New artificial intelligence tools have the potential to revolutionize health care. But Stanford researchers argue that disparities could worsen without intervention now.
Health care providers must reckon with inherent race-based biases in medicine, which can reinforce false stereotypes in algorithms and lead to improper treatment recommendations or late diagnoses.
New guidelines will continue to ensure the safety of the nation's blood supply, according to the Food and Drug Administration.
Bright Zhou learned from an interest in studying ancient DNA how storytelling is at the root of good family medicine.
Medical student Melissa Eidman speaks to her motivation to pursue medicine and how it intertwines with her Native heritage.
September is Suicide Prevention Month and mental health experts at Stanford Medicine have important information to share.
Nichole Tyson, MD, has advice for young people seeking help for menstrual problems – including painful, irregular or heavy periods.
The applications for AI in medicine are being explored deeply at Stanford Medicine and elsewhere. Putting guardrails in place now is crucial.
Stanford Medicine celebrates the contributions, care, and research that's by and for the Hispanic community.
Bonnie Maldonado speaks to the importance of broadening inclusivity of clinical trials to ensure treatments work for all people.
Stanford medicine statistician Maya Mathur found that doctors have misconceptions about being overweight shortening lifespans.
Researchers found that a mindset intervention could improve the self-reported overall quality of life for adults undergoing cancer treatment.
For Kaitlyn McCaffery, a brain injury survivor, finding community was the key to lifting her spirits during recovery.
A Stanford Medicine expert has tips for parents wondering how to help teens balance mental health concerns and social media use.
Karen Adams, MD, menopause expert, defines and discusses menopause, what to expect in this phase of life, and other helpful advice.
Addiction expert Keith Humphreys discusses how to change the opioid narrative and treat the condition like a chronic disease.
