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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

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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

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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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How sewage surveillance is helping spot disease outbreaks early

Widespread wastewater testing began during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, public health officials are expanding their efforts to look for other diseases.

Sept. 20, 2022

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What to know about BA.5, Paxlovid, and new vaccines coming out this fall

Most people now have immunity against severe disease and death due to COVID-19, but experts hope new vaccines will curb infections and prevent more mutations.

Aug. 23, 2022

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Medical mysteries, memoirs, and more: 10 great summer reads for doctors

From a doctor’s personal healing to treating ICU survivors, these books offer a glimpse into the compelling, disturbing, and often uplifting world of medicine.

July 19, 2022

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Shortages from syringes to dye for diagnostic exams: How world events are straining everyday health care supply

Supply chain experts warn of increasing disruptions, including many caused by geopolitical strife.

July 5, 2022

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Electricity as medicine

Some believe bioelectronic devices might one day replace medication in treating a variety of diseases, from depression to diabetes.

June 14, 2022

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Thousands of medical residents are unionizing. Here’s what that means for doctors, hospitals, and the patients they serve

Medical residents often bemoan long hours and relatively low wages. Now, a growing number are unionizing, which observers say brings benefits — and drawbacks.

June 7, 2022

The Resident and Fellow Physician Union-Northwest stages a 15-minute walkout at Seattle’s Harborview Medical Center in February during contract negotiations.

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At the crossroads: Addressing gun violence as a public health crisis

The problem of gun violence is multifaceted and complex, but the lessons learned from COVID-19 may help us understand and identify solutions.

June 2, 2022

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Why do so many Americans distrust science?

Medical science faces a credibility crisis that threatens its ability to protect health. Scientists need to grasp the forces sowing suspicion about their work.