Immune Receptor Plays Dual Role in Promoting T-cell Exhaustion in Cancer

A new Northwestern Medicine study has uncovered how a key immunoregulatory receptor plays an unexpected dual role in promoting T-cell exhaustion during chronic infection and cancer, according to findings published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences.

Treating a Rare Form of Obesity Caused by Brain Injury

A rare condition that causes rapid, uncontrollable weight gain can now be treated, according to a recent phase 3 clinical trial.

Daylight Saving Time Impacts Risk of Retinal Vascular Disease

For the first time, Northwestern Medicine scientists have detailed how autumn and spring daylight saving time transitions impact a person’s risk of developing retinal vascular disease.

‘Leaky’ Muscle Fibers Drive Immune Response in Muscular Dystrophy

A Northwestern Medicine study has uncovered how chronic defects in muscle membrane repair can fuel harmful inflammation.

New Rapid Diagnostic Clinics Provide Existing Northwestern Medicine Patients Faster Access to Care

Led by experienced specialists, the program offers affordable, high-quality travel health consultations for patients, staff and families.

Northwestern Medicine Study Investigates if Sinus Surgery Can Delay Onset of Asthma

A team of physicians examined whether endoscopic sinus surgery could influence the development of asthma or bronchiectasis in patients with chronic rhinosinusitis.

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