Health Lab Articles
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Weighing Risks and Benefits for Glaucoma Patients During COVID-19
Michigan Medicine ophthalmologists create a scalable algorithm for triaging appointments during the pandemic
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Researcher’s Unique Focus on Medical Education Earns Honor
How one Michigan Medicine researcher’s Fulbright Scholar award will impact future work at Michigan Medicine.
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Clashing Meds Can Put Older Adults at Risk, But Many Don’t Check with a Pharmacist
Medication reviews can spot risky drug interactions and chances to save money on prescriptions, but most older adults haven’t had one.
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“It’s Important to See the Patient as a Person”
When a retired nurse unexpectedly found herself as the patient in the emergency department, personally connecting with her care team made all the difference – even if they are college football rivals.
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A New Tongue, a New Baby and a New Approach to Treatment
Morgan Evans thought she’d have to choose between her unborn baby and treating her aggressive tongue cancer. Her team at Michigan Medicine thought otherwise.
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A Researcher Reflects on Progress Fighting Hepatitis C – and a Path Forward
The hepatitis C virus was discovered in 1989 – research that’s now earned a Nobel Prize.
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Big Costs for Small Patients with Rare Diseases, Study Finds
Percentage of all child health spending that went to orphan drugs rose 65% in five years, while families’ portion rose even faster.
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Students Share Medical School Details You Won’t Find Anywhere Else
From favorite electives and research opportunities to student life and finding support during challenging times, Michigan medical students provide their insights.
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What Do Teens and Young Adults Need to Get Through the Pandemic? Survey Gives Insights
The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting teen and college-age Americans in many ways, including their mental health.
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Antibiotics Could Replace or Delay Surgery for Appendicitis in Adults
Findings from the largest trial of its kind to date point to more control over treatment choices for patients with appendicitis.
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Preparing Adolescents With Epilepsy to Manage Care through Adulthood
Assessment tool helps doctors ensure adolescents and young adults with epilepsy have the skills and confidence they need to take control of seizures and health care.
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Should You Do Self Breast Exams?
Once considered vital for early breast cancer detection, the breast self-examination is now optional for most women. A breast cancer expert explains what’s changed.
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High Throughput Screening Identifies Molecules That Reduce Cellular Stress
While there is no actual fountain of youth, a new study shows a high throughput technique could help researchers find drugs that improve health and lengthen lifespan.
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High Blood Pressure Linked to Baroreflex in Rats
Animal model observation may reveal new cause of hypertension.
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Adapting Common Fall Sports for People with Disabilities
During the COVID-19 pandemic, a Michigan Medicine program launches a new video series to make fall sports accessible for people with disabilities.
