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5 ways to banish homework battles
Homework requires a child to make an effort, of course. But parents can help set the stage for success by establishing a routine and rewarding good behavior.
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Dying Alone During a Pandemic
Surgical residents encourage innovation to improve virtual connections between hospitalized COVID-19 patients, loved ones.
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With the COVID-19 Curve Flattening, It's Time to Prevent a Second Peak
As pressure mounts to reverse the stay-home orders for COVID-19 prevention, a medical historian warns of the dangers of a double-humped curve.
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Conquering COVID-19: Michigan Medicine’s First Patient Shares His Story
The first coronavirus patient in Michigan Medicine’s care was not only a father of three, but a double lung transplant recipient. COVID-19 came to their home, but the family made a full recovery.
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Diagnostic Biomarkers Uncovered for Rare Kidney Cancer
Using next-generation RNA sequencing combined with data from local sources and The Cancer Genome Atlas, U-M researchers have uncovered the gene signature for chromophobe renal cell carcinoma (ChRCC).
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Waiting to Dive Back In
Beating cancer and recovering from a leg amputation imposed its own form of isolation on Kara Wolter, but now, ready to get back to her lifelong love of swimming, the COVID-19 pandemic has imposed new restrictions.
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Ranitidine Recall: Alternative Treatments for Heartburn
Dr. William Chey, gastroenterologist, discusses the treatment of heartburn now that ranitidine (Zantac) has been recalled by the FDA.
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Blood Pressure Associated with Racial Differences in Cognitive Decline
Researchers target blood pressure in quest to understand, reduce racial disparities in dementia development.
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New Report Details Strategies for COVID-19 Critical Care Surge
A new report from Michigan Medicine researchers and the RAND Corporation offers evidence-based strategies for expanding critical care resources for COVID-19 patients.
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Repurposed Industrial Respirator Could Free Ventilators for COVID-19 Patients
Researchers have developed a negative pressure helmet for COVID-19 patients, providing more protection for health care workers and reducing strain on other essential medical equipment.
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What to Know About COVID-19 if You Have Diabetes
An endocrinologist with diabetes shares guidance on how to manage the condition during the pandemic.
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Emergency Departments Across Michigan Collaborate on COVID-19 Response
A collaborative group of emergency departments across the State of Michigan are fighting COVID-19 by helping each other through the coordination of the Michigan Emergency Department Improvement Collaborative (MEDIC).
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Switching Gears at High Speed for Hospital COVID-19 Care
The COVID-19 pandemic caused by the novel coronavirus has led hospitals to enlist physicians to practice outside their usual specialty. This CME may help.
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Identical Mice, Different Gut Bacteria, Different Levels of Cancer
A new study examines why different types of gut bacteria impact the development or suppression of colorectal cancer in mice.
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How to Prevent 7 Common Pediatric Injuries
Avoiding the emergency room for preventable childhood injuries is especially as the COVID-19 pandemic continues. A Michigan Medicine expert gives guidance on how to practice prevention for common child safety pitfalls, and avoid the ER.