Dr. Cagle studies several areas ranging from maternal and child health to cancer treatment and wildlife diseases. One major area of his research is promoting breastfeeding in hospitals, which is crucial for both mothers and their infants' health. He developed a training program for hospital staff in Dallas that led to increased rates of breastfeeding by equipping healthcare workers with the necessary skills and knowledge. Additionally, he investigates marine compounds that may offer new cancer treatments by inhibiting cancer cell movement. His research has potential implications for patients dealing with various types of cancer. Furthermore, he has explored diseases affecting wildlife, contributing to the understanding of health threats in species like bighorn sheep.
Key findings
Dr. Cagle's lactation skills workshop trained 1,600 healthcare workers, resulting in a 10% increase in breastfeeding rates in participating hospitals.
The compound nuiapolide, isolated from a Hawaiian marine cyanobacterium, significantly reduced movement of cancer cells starting at concentrations as low as 1.3 micromolar.
Dr. Cagle identified EHDV type-2 and BTV type-17 viruses as new causes of hemorrhagic disease in bighorn sheep, marking a significant finding for wildlife health in Arizona.
Frequently asked questions
Does Dr. Cagle study breastfeeding?
Yes, Dr. Cagle focuses on improving breastfeeding support in hospitals through training programs.
What treatments has Dr. Cagle researched for cancer?
He has researched a marine compound called nuiapolide that may inhibit cancer cell movement, which could lead to new treatment options.
Is Dr. Cagle's work relevant to wildlife health?
Yes, he has studied diseases in bighorn sheep, identifying new viral threats to this species.
How does Dr. Cagle's research help mothers and babies?
His work in lactation skills training helps increase breastfeeding rates, leading to better health outcomes for both mothers and their infants.
What specific conditions does Dr. Cagle's work address?
His research addresses breastfeeding challenges, cancer treatments, and diseases affecting wildlife like bighorn sheep.
Publications in plain English
Lactation Skills Workshop: A Collaboration of the City of Dallas WIC and Local Hospitals.
2017
Journal of nutrition education and behavior
Ballou J, Wiseman C, Jackson L, Godfrey R, Cagle D
Plain English This study looked at a training program for hospital staff in Dallas designed to support breastfeeding by teaching them practical skills and knowledge. As a result, 1,600 healthcare workers were trained, one hospital earned a Baby-Friendly designation, and all participating hospitals saw breastfeeding rates rise by 10%. This is important because increased breastfeeding can lead to better health outcomes for both mothers and babies.
Who this helps: This helps mothers and their babies by promoting breastfeeding support in hospitals.
Macrolactone Nuiapolide, Isolated from a Hawaiian Marine Cyanobacterium, Exhibits Anti-Chemotactic Activity.
2015
Marine drugs
Mori S, Williams H, Cagle D, Karanovich K, Horgen FD +2 more
Plain English Researchers discovered a new compound called nuiapolide from a marine organism found off the coast of Hawaii. This compound can significantly reduce the movement of certain cancer cells, specifically Jurkat cells, at very low concentrations, starting at 1.3 micromolar. Understanding this compound is important because it could lead to new treatments for cancer by targeting how cancer cells move and grow.
Who this helps: Patients with cancer.
Noon TH, Wesche SL, Cagle D, Mead DG, Bicknell EJ +4 more
Plain English The study looked at two bighorn sheep in Arizona that died from a disease called hemorrhagic disease. Researchers found that one sheep was infected with a virus called EHDV type-2 and the other with BTV type-17, which are both linked to this illness. This is significant because it marks the first time these particular viruses have been identified as causing hemorrhagic disease in bighorn sheep in Arizona, highlighting a new threat to this species.
Who this helps: This helps wildlife managers and veterinarians working to protect bighorn sheep populations.
Janice Ballou Christine Wiseman Linda Jackson Reba Godfrey Shogo Mori Howard Williams Kristopher Karanovich F David Horgen Roger Smith Coran M H Watanabe
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