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30,000 Feet and No Heart Monitor
How wearable tech could improve in-flight care when doctors have no tools — and no time to waste.
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Chief Residents Announced for 2026-27
The class of 2026-27 Chief Residents have been announced: Evan Beiter, Faraah Bekheet, Eduardo Perez Guerrero, and Morgan Shannon.
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Mark Cuban Comes to Stanford with a Diagnosis — and a Prescription — for American Healthcare
Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban joined Stanford Medicine to share bold ideas for fixing America’s “broken” healthcare system — starting with price transparency.
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Taking Allergy Research Further
Stanford researchers are advancing allergy care—from addressing disparities in Asian American communities to exploring environmental impacts of asthma inhalers.
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The Engine of Innovation: Ten Years of SCCR at Stanford Medicine
Celebrating 10 years of SCCR at Stanford—advancing clinical trials, digital health, and training programs that drive real-world impact in patient care.
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Pairing Technology and Teamwork To Tackle High Blood Pressure
A Stanford-led study shows how an EHR alert system, paired with medical assistant engagement, improved hypertension detection and control across primary care clinics.
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Understanding Malaria, Immunity, and Hope for the Future
Prasanna Jagannathan, MD, shares new insights into malaria immunity and hope for future prevention.
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What Rare Genetics Mutations Are Telling Us About Lifespan
What if hidden genetic mutations could predict early death—even in healthy people? A Stanford study uncovers rare variants quietly shaping our lifespan.
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A Closer Look at the Hidden Crisis Among Never-Smokers
Lung cancer in never-smokers is rising. Stanford experts explore causes, risks, and solutions at the inaugural Lung Cancer Summit.
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Public Health in the Age of AI and Climate Change
Learn how AI is transforming public health research by linking environmental exposures to autoimmune disease in vulnerable communities. Featuring computer scientist Suzanne Tamang.
Policy Options to Reduce Prescription Drug Costs Across Medicare, Medicaid, and Commercial Insurance
October 1, 2024. Kavitha Patel, MD, MS, and Kevin Schulman, MD, MBA, argue that comprehensive reforms – such as expanding Medicare's negotiation power, reforming Medicaid drug rebates, and other sensible policy solutions – are critical to safeguarding the financial health of Medicare and ensuring that millions of beneficiaries can access the medications they need without facing undue financial hardship.
