In 2010, Rebecca Skloot published The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks, a compelling look at Henrietta Lacks’ story, her impact on medical science, and important bioethical issues. That book became ...

There are only four kinds of people in this world: those who have been caregivers, those who are currently caregivers, those who will be caregivers and those who will need caregivers. Caregiving is ...

Our Scar Revision Clinic uses laser therapy — the latest and most effective technique to flatten, soften and reduce pigmentation of scars. Our team of scar specialists on the plastic and ...

On the go. After hours. Johns Hopkins OnDemand Virtual Care provides easy access to care — from the convenience of your mobile device or computer. You can talk to a health care provider who can ...

A bone density scan, also called DEXA, uses an X-ray to measure the bone mineral content and density. A DEXA scan produces more detailed images than a standard X-ray and helps to identify fragile ...

Marion Bennett received a lifesaving heart transplant from Johns Hopkins Medicine. Marion was born with transposition of the great arteries, a condition that weakened her heart over time. Learn how ...