May 8, 2020

What I Wish Women and Their Support Systems Knew About Miscarriage

Navigating the stigma, mental toll, and difficult conversations with family, friends, and doctors – a Jefferson researcher shares her experiences and what she’s learned from studying a grieving community.

May 5, 2020

Loneliness in Times of Isolation

Social isolation can change our brain and our lives. What are signs loneliness is affecting us, and how do we combat it?

April 6, 2020

Spread the Science, Not the Virus

Public health researchers at Jefferson recommend ways to avoid misinformation during the COVID19 pandemic, like seeking out trusted sources, local updates, and cross-checked information.

March 25, 2020

The Biology of Coronavirus Preventative Measures

Why do we take preventative measures during the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic?

March 20, 2020

Turning to Telemedicine in the Wake of Coronavirus

Jefferson’s Dr. Aditi Joshi shares some tips for how to use telemedicine effectively, keeping yourself and your community safe.

March 12, 2020

Gender Equity in Medicine – Have We Made Strides?

How inequities such as salary gaps and more subtle professional slights lead to the “invisibility” of mid-career women in academic medicine.

February 18, 2020

Life-Saving Drugs on Craigslist

Research shows a market for the sale of essential medications for asthma and diabetes, typically at lower prices on a popular online market-place.

February 11, 2020

Sleep Could Be the Missing Link in Certain Types of Dementia

In patients with dementia, a sleep deficits may link accumulation of beta-amyloid in the brain to cognitive impairment.

January 27, 2020

Summoning the Troops
to Attack Colon Cancer

Creating a promising cancer vaccine from scratch is a multigenerational effort.

December 6, 2019

Should I Be Worried About
Fatty Liver Disease?

Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease is serious but preventable. Learn if you’re at risk.

November 20, 2019

Are Cholesterol Lowering Medications Right for Older Adults?

While useful for many patients, statins may not be the right choice for seniors.