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SOM News
June 11, 2026
Fraud detection critical to online health research, study finds
While online research is a useful way to reach people who may not take part in in-person studies, researchers are increasingly concerned that fake, automated, and duplicate survey responses can reduce data quality and compromise findings.
June 11, 2026
California Medical Scholars Program Helps Build a Diverse Physician Workforce
In 2020, Ariel Galindo’s mother broke seven bones in a fall, leaving her bedridden and in pain. Observing her treatments, Galindo noted that her physician wasn't addressing the pain she was experiencing. “I immediately thought to myself, ‘Why doesn't this physician have that training that would make him actually have a better interaction with my mom?’” he recalled. “That’s when I decided, well, if it’s not there, I can bring it to the profession.”
June 10, 2026
Taming the Self-Eating Dragon
For someone living with multiple sclerosis (MS), each day calls for resolve, flexibility, and the quiet celebration of small victories that often go unseen. Morning stiffness or numbness can turn simple tasks into exhausting challenges, while afternoon energy may come in brief, unpredictable windows. By evening, fatigue and pain can take over, and sleep might seem impossible due to insomnia or bring little relief.
