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Women in medicine make gains, but obstacles remain

A study shows how their presence has grown as learners, teachers, and leaders, but pay disparities and gender harassment continue.

July 9, 2024

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, became a lightning rod in the abortion debate. Here's…

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

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From Bedside to Webside: Future Doctors Learn How to Practice Remotely

As the use of telemedicine grows, more medical schools and teaching hospitals are offering specialized training in virtual care.

April 24, 2018

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Caring for Babies With Opioid Withdrawal

As more infants display opioid withdrawal, academic medical centers are developing promising new methods to treat these tiny patients and support their mothers.

April 16, 2018

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Reducing the Stress Associated With Electronic Health Records

Physicians cite electronic health records as a leading contributor to burnout. Learn about solutions academic medicine could employ to help prevent that.

March 27, 2018

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New Schools of Thought

Learn how three institutions use their school buildings to meet the needs of today’s students and tomorrow’s patients.

March 20, 2018

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340B Simplified

Understand everything you need to know about the 340B Drug Pricing Program in less than four minutes.

Feb. 20, 2018

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Scientists Closer Than Ever to Earlier Treatments for Autism

Researchers are making headway in diagnosing autism within the first years of life—the key to more effective treatment, better outcomes.

Jan. 22, 2018

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During a Time of Cutbacks, Researchers Share Resources

Collaborating is so beneficial, several scientists say it’s “a no-brainer.”

Jan. 8, 2018

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Addressing the Research Replication Crisis

Medical schools and teaching hospitals are helping early career researchers learn best practices and how to improve writing skills for research reproducibility.