Potential Therapeutic Target for Schizophrenia Identified

Targeting calcium signaling in neurons may represent a promising therapeutic approach for treating a rare form of schizophrenia, according to a Northwestern Medicine study.

Longtime Alcohol Consumption Speeds Up Biological Aging

Consuming certain types of alcohol over long periods of time as well as binge drinking both speed up biological aging, according to a recent Northwestern Medicine study.

Investigating the Connection Between Steps and Heart Disease Risk

The recommendation to reach 10,000 steps a day has long been the standard for staying fit and improving heart health, but a recent study suggests that it might not be the magic number after all.

Workshop Teaches Medical Students Diagnosis Skills in Dermatology

During a recent workshop, small groups of students met with multiple patients who live with dermatological conditions to learn advanced diagnosis skills.

Dancer Back on his Toes After Paralyzing Spinal Cord Injury

Classically trained ballet and tap dancer Mauricio Fernandez almost had to put his dancing shoes away forever, but Northwestern Medicine physical therapists tapped into his love of dance to help him recover.

Northwestern Medicine Champion Network Members Improve Experiences for Black Patients

Vincia Addams, Karena Brown and their peers in the African Descendants Chapter identify concerns unique to Black patients and work to change protocols for better patient care.

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