Precision Health
We are on the brink of an amazing transformation in how we approach health. Instead of a frantic race to cure disease after the fact, we can increasingly prevent disease before it strikes.
Precision Health News
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Sickle cell trait not as dangerous as thought
Surprising findings from a study of health records of thousands of African-American soldiers show that a common genetic condition poses far less risk than previously thought.
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Antibodies could counter atherosclerosis
A biological drug could be used to combat cardiovascular disease by targeting not mere risk factors such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure, but the actual lesions bearing direct responsibility: atherosclerotic plaques.
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Hormone therapy: No effect on mental skills
Hormone therapy for postmenopausal women has been controversial, with some studies suggesting benefits and others not. Now, a study finds the treatment’s effect on women’s mental skills is negligible.
Stanford Medicine Events
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08/26/2016
Stanford Medicine 25 Symposium set for Aug. 27-28
The two-day event is designed to help early and mid-career physicians who teach clinical skills become better teachers of bedside medicine.