Medicine
From Gene Discovery to Patient Impact: A Conversation with Susan A. Slaugenhaupt, PhD
Susan A. Slaugenhaupt, PhD, investigator at Mass General Brigham and president of the American Society for Human Genetics, reflects on more than 30 years of genetics research, from identifying genes linked to rare diseases to advancing new therapies for patients. She discusses breakthroughs in genomics, the future of precision medicine, and how patients and families continue to inspire her work.
Read MoreAre Microplastics Affecting Our Brain Health? How One Mass General Brigham Epidemiologist is Working to Find Answers
With the global production of plastics increasing exponentially in recent decades, there are new concerns about the long-term health risks of exposure to microplastics—the tiny particles of plastic in the environment that can be inhaled or absorbed into the body. In a recent study, researchers from the University of New Mexico analyzed human postmortem brain,…
Read MoreExploring the Hidden Connections Between Public Events and Health
Major events that capture public attention can create unexpected opportunities to study health. From highly anticipated music releases to national tragedies, these events can function as natural experiments, revealing how sudden changes in circumstances or people’s daily behavior can influence health outcomes. In this Q&A, resident physician researchers Vishal Patel, MD, MPH, and Michael Liu,…
Read MoreResearchers Unplugged: Meet the Researcher Working to Detect Lung Disease Before It Starts
Meet the postdoctoral research fellow at who is studying the earliest signs of pulmonary fibrosis in people with a family history of the disease. Learn how her research could help detect lung disease sooner, improve patient outcomes, and advance new treatments, while getting to know the scientist behind the work.
Read MoreResearchers Unplugged: Meet the Researcher Studying How the Timing of Our Meals Shapes Health
How does the timing of your meals affect your health? Meet Ioannis Lempesis, a postdoctoral researcher at Brigham and Women’s Hospital whose work examines how the body’s internal clock influences metabolism and could lead to new strategies for preventing obesity and diabetes.
Read MoreHip Fractures: What to Know About Prevention, Treatment and Recovery
Hip fractures are among the most serious injuries affecting older adults, often leading to loss of independence, reduced quality of life, and increased risk of death.
Read MoreAre You Getting Enough Fiber? Common Misconceptions Explained by a Mass General Brigham Researcher
Fiber is not just something doctors recommend when someone is constipated; it is an important part of a healthy overall diet.
Read MoreWhat’s True, What’s Not? Mass General Brigham Researchers Answer Common Heart Health Questions
Recent studies from investigators at the Mass General Brigham Heart and Vascular Institute shed light on facts and myths about heart disease.
Read MoreSuccessful Aging in Place: Why Planning Ahead is Crucial for Safety, Connection and Choice
Successful aging in place means planning for your abilities to change over time and identifying systems and people you can rely on for help.
Read MoreHow Everyday Environmental Exposures May Shape Our Health
Everyday environmental exposures, including air pollution, heat, and microplastics may be having a significant effect on our health.
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