NIH MedlinePlus Magazine

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Read the Summer 2013 Issue

In this Issue


	NIH Research: From the NIH Director Dr. Francis S. Collins: Unlocking the Brain The National Institutes of Health is leading a bold new project to revolutionize understanding of the human brain. It is called the BRAIN Initiative–short for Brain Research through Advancing Innovative Neurotechnologies. NIH Director Dr. Francis S. Collins recently outlined the challenge–and its potential benefits–for NIH MedlinePlus magazine… Continue Reading, "Unlocking the Brain"


	Skin Cancer Skin Cancer Can Strike Anyone Skin Cancer: Biology, Risk Factors & Treatment Timely Healthcare Checkup Catches Melanoma Early NIH Research to Results Skin and Sun – Safety First Quiz: Test Your Skin Cancer IQ


	Genetics 101 Genetics 101 – The Hereditary Material of Life GeneEd – A Genetics Educational Resource Using the Genetics Home Reference Website Understanding the Human Genome Project – A Fact Sheet


	Memory and Forgetfulness Understanding Memory Loss Memory Conditions at a Glance NIH Research


	Taking Medicines Safely Medicines: Use Them Safely At Your Doctor's Office Ask Your Pharmacist Now, It's Your Turn: How You Can Take Medicine Safely


	HealthLines Scientific Breakthrough: Creating a See-Through Brain Giving Statins a Second Chance Anti-Smoking Med Shows Promise for Treating Alcohol Dependence


	NIH Quickfinder and NIH MedlinePlus Advisory Group