Researchers found that a mindset intervention could improve the self-reported overall quality of life for adults undergoing cancer treatment.
Category: Wellness
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.
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.
Answers to your menopause (and perimenopause) questions
Leah Millheiser, MD answers basic questions, shares little-known facts and encourages doctors to learn about this biological phase.
Female distance runners improve health — and speed — with better diet
Stanford Medicine researchers find that with improved nutrition, female runners suffer less injuries and improve health overall.
Stanford Medicine researchers map morphing placenta
Researchers at Stanford Medicine have created a detailed map of how cells in the placenta change during pregnancy.
Satisfaction with online dating app depends on what you’re looking for
A new study shows that some Tinder users access the the app to cope with negative emotions, but they may not find what they’re looking for.
Scientists talk aging, mental health and diet at Health Matters
Scientists and doctors discuss aging, healthy diets and new treatments for mental health at this year's Health Matters event.
What’s the deali-O with new weight loss drugs? Part 1
Stanford Medicine researchers weigh in on the promise and peril of increasingly popular diabetes drugs being used for weight loss.
Stanford Medicine magazine: Solving for health’s social hurdles
Achieving more equitable health outcomes calls for understanding and addressing societal challenges in places we live, work and play.
Biomarkers predict weight loss, suggest personalized diets
Researchers compared diets and found that some people responded better to different types of nutrition when it comes to weight loss.
A 2022 recap: Most read, most viewed and most popular on social media
As the year comes to a close, we're sharing the most-read stories, most-viewed videos and most popular stories on social media of 2022.
Screen time: The good, the healthy and the mind-numbing
Researchers at Stanford Medicine are exploring the impact of screen time and how to create solutions that support health.
Are ‘natural’ skin products irritating your skin?
Two Stanford Medicine dermatology experts weigh in on the possible allergies associated with "natural" skincare products.
Heartbeats and Hiccups: Serving those who serve
Stanford Medicine human resources leaders speak to their experiences in the military and their trajectory to medicine.