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Tim Evans, diagnosed with ALS in 2014, chose to become the first volunteer in groundbreaking research at Johns Hopkins Medicine instead of letting his disease define his final chapter. His decision could help improve quality of life for thousands of ALS patients diagnosed each year.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine have developed a new way to deliver healing therapy directly to the uterine lining, restoring fertility in mice with damaged tissue. The breakthrough offers hope for people struggling with infertility who haven't found success with current treatments.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine developed a magnetic imaging technique that lets them watch therapeutic cells travel through the body, potentially revolutionizing how doctors personalize cancer and autoimmune treatments. The breakthrough could help ensure every patient gets exactly the right dose delivered to the right place.
As psychedelic therapy grows nationwide, Johns Hopkins launched America's first clinic dedicated to treating rare but serious long-term side effects. The specialized center offers hope to patients who didn't know help existed.
Matthew Hartshorn didn't just compete at the NCAA Championships—he shattered his own school record and claimed his third All-America honor. The senior's performance marked a historic moment for Johns Hopkins swimming.
A Johns Hopkins senior just became only the third fencer in school history to reach 300 career wins, leading her team to second place at nationals. The Blue Jays also captured their first sabre team championship in five years.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins developed a nose-delivered vaccine that helps the body fight tuberculosis, the world's deadliest infectious disease. Early tests show it could shorten treatment times and prevent drug-resistant strains.
Johns Hopkins University just launched "job family reunions" to help over 200 employees discover new career paths without leaving the institution. The first event connected staff across administrative, research, and human resources roles with mentors and career development resources.
Johns Hopkins University's athletic department just shattered its fundraising record, pulling in nearly $9 million to support student athletes. The money will help hundreds of competitors access better coaching, mental health resources, and cutting-edge sports science.
Two Johns Hopkins doctoral students just received prestigious scholarships to advance critical cancer research. Their work could help unlock new treatments and understand why some cancers affect certain groups more than others.
A new stem cell transplant developed at Johns Hopkins has cured sickle cell disease in 95% of patients, using half-matched donors like parents or siblings. The breakthrough means nearly every sickle cell patient can now access a cure that also preserves fertility.
As Johns Hopkins celebrates its 150th anniversary, the institution now supports one in every five jobs in Baltimore and delivers a staggering $19.4 billion annual economic impact to the city. The university and health system have spent over $1 billion with local businesses since 2015, transforming how anchor institutions invest in their communities.
A team of researchers across five countries just received $24 million to find a cure for hepatitis B, a virus that affects 300 million people worldwide. The five-year effort could finally bring hope to millions living with a disease that currently has no cure.
Penn State's men's lacrosse team delivered a stunning 16-8 upset victory over top-seeded Johns Hopkins to claim their second Big Ten Tournament championship. The Nittany Lions dominated the same stadium where they last won the conference title in 2019.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins Medicine developed a breakthrough mRNA treatment that successfully restored embryo implantation in mice with damaged uterine linings, offering new hope for people struggling with infertility. The therapy targets the womb directly and could help patients who can't achieve pregnancy even with IVF.
Namibia's health ministry has distributed 58 essential medicines and medical supplies to hospitals nationwide since July, including cancer drugs and diabetes medication. The deliveries are helping doctors treat patients who previously faced shortages of life-saving treatments.
A botanist with 45 years of gardening experience reveals seven medicinal plants that Indian families can grow at home with minimal effort. From memory-boosting Brahmi to healing Neem, these traditional plants offer natural remedies while requiring little maintenance.
In China, people pour leftover herbal medicine onto streets so others can walk over it, believing it spreads healing. The custom traces back 1,400 years to a legendary physician who turned discarded remedies into community wellness.
A systems architect in Kerala has spent 15 years transforming his 4-acre farm into a living pharmacy with over 500 rare and common medicinal plants. From herbs that curb sugar cravings to plants that counteract viper venom, Ezekiel Poulose is preserving nature's healing power one sapling at a time.
Scientists at Johns Hopkins discovered that a "dormant" brain protein is actually a powerful switch that could lead to new treatments for anxiety, schizophrenia, and movement disorders. The breakthrough reveals how these mysterious proteins actively control how brain cells communicate.
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