute received $55 million NIH funding to enhance healthcare interventions through collaborative clinical and translational research. [ more ]
Northwestern Receives Grant to Implement Secure Firearm Storage Program for Illinois Parents - News Center
The NIH awarded Northwestern University $3.3 million to implement a secure firearm storage program at community health centers, aiming to reduce firearm injury and mortality among youth. [ more ]
How to Get Free Flu and COVID-19 Tests and Treatments
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) and eMed have launched an at-home test-to-treat program that offers free tests and treatments for flu and COVID-19.
The program prioritizes individuals who cannot afford testing, but anyone over 18 who tests positive for flu or COVID-19 can receive free telehealth visits and antiviral treatments. [ more ]
Republican Sen. Eric Schmitt vows to 'end COVID tyranny' of CDC, NIH
The "End COVID Tyranny Act" introduced by Sen. Eric Schmitt would give Congress greater oversight of the CDC and NIH.
The bill would require congressional appointment and term limits for the directors of both agencies and approval from both chambers for public health emergencies lasting longer than 90 days.
The legislation aims to address controversial COVID-era policies and conflicting public health advice. [ more ]