A gene called high mobility group A1 (HMGA1) may be the key that opens the door to the development of colon cancer, according ...

As key members of the Johns Hopkins Department of Genetic Medicine, genetic counselors help patients with rare diseases ...

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MRI uses high-powered magnets and radio waves to produce images of organs and structures inside the body. The MRI scanner is shaped like a building block with a very large hole in the middle where the ...

To schedule an exam with Johns Hopkins Medical Imaging, you can call 443-997-7237 or log into MyChart to schedule mammograms, ultrasounds, x-rays, CT, DEXA or select MRI and select PET/CT exams. If ...

The story portrayed in The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks points to several important bioethical issues, including informed consent, medical records privacy, and communication with tissue donors and ...

In 2010, Rebecca Skloot published The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, a compelling look at Henrietta Lacks’ story, her impact on medical science, and important bioethical issues. That book became ...

There are only four kinds of people in this world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers. Caregiving is ...

An adrenal tumor is an abnormal growth on one or both adrenal glands. These relatively rare tumors are most often benign (noncancerous), but they can also be malignant (cancerous). While many adrenal ...

Positron emission tomography (PET) scans create images to show how well organs or tissues in the body are functioning or look for the presence of disease. PET scans are routinely used in combination ...

The Johns Hopkins Division of General Internal Medicine (GIM) Housestaff Research Awards recognize and celebrate exceptional research contributions. Established to highlight innovative and impactful ...

On the go. After hours. Johns Hopkins OnDemand Virtual Care provides easy access to care — from the convenience of your mobile device or computer. You can talk to a health care provider who can ...