The Johns Hopkins team that conducted the new study had previously shown that the molecule of interest, an “antisense ...

Venu Raman began his career in developmental biology, studying drosophila (fruit flies) and sea urchins. Improbably, that work would spark the development of one of the most promising potential cancer ...

Patella (kneecap) fractures (broken kneecap) are common injuries. About 1% of all broken bones are broken kneecaps. Fractures of the patella are most often caused by a direct blow to the knee, such as ...

What is advanced maternal age? Advanced maternal age, or geriatric pregnancy, refers to people who become pregnant at age 35 or older. The majority of healthy people who get pregnant in their late 30s ...

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center offers training and certification for those interested in becoming a Community Health Worker (CHW). Do you enjoy caring for others? A CHW can work in many ...

Extreme pain, known as a pain crisis, is one of the hallmark symptoms of SCD. With frequent hospitalizations, chronic pain ...

There are several types of hip arthritis, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis and post-traumatic arthritis. The causes of hip arthritis vary depending on the type. The ...

The right nutrition is always important for athletes, but it becomes crucial when preparing for a competition. What you eat and drink before and during an event can help or harm your performance.

The Trauma Injury Prevention Program at Johns Hopkins Hospital is dedicated to preventing avoidable injuries through research, education and community engagement. Our mission is to provide ...

Children look forward to the summer months, when a break from school gives them a chance to enjoy the outdoors, travel and relax with friends and family. However, it’s important to ensure that ...

Farmers Markets: Growing Healthier Families and Communities More and more markets are popping up in urban, suburban and rural areas alike, providing access to fresh, local foods and helping to inspire ...

Santi's sciatic nerve was severed in a boating accident, paralyzing his right leg. He and his family traveled from Texas to Baltimore, where they met with neurosurgeon Allan Belzberg and orthopaedic ...