A new study shows methamphetamine remains a stubbornly prevalent illicit substance in large swaths of rural America. Findings recently published in JAMA Network Open indicate that methamphetamine is driving overdoses in rural communities. About four of five people who use drugs in rural areas across 10 states reported using meth in the past 30 days, according to researchers at Oregon Health & Science University, Southern Illinois University School of Medicine and other institutions. “Methamphetamine use is pervasive among people who use drugs in rural communities,” said Todd Korthuis, MD, MPH

Dementia Caregiving 101 is designed to equip family members and others for the caregiving role. Each week explores different topics helpful in developing skills to caring for those with dementia, including effective communication strategies, addressing Alzheimer's behaviors, family dynamics, meaningful activities, planning for the future, and much more. Recordings and slides are available through the links below:

Dr. Erin Hascup, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer's Research and Treatment, sat down with WMAY's Jim Leach to discuss Alzheimer's research.

Dr. Erin Hascup, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer's Research and Treatment, sat down with WMAY's Jim Leach to discuss Alzheimer's research.

What is Nurse-Family Partnership? Nurse-Family Partnership is free for women who are pregnant with their first baby. When you enroll you will be connected to a registered nurse who will provide the support, advice and information you need to have a healthy pregnancy, a healthy baby and be a great mom. Your nurse will support you to: Have a healthy pregnancy and a healthy baby. Become the best mom you can be. Learn and practice things that make you more confident as a mom, like breastfeeding, nutrition, child development, safe-sleep techniques and much more. Get referrals for healthcare

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Erin R. Hascup , PhD, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment, was named the Kenneth Stark Endowed Chair in Alzheimer’s Research at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine at a ceremony on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. An endowed chair represents one of the highest achievements in academic medicine, both for the person for whom the chair is named and also for the person who holds the chair. Hascup serves as director of the Smith Alzheimer's Center and is a part of the faculty in the Neuroscience Institute at SIU School of

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Erin R. Hascup , PhD, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment, was named the Kenneth Stark Endowed Chair in Alzheimer’s Research at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine at a ceremony on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. An endowed chair represents one of the highest achievements in academic medicine, both for the person for whom the chair is named and also for the person who holds the chair. Hascup serves as director of the Smith Alzheimer's Center and is a part of the faculty in the Neuroscience Institute at SIU School of

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Erin R. Hascup , PhD, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment, was named the Kenneth Stark Endowed Chair in Alzheimer’s Research at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine at a ceremony on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. An endowed chair represents one of the highest achievements in academic medicine, both for the person for whom the chair is named and also for the person who holds the chair. Hascup serves as director of the Smith Alzheimer's Center and is a part of the faculty in the Neuroscience Institute at SIU School of

SPRINGFIELD, IL – Erin R. Hascup , PhD, director of the Dale and Deborah Smith Center for Alzheimer’s Research and Treatment, was named the Kenneth Stark Endowed Chair in Alzheimer’s Research at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine at a ceremony on Tuesday, August 23, 2022. An endowed chair represents one of the highest achievements in academic medicine, both for the person for whom the chair is named and also for the person who holds the chair. Hascup serves as director of the Smith Alzheimer's Center and is a part of the faculty in the Neuroscience Institute at SIU School of

SPRINGFIELD, Il. - Douglas Carlson, MD, professor and chair of the Department of Pediatrics, has been named an Immunization Champion for Illinois. The Illinois Department of Public Health Immunization Program presented the award to acknowledge outstanding efforts to ensure immunization access in Illinois' communities. Carlson was recognized for making a significant contribution to public health in Illinois through his work in childhood immunizations and COVID vaccination of children and their families. His efforts have helped improve the health of the community as he continues to advocate to