Trauma Surgeon Advocates for Injury Prevention Laws...
The pen is mightier than the scalpel when it comes to preventing injuries, says Peter Masiakos, MD, who leads the MGH Trauma Injury Prevention and Outreach Program.
Disparities: MGH President Urges Further Action...
Mass General President Peter L. Slavin, MD, says that, despite progress, a tremendous amount of work remains to be done to eradicate lingering racial disparities in health care.
Diversity: Mass General Pursues Array of Initiatives...
Over the past decade, Massachusetts General Hospital has launched a variety of diversity initiatives to address disparities in care and employment.
Nobel Laureate Reflects on Future of U.S. Science...
Mass General molecular biologist Jack Szostak, PhD, says that, despite funding challenges, it is still a great time to be involved in science and research.
Research Institute Aims to Support MGH Scientists...
With federal funding for research uncertain, the scientific director of the MGH Research Institute discusses alternative ways to provide sustainable and rewarding careers for the next generation of scientists.
Addiction Expert Praises Police Treatment Effort...
A Mass General addiction expert says one police department’s emphasis on treatment over arrest is an encouraging step in addressing the drug epidemic.
Health Disparities Reduced by Program’s Actions...
For ten years, the Disparities Solutions Center has been using Mass General’s successes in reducing health disparities to engage others nationally.
FDA Should Strengthen E-Cigarette Rules to Protect Children, MGHfC Experts Say...
While the safety of e-cigarettes remains unproven, Mass General pediatricians are pushing the FDA for more protection for children.
Mass General Deploys Medical Teams to Assist in Philippines Relief Efforts...
Mass General deployed four medical teams consisting of nurses, physicians and other staff to aid in Philippines relief efforts following Typhoon Haiyan.
MGH Expert Optimistic about Addiction Recovery...
In the face of a growing heroin epidemic, MGH psychologist John Kelly, PhD, strives to provide easy access to science-based information about recovery.