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University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF Health $5.6 million study to define link between genetics and heart disease in many Friedreich’s ataxia patients

Researchers at MCOM awarded $5.6 million from the U.S. Department of Defense to examine why many people with Friedreich’s Ataxia go on to also develop heart disease.

August 22, 2023Morsani College of Medicine, Patient Care, Research

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Dr. Racha Khalaf advances EoE monitoring at USF Health with new string test

The Esophageal String Test is a brand-new option, and USF Health is one of only three sites in the country offering it.

August 4, 2023Morsani College of Medicine, Patient Care

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

U.S. News rankings place Tampa General and specialties led or co-led by USF Health faculty among the nation’s best

Tampa General Hospital continues to be the best hospital in the Tampa Bay area, as today’s release of the 2023-24 rankings by U.S. News & World Report show.

August 1, 2023Morsani College of Medicine, Patient Care

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USF Health Morsani College of Medicine welcomes newest medical students

The USF Health Morsani College of Medicine welcomed the class of 2027 to their first official day of medical school.

July 24, 2023Morsani College of Medicine

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

USF Health researchers show how the placenta protects fetus in the womb against viral infections

A new paper published this week in the journal Cell Host & Microbe explains the mechanisms behind this anti-viral protection.

June 15, 2023Morsani College of Medicine, Research

University of South Florida: A Preeminent Research University

Collaborative effort creates buzz: Could honeybee venom help treat atrial fibrillation?

A unique scientific collaboration at USF Health could offer potential treatment for atrial fibrillation, thanks to a chance encounter in a hallway, a plain green chalkboard and a most surprising star: the European honeybee.

March 23, 2023Morsani College of Medicine, Research

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USF Health News highlights the great work of the faculty, staff and students across the four health colleges – Morsani College of Medicine, College of Public Health, College of Nursing and Taneja College of Pharmacy – and the multispecialty physicians group. USF Health, an integral part of the University of South Florida, integrates research, education and health care to reach our shared value - making life better.