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One stroke patient's journey to help researchers understand if brain implants connected to a robotic arm brace can help him…and eventually other survivors…restore movement. Watch the video of his story.
A study of national data shows the devastating impact the pandemic has had on those with intellectual disabilities and their caregivers.
Research Portraits -- Kihong Ku: bridging technology, textile design and architecture.
In this graphic, Resa Lewiss explains how gender inequalities arise in academic medicine.
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Mind over MatterSerruya | Neuro | 3.3
Addressing the Gaps in Disability EducationWilliams | Rehab | 3.5
After the Elderly, Those with Intellectual Disabilities are at Greatest Risk of Death from COVID-19Gleason + Ross | Medicine | 3.5
All-Encompassing Degree Program Highlights University’s Cannabis ExpertiseWorster | Health Professions | 3.8
Professor Fashions Unique Coat for Pioneering Jefferson Stroke PatientHand | Fashion Design | 3.9
How Can We Improve Mental Health Care for Women, Children and Families?Kumar | Nursing | 3.12
Imposter Syndrome is Common among High Achievers in Med SchoolRosenthal | Medicine | 3.16
Jefferson Propels Students to the Next Career StepMultiple | 3.16
Examining the Value of Lumbar Spine SurgeryHarrop | Surgery | 3.17
Why Wearing a Mask Can Be ControversialCasola | Pop Health | 3.18
Communicating the Pandemic’s Effects on Culture and Society Through DataWalker | Communications | 3.23
Resa Lewiss - Flattening the Gender Gap, Graphic -- Featured TweetLewiss | Medicine | 3.23
How Can Textiles Be Applied to Develop Novel Building Envelopes?Ku | Architecture | 3.29
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The Need to Improve Poststroke Care: Mijail Serruya, MD, PhD - Neurology LiveThe Future of Restoring Functionality in Stroke Survivors - Reach MDSerruya | Neuro
Major Study Finds Obesity Significantly Increases Risk Of Dying From Covid - Kaiser Health News Philly doctor says people with intellectual disabilities at greater risk for COVID-19 - KYW NewsRadioPeople With Intellectual Disabilities at High Risk for Fatal COVID-19 - HealthDay NewsVaccine Rollout Leaves Behind the Blind, Paralyzed, Autistic - Bloomberg NewsMinus a working federal autism committee, advocates pushed for COVID-era change - WHYYPhiladelphia parents of kids with disabilities aren’t eligible for the vaccine. But they would be if they lived elsewhere in Pa. - Philadelphia InquirerGleason + Ross | Medicine
Digitial Onboarding Uses Telehealth to Start Conversations With Patients - mHealth IntelligenceProgram helps patients set up telehealth services amid COVID-19 - HealioRising + Frasso | Pop Health
Expert Point of View: Ana Maria Lopez, MD - The ASCO PostLopez | Cancer
Cost of an Excellent Education - Inside Higher EdGomella Lauds Breakthroughs in GU Cancers - Oncology Live MagazineEmerging biomarkers and techniques in prostate cancer diagnosis - Urology TimesGomella | Cancer
PARP Inhibitors, Novel Combos Represent the Future in Metastatic CRPC - Onc LiveKelly | Cancer
Outcomes Better for Lumbar Fusion Surgery Aligned With Guidance - HealthDay NewsLumbar fusions have 3X greater chance of positive outcomes with evidence-based guidelines, study finds - Becker's Spine ReviewPatients who fit guidelines for lumbar fusion more likely to have positive outcomes - Reuters Health/MD AlertUse of evidence-based guidelines for lumbar fusion improved patient outcomes - Healio- OrthopedicsHarrop | Surgery
Jefferson bioprocessing institute to more than double its space and staff in major expansion - Philly Biz JournalShamlou | JIB
Debilitating doubt: Most first-year medical students struggle with imposter syndrome - Study FindsMedical Students Are Suffering from Imposterism, New Study Shows – PreMedLifeImposter syndrome is common among high achievers - Vet CandyRosenthal | Medicine
Overcoming Gender Disparity in Evaluating Sexual Health Following a Cancer Diagnosis - The ASCO PostTaylor | Cancer
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