October 2018 - St. Jude Progress Blog - St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

What is causing resistance to the new flu drug, Xofluza?

Posted by Lee Morgan | Oct 25, 2018 | Research | 0

A St. Jude lab identified a flu virus mutation that could lead to more effective treatments.

You can help prevent suicide

Posted by Jennifer Harman, PhD | Oct 24, 2018 | Education & Training | 0

Suicide is the second leading cause of death among individuals 10-34 years of age. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, suicide rates have increased during the past 20 years. Because of this, it is important to be aware of common myths and warning signs associated with suicide. It’s OK to ask For example, some people inaccurately believe that if you ask someone if they are thinking about killing themselves it will encourage suicide attempts or it will put that thought in their head. This is not only false, but potentially dangerous. We know that asking about...

NLRP3 balance: St. Jude researchers pinpoint key innate immune system regulator

Posted by Thirumala-Devi Kanneganti, PhD | Oct 17, 2018 | Research | 0

Immune response regulation enzyme holds key to possible cancer treatment.

What you’re missing if you’re only sequencing exomes or RNA

Posted by Carole Weaver Clements, PhD | Oct 16, 2018 | Research | 0

What is the potential human cost of omitting whole-genome sequencing in pediatric cancer diagnoses? St. Jude G4K study answers that question.

Don’t sweat it: Public speaking is about preparation, not natural talent

Posted by Emily Browne, DNP, RN, CPNP | Oct 11, 2018 | Education & Training | 0

Use these tips to overcome your anxiety of public speaking. Emily Browne of St. Jude’s professional development shares her tips so you can be prepared.