University of Idaho researchers awarded grant to research symptoms of diabetes
Toxins in the gut may signal diabetes before it happens, according to researchers.

People with type two diabetes can suffer from lack of feeling in the hands and feet or constant bowel issues, often thought to be symptoms of their condition. WWAMI researchers at the University of Idaho are ready to challenge that, armed with the claim that toxins present before a person shows signs of type two diabetes can cause nerve and muscle dysfunction in the gut, eventually leading to insulin resistance.

Exploring new places
New anatomy lab opens for UI’s WWAMI students, bringing fresh equipment to campus

On the first day of anatomy class this semester, University of Idaho WWAMI students walked into a brightly lit, well-ventilated lab. New state-of-the-art equipment — including TV monitors for observing […]

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More seats for medical students

JFAC supports WWAMI increase BOISE — The Joint Finance and Appropriation Committee (JFAC) approved funding for five additional seats to be added to the WWAMI program for Idaho medical students […]