A common blood test for ovarian cancer is more likely to fall short for Black and Native American women
A study from the Perelman School of Medicine indicates that a common test for ovarian cancer is less effective for Black and Native American women than for others.
Cuts to Medicaid will set the U.S. back 35 years in dementia care
In an opinion essay, Jason Karlawish of the Perelman School of Medicine says that reducing, rationing, or closing Medicaid services will be catastrophic for patients with dementia and their families.
PCOS with diagnosed depression may signal greater cardiometabolic risk
A study by Anuja Dokras of the Perelman School of Medicine and colleagues finds that women with polycystic ovary syndrome and a diagnosis of depression are 56% more likely to develop metabolic syndrome compared to women without depression, increasing the risk of type 2 diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
The invisible workforce: The hidden costs of care for an older adult
Rachel Werner of the Perelman School of Medicine and Leonard Davis Institute says that two-thirds of people older than 65 will need long-term care at some point in their lives.
A stinky frog facilitates the development of synthetic antibiotics against resistant pathogens
César de la Fuente of the Perelman School of Medicine and School of Engineering and Applied Science and colleagues are using frog secretions to develop synthetic peptides with antibiotic capacities against pathogens that resist current drugs.
Jaehyung Ahn will return to his work as a South Korean police officer after graduation, aiming to work with international agencies.
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From Korean policing to international law enforcement
The Cora Ingrum Center: Supporting the next generation of engineers
Class of 1996 alumna Elizabeth Banks will address the Class of 2025 at Penn’s 269th Commencement on May 19.
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Actor, director, producer, Penn alumna Elizabeth Banks to speak at 269th Commencement
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Gymnastics wins fourth straight GEC title in convincing fashion
“Our results showed that simple, low-cost nudges can help teachers support student progress in math,” says Penn psychology professor Angela Duckworth.
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