Population Health & Outcomes
Many U.S. Travelers Don’t Get Measles Shot
A study led by Massachusetts General Hospital investigators found that many U.S adults travel abroad without first getting the full recommended course of measles vaccines. Researchers are now looking to find ways to increase the vaccination rate in order to protect travelers and the people they come in contact with back home. The measles virus…
Read MoreUsing Plain Language to Help Patients Cope with Cancer
Two Mass General doctors from the Cancer Center and the Division of Palliative Care are hoping to help answer those questions using clear and simple language.
Read MoreA New Strategy for Assessing Sleep Apnea Risk in Individuals with Down Syndrome
Investigators at the MassGeneral Hospital for Children have developed a promising new method for assessing the risk of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in children with Down syndrome.
Read MoreDr. Stanford Addresses Barriers and Disparities in Obesity Treatment
In her work as a clinician, researcher and educator, Stanford advocates for comprehensive obesity treatment that goes beyond behavioral therapy when necessary.
Read MoreCelebrating the Role of Women in Science and Much More
Interested in the newest research studies and hot topics? Check out the latest issues of “From the Lab Bench”, a monthly newsletter from the Office of the Scientific Director at the Mass General Research Institute, and “Research Roundup”, our monthly recap of the latest biomedical research news.
Read MoreAdhering to Treatment During Adolescence Keeps HIV-Positive Youth on a Healthier Track
Individuals born with HIV are more likely to have difficulty managing their treatment as teens and young adults than they did as children.
Read MoreRe-Thinking Mental Health Treatment: World Health Day 2017
Did you know that more than 300 million people worldwide live with depression? That number has increased 18% between 2005 and 2015, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). With such staggering numbers, it’s no surprise that WHO has chosen depression as its theme for this year’s World Health Day, which is celebrated today, April 7th.
Read MoreAre You Actually Allergic to Penicillin? Researchers Find New Methods to Confirm Antibiotic Allergies
Mass General researchers are working to increase the safe use of penicillins in patients who have a recorded penicillin allergy but are not actually allergic.
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