Post-Nobel Prize announcement, we're spotlighting the science behind the mRNA-based COVID-19 vaccine and how it may impact medicine broadly.
Category: Stanford Health Care
What you need to know this vaccination season
Stanford Medicine infectious disease expert Anne Liu provides guidance on the RSV, flu and new COVID-19 vaccines this fall.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month at Stanford Medicine
Stanford Medicine celebrates the contributions, care, and research that's by and for the Hispanic community.
How can medicine achieve more diversity in clinical trials?
Bonnie Maldonado speaks to the importance of broadening inclusivity of clinical trials to ensure treatments work for all people.
What physicians get wrong about the risks of being overweight
Stanford medicine statistician Maya Mathur found that doctors have misconceptions about being overweight shortening lifespans.
Stanford Medicine making strides in advancing women leaders
Stanford Medicine is celebrating Women in Medicine month and highlighting our high rate of women in high-level roles.
From brain injury to support group
For Kaitlyn McCaffery, a brain injury survivor, finding community was the key to lifting her spirits during recovery.
Ask Me Anything: Menopause
Karen Adams, MD, menopause expert, defines and discusses menopause, what to expect in this phase of life, and other helpful advice.
Migraine headaches: What are they and how do you treat them?
Stanford Medicine headache fellow Sheena Pillai explains what doctors know about migraine attacks and describes treatment options.
A night in the life of an emergency department physician
Al’ai Alvarez, MD, a night shift doctor, or nocturnist, illuminates the culture and environment of the emergency department at night.
Rethinking large language models in medicine
Stanford Medicine researchers and leaders discuss the need for medical and health professionals to shape the creation of large language models.
Tips for night workers from an emergency department physician
Al’ai Alvarez, MD, a nocturnist, explains how to take care of yourself when you’re on the overnight shift.
It’s not ‘just cannabis,’ Stanford Medicine expert warns
Stanford Medicine expert discusses the risks of cannabis addiction and how it impacts health, especially in young people.
Unconventional Paths: Rock climber turned trauma surgeon
Once a professional climber, Joe Forrester had a near-death experience that put him on a path to be a trauma surgeon at Stanford Medicine.
Contributing to greener Stanford Medicine operating rooms
Stanford Medicine sustainability experts work with researchers, doctors and environmental professionals to ensure greener operating rooms.
Preparing schools for a greener future
Stanford Medicine experts, nonprofit leaders, policy makers and others "green" schools and prepare them for a climate resilient future.