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The Connection Between Migraines and Stroke and Improving Health Outcomes in Black Women
Andrea Harriott, MD, PhD, is a neurology researcher at studying the connection between migraine and stroke and the impact these conditions have on Black women.
COVID-19 and the Holidays: Tips on How to Celebrate Safely
Mass General infectious disease specialists share a few tips on how to safely celebrate Thanksgiving and the upcoming holidays.
Make Your Message Stick: Tips for Research Communication and Outreach from Dr. Renee Salas
Conversations with stakeholders, the public and the media can all help to expand the reach of your scientific research.
58 Mass General Investigators Named Highly Cited Researchers of 2020
Feeling Pandemic Stress? How Mindfulness Techniques and These Brain-Friendly Habits Can Help
Rudy Tanzi, PhD, shares science-backed mindfulness tips to promote brain health and reduce stress as the pandemic continues.
How Developing More Accessible Patient Education Tools Could Reduce Disparities in Breast Cancer Screening and Care
Randy C. Miles, MD, MPH, and Constance Lehman, MD, PhD, recently investigated the readability of patient education content on breast density and found many resources do not meet the AMA recommendation of a sixth grade reading level.
2020 MGRI Image Contest: Meet the Winner and Finalists
The third-annual MGRI Image Contest yielded 55 images. We are excited to announce eight finalists, including one winner and one honorable mention.
Vitamin D Levels Could Help Identify Patients at Risk of Increased Opioid Use After Surgery
Opioids can be an effective painkiller following major surgery but prescribing them is not without risk.
Weekend Links: Spooky Science Stories for Halloweekend
We may be celebrating a bit differently this year, but it doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy spooky season. Check out these science-themed stories to get in the Halloween spirit!
How Scientists at Mass General and the Broad Institute Launched a Study in Days to Probe COVID-19’s Unpredictability
During the spring COVID-19 surge, a remarkable team research effort took place to quickly learn more about the disease.