MedBlog

New research suggests what will make us smarter, thinner, and happier. In most cases, timing is everything.

by Eric Celeste

A quarter of the female population is suffering from symptoms they’re too embarrassed to talk about. One doctor wants to start the conversation.

by Abby Kinsinger

A new, hyper-targeted radiation technology could bring your total number of treatments from 45 to just five.

by Matt Goodman

A rare couple in the lab world has developed a new way for surgeons to look at the tumors they need to remove.

by Matt Goodman

Humans have been trying for centuries to battle hair loss. Now, we have a chance.

by David Hopkins

Over the last two decades, the world has learned a lot about brain injuries. But now there are more questions than answers. There’s also a lot of confusion, fear, and unsubstantiated flimflam.

by Michael J. Mooney

Most people with depression never get treated. But what if everyone got screened at their regular checkups?

by Peter Simek

How do you make sure your children have a happy life? Allow them to struggle.

by Annie Wiles

Teens who have attempted suicide are at high risk for a second attempt. But there are ways to help them.

by Peter Simek

New genetic editing technology has opened the door to erasing the mutations in our DNA.

by Alex Macon

Your risk of heart disease could be largely eliminated by mutating just one gene.

by Peter Simek

Generations of men underwent prostate cancer tests during an aggressive screening regimen. Then, the screenings stopped. Now doctors are reevaluating just how worried men should be about their prostate.

by Michael J. Mooney

When patients are diagnosed with stage 4 kidney cancer, they have only a 1-in-10 chance of survival. Here, the odds are substantially higher.

by Matt Goodman

Donald Seldin was a legend among his students and across the country. He changed the course of modern medicine with his visionary brand of humane practice — combining research, academia, and patient, thoughtful care.