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Caitlin Bernard, MD, in front of the U.S. Supreme Court during a 2017 leadership training institute hosted by Physicians for Reproductive Health.

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In 2022, Caitlin Bernard, MD, performed an abortion on a 10-year-old rape victim. Her life hasn’t been the same since

Threats to her safety. Legal risks. Working as one of two abortion providers statewide. Despite such obstacles, this Indiana OB-GYN is more committed than ever.

July 3, 2024

Microplastics research, conceptual image

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Microplastics are inside us all. What does that mean for our health?

Tiny plastic particles have been found throughout the human body, but researchers say they’re just starting to understand the impact.

June 27, 2024

Prostate cancer cell, coloured scanning electron micrograph (SEM)

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‘Not all cancer needs to be cured’: Five ways that prostate cancer treatments have…

As prostate cancer cases rise, newer drugs, genetic testing, and clearer imaging give patients more options, reduce side effects, and save time.

June 25, 2024

In transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), an external device is used to drive electromagnetic pulses through the skull to improve mood.

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The growing field of neurotherapeutics offers psychiatric patients new hope

Brain procedures help patients with treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. But providers still grapple with ethical questions and the history of lobotomies

June 20, 2024

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NIH, Research Community Target Next Generation of Scientists

Getting that first grant is more difficult than ever. What is being done to help junior researchers secure the funding they need?

Nov. 13, 2017

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The CRISPR Gene-Editing Revolution

CRISPR’s “molecular scissors” may eventually help prevent debilitating genetic diseases. Why getting there could be a challenge.

Nov. 4, 2017

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Morality and Medicine: Best-Selling Author David Brooks Explores Character, Culture, and Medical Education

From Obamacare to Nietzsche, commentator and Learn Serve Lead plenary speaker David Brooks delves into medical education and noble virtues.

Nov. 4, 2017

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Teaching Hospitals, Communities are Working to Get to the Root of Substance Use Disorders

Medical schools and teaching hospitals are working to stem the tide of the opioid epidemic and provide treatment options.

Oct. 19, 2017

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For Veterans, Telehealth Offers Access, Convenience

The Veterans Health Administration uses telehealth technology to improve its reach and broaden its services.

June 19, 2017

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Preparing Physicians to Address the Health Consequences of Climate Change

The academic medicine community must prepare future physicians and help increase awareness about the health consequences of climate change.

May 30, 2017

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Our Concerned Community

The academic medicine community held meetings this spring to discuss how to move forward while staying true to its missions.

April 25, 2017

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Geared Up: A Cross-Country Story About the ACA

A physician from the University of Arizona College of Medicine biked from Washington, DC, to Seattle, to take the public’s pulse on the Affordable Care Act.