New articles in PubMed by SIU School of Medicine authors March 1, 2019

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in the United States, with about 9,500 people diagnosed each day. Physicians find 3 million instances of skin cancer annually and the number has grown steadily

SIU School of Medicine will host the first use of the newest edition of the Advanced Trauma Life Support course in the United States on April 29–30. The Southern Illinois Trauma Center (SITC) at Springfield Memorial Hospital and the Memorial Learning Center are piloting the training.

"In this time of profound grief, we remain committed to offer compassion, comfort, and resources to aid in healing the families, friends, and Chatham community," Dr. Kruse added.