Research finds juvenile myositis and lupus share an inflammatory pathway, but their  pathophysiological differences may serve as diagnostic biomarkers in future studies.

A meta-analysis finds that vision impairment and blindness are tied to an increased risk of mortality, prompting the need to address global eye health disparities.

A human genetics investigator discusses new RNA research developments that may aid in treating and preventing rare genetic diseases.

University of Michigan research into COVID-19 complications, cancer and surprise medical bills competes among the nation’s top discoveries of the past year.

A new analysis finds higher baseline cognition scores for aging women, but a more rapid drop once cognitive decline begins.

A team explores the possible association between human genetic variants and liver attenuation that may also indicate a new pathway for lowering triglycerides and cholesterol.

A biorepository of samples from people with COVID-19 is on ice in the same kind of -80 freezers that are used to store vaccines.

Isolation of a person with COVID-19 within a house or apartment is important for keeping coronavirus from spreading to the people they live with, but a study shows disparities in access to isolation spaces.

A new potential biomarker raises concerns over the current standard for treating COVID-19 induced blood clots with high dose blood thinners.

As Crohn’s disease rates increase steadily, effective evidence-based ways to treat the complex disease are more important than ever.

Approach could improve predictive value of genetic screening.

Giving flies a choice of foods changes the chemical messaging in their brain that is responsible for coordinating metabolism, shortening their lifespan as a result.

A meta-analysis of lupus finds the disease is less common than previously thought, but disproportionally affects women and racial and ethnic minorities of both sexes.

New variants of the coronavirus make masks even more important in the COVID-19 pandemic. Tips for wearing, washing and choosing a mask.

Are women physicians fairly represented in the COVID-19 news cycle? A medical student and clinician team up to study diversity and representation in pandemic media coverage.