Medical research shapes healthcare every day, but not all studies are created equal. Knowing the differences can help you feel more confident reading health information online and understanding what ...

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In recent book, UChicago’s Nicole P. Marwell and Jennifer E. Mosley argue that the research method isn’t always the best tool ...

This transcript has been edited for clarity. Eric J. Topol, MD: Hello. This is Eric Topol with my co-host Abraham Verghese for Medscape Medicine and the Machine. We have Professor Trisha Greenhalgh ...

Tesamorelin can selectively reduce visceral fat, as demonstrated in RCTs. But the real story is what it reveals about ...

New vaccines are often evaluated in trials in which some participants receive a placebo. But not all studies can be designed this way. By Teddy Rosenbluth The Department of Health and Human Services ...