A CRISPR-based fix for human sickle cells shows promise in mice
(By Sharon Begley for ST A T) S cientists have taken an important step toward using CRISPR-Cas9 genome-editing to cure
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God and the genome: As scientists cross new frontiers, a geneticist seeks allies among the faithful
(By Andrew Joseph for ST A T) R ANDALLSTOWN, Md. — Is the human genome sacred? Does editing it violate
Read MoreEverything Californians Wanted To Know About Their Health Plan (But Were Afraid To Ask)
(By Ana B. Ibarra for Kaiser Health News) It can be well worth the effort to go up against your
Read MoreHow Tiny Are Benefits From Many Tests And Pills? Researchers Paint A Picture
(By Jay Hancock for Kaiser Health News) Mammograms are said to cut the risk of dying from breast cancer by
Read MoreMedical equipment hits oldest average age since 1945
(By MacKenzie Bean for Becker’s Hospital Review) The average age of all fixed assets in the U.S. — including hospitals
Read MoreNew diabetes tech is coming. But will it make much difference?
(By Rebecca Robbins for ST A T) P harma and tech giants are pouring hundreds of millions into diabetes technology,
Read MoreChronic Care Management (CCM) Outsourcing Explored
The outsourcing of Chronic Care Management to external technology-based firms is explored in an article posted www.healthcare-informatics.com by David Raths.
Read MoreDo You Need Extra Screening For Breast Cancer? The Picture Is Blurry
(By Katherine Hobson for NPR) Mammography can prevent deaths from breast cancer, but it’s not a perfect test. Continue reading
Read MoreAs DNA reveals its secrets, scientists are assembling a new picture of humanity
(By Carl Zimmer for ST A T) When Benedict Paten stares at his computer monitor, he sometimes gazes at what
Read MoreIt’s not just apps. Health care innovation requires true communication
(By Karen DaSilva for ST A T) H ealth care, like many industries, places great emphasis on innovation. In just
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