Precision Medicine

Also called personalized medicine, this evolving field makes use of an individual’s genes, lifestyle, environment and other factors to identify unique disease risks and guide treatment decision-making.
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Lasker Award winners honored for genetics research, drug development, leadership

Four scientists were honored by the Albert and Mary Lasker Foundation on Tuesday, Sept. 11. The 2018 award winners were selected for their work in genetics research, leadership and mentorship in science and the discovery and development of a widely-used anesthetic.

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Is Alzheimer’s an infectious disease?

Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, affects more than five million Americans, but the cause of it is still somewhat of a mystery. Now, a new theory has emerged—is the disease caused by bacteria, virus, fungus or a parasite?

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Scientists create device that speeds up IVF process

Scientists at Cornell University have created a microfluidic device that speeds up the in vitro fertilization (IVF) process.

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Food as medicine is catching on, gaining funding

Utilizing food as part of a medical plan is coming into the limelight with the potential to help cut overall healthcare cost after California launched a $6 million pilot program behind the concept.

Researchers create app that measures blood pressure from fingertip

People may no longer need to visit a physician’s office to get accurate blood pressure readings thanks to a new mobile application created by researchers at Michigan State University.

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App designed to help people with vision loss now available for Android

A mobile application that assists people with vision loss is now available for Android users.

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Researchers use augmented reality to create telementoring system

A research team has created a telementoring system that lets physicians who are in remote areas connect with more experienced doctors to help perform complicated procedures.

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Early results in human gene-editing study show promise

Early results from a gene-editing study in the human body indicate the treatment is possibly working, according to a report by USA Today.