World's first patient treated with personalized CRISPR therapy
In a historic medical breakthrough, a child diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder has been successfully treated with a customized CRISPR gene editing therapy by a team at Children’s Hospital of...
View ArticleMedicaid loss linked to high mortality among low-income adults
A new study finds that loss of the Medicare Part D Low-Income Subsidy is linked to higher mortality rates among older adults.
View ArticleEnhanced CAR T cell therapy offers new strategy for lymphoma
A phase I study of a next-generation CAR T cell therapy showed a 52 percent complete remission rate for patients with relapsed/refractory lymphoma.
View ArticleDeeply Rooted models community-academic action for health justice
Deeply Rooted has planted over 1,000 trees, greened over 1,000 vacant lots, and funded 79 community grants.
View ArticleNew AI technique uncovers antiviral compounds
New Penn Medicine research finds that AI algorithms, when combined with traditional laboratory methods, can uncover promising drug leads against human enterovirus 71.
View ArticlePenn Medicine breaks ground on fourth proton therapy center
Penn Medicine celebrated the groundbreaking of the Roberts Proton Therapy Center at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in University City, which is expected to open for patient care in late 2027.
View ArticleNew Medicare program could cut drug cost–if patients enroll
Analysis finds the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (MPPP) could help patients avoid large out-of-pocket payments for their first oral cancer prescription.
View ArticlePenn at the 2025 American Urological Association Meeting
At the 2025 American Urological Association Annual Meeting, Penn Medicine researchers will present their own research, discuss updates to clinical guidelines, and explore advancements in urological care.
View ArticleNudge boosts statin-prescribing, means fewer pharmacy trips
Statins are lifesaving to those with high cholesterol, but patients don’t always take them. A nudge that increased long-term prescriptions could be key.
View ArticleFirst new subtype of Castleman disease discovered in 45 years
The spectrum of the rare disorder is expanded with discovery, highlighting the importance of collaboration with patient advocates.
View ArticleChildren face elevated health risks after COVID infection
Long COVID can result in increased risk for a variety of serious health problems for young people, including those affecting the kidney, gut, and cardiovascular system, according to Penn Medicine...
View ArticleCOVID vaccine protected kids from long COVID
Instead of special protection against long COVID, vaccines kept children and adolescents from developing the condition by blocking COVID-19 infections in the first place.
View ArticlePenn Medicine at the AACR Annual Meeting 2025
Penn researchers will present on the latest advances in cancer science and medicine at the American Association for Cancer Research Annual Meeting.
View ArticleWyss donation creates Penn orthoplastic surgery hub
The $4.9 million donation will create the Wyss Orthoplastic Global Education and Innovation Hub at Penn, creating opportunities for fellowships, education, and research.
View ArticleShelley Berger, PhD, honored by AACR for cancer research
Shelley L. Berger, PhD, has been awarded the 2025 AACR-Women in Cancer Research Charlotte Friend Lectureship for outstanding contributions to cancer research.
View ArticlePenn Medicine breaks ground on Montgomeryville outpatient center
$270 million Penn Medicine Montgomeryville to expand access to advanced care in Philadelphia’s northern suburbs.
View ArticleKaren Pinsky, MD, appointed CEO of Chester County Hospital
Pinsky assumes the role of Chester County Hospital CEO after nearly a year as interim CEO and two decades as a physician leader and pediatrician.
View ArticleCould laughing gas be used for depression treatment?
A Penn study reveals laughing gas targets brain cells to lift mood fast in mice, offering hope for treatment-resistant cases.
View ArticleCAREs grant helps patients share their own health care story
24 grants help to power community service projects led by faculty, staff and students.
View ArticleDoylestown Health joins University of Pennsylvania Health System
The Bucks County system’s integration into UPHS will expand access to advanced health care for patients and families in the suburbs of Philadelphia.
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