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Posts by Haley Bridger

Rare Tumor Case Highlights Potential for New Wave in Oncology

By Haley Bridger | July 24, 2026

A clinical trial testing a new therapy for cancer has given a 28-year-old patient a path towards a more normal life.

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A New Frontier for Focused Ultrasound: Prying Open the Blood-Brain Barrier to Improve Treatment for Brain Cancer Patients

By Haley Bridger | February 18, 2026
From left to right are Karl's son-in-law Perry, daughter Lily (married to Perry), son Ben, wife Lucy, and Karl Helfrich.

A combination of microbubbles and focused ultrasound treatment helped to open the blood brain barrier and improve the uptake of anti-cancer durgs.

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Clinical Trial Provides New Treatments for Patients with HHT, a Rare Genetic Disorder

By Haley Bridger | January 21, 2026
Kerry, an HHT patient, with her husband

HHT is a severe disease that often dramatically reduces a person’s quality of life.

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Three Lives, One Gene Editing Revolution

By Haley Bridger | October 8, 2025
Panelists from the discussion on the future of gene editing, seen on the stage at the 2025 World Medical Innovation Forum in Boston.

A panel of gene editing experts detailed key advancements in the field and what’s next for genetic therapies

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Race to Save a Life: How an Act of Collaboration Led to a Bespoke Gene Therapy Treatment

By Haley Bridger | June 2, 2025
Baby KJ smiles broadly at the camera

Researchers know that a small act of generosity can have a big ripple effect.

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Extending the Reach of Innovation to Empower Patients After Hypertensive Pregnancy

By Haley Bridger | May 6, 2025

A Brigham program that assists high-risk postpartum patients to transition from obstetric to primary care is being adapted by other health systems.

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