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Size matters in microbiome studies
The size of a microbiome sample from rectal swabs varies from patient to patient and can predict infection risk.
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Discovery of a “hidden gem” enables gene editing with a small but mighty CRISPR-Cas3 system
Enhanced research tool is a potential boon for research in genetic diseases and developmental biology.
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With no options left, patient feels lucky to be living thanks to a VAD
For one ventricular assist device patient, the chance to live a more active life had much more to do with helping others than himself.
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For Glioma patients, a mutated gene may open the door to new treatment options
Researchers discover how a gene mutation in the cancerous tumor leads to cell cycle dysregulation and heightened sensitivity to a class of inhibitors.
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Turning a psychiatric crisis into a chance to prevent firearm injury
Gun locks can reduce the risk of suicide, accidental injury and other firearm violence. A new program focuses on getting them into the hands of people at highest risk through the psychiatric emergency room.
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New training focuses on safety during home health care visits
From the implementation of role-play training to virtual sessions with life-size simulations, training for safety during home care visits is a priority more than ever.
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Woman shares life-altering surgical journey with thousands of YouTube followers
She was told the surgery couldn’t happen. Her doctors made it possible.
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Overcoming alcohol-related liver disease
Alcohol-related liver disease is becoming more common in younger people, as 38-year-old Sara Nabors learned first-hand. Through innovative care from Michigan Medicine experts, she has taken her life back.
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20 years after vasectomy, reversal helps parents conceive
Nearly two decades later, Joseph Lail and his second wife are starting the family they always dreamed of.
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Doctor revives fellow hockey player after cardiac arrest during game
Fast action by pediatric cardiologist, access to an AED save 47-year-old father of three’s life on the ice.
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Ivermectin Rx for COVID-19: Insurance coverage doesn’t match evidence
Study shows health plans paid most of the cost of ivermectin, despite drug’s lack of effect on COVID-19.
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Bare shelves in the blood bank means threat to patient care
A critical shortage of blood threatens the ability to do organ transplants and care for patients with cancer and injuries, so blood donors should make appointments immediately.
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Rising COVID-19 hospitalizations include more children in this surge, strain resources
Leaders at Michigan Medicine also announce new visitor restrictions at adult hospitals.
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Finding community to fight pediatric renovascular hypertension
The rare condition brought one Oregon family to Michigan, where a new international collaborative is improving outcomes and inviting families affected by the disease to join the network.
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Why these pediatricians vaccinated their 5-11-year-old children right away
They take care of other people’s children. Here, they explain how to protect yours.