Health Lab Articles
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Tackling Tumors That Always Come Back: New Brain Cancer Research Could Improve Outcomes
A genetic mutation makes a glioma subtype resistant to radiation, but a new study finds a potential way around it using currently available drugs.
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Hospitals Send Some Patients Home With Risky Antibiotic Prescriptions
Targeting fluoroquinolone prescribing in hospitals is effective, a 48-hospital study shows, but many patients still get discharge prescriptions for them.
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Some Primary Care Doctors Not Prepared to Help with Cancer Treatment Decisions
Up to 1/3 of primary care providers discussed breast cancer treatment options with patients but many report gaps in their knowledge.
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Why Shame Keeps Patients from Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment
Fear of public embarrassment and career repercussions prevent many from seeking help, a new study finds. Experts discuss how to break the cycle.
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Bias May Affect Providers’ Knowledge of Transgender Health
Study suggests that increased hours of education related to caring for transgender patients may not correlate to more competent care.
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An Expert Shares Tips for a Heart-Healthy Workout
Learn how a Michigan Medicine physician assistant changed the course of his health by making exercise a daily must.
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Searching for the Best Treatment for Early-Onset Scoliosis
Serial casting and surgically implanted growing rods are both effective treatments but new research aims to show if one supports a higher quality of life for patients and families.
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Researchers Hope to Improve the Masquelet Technique
For patients missing a portion of bone, a surgical procedure called the Masquelet technique may be used to treat their injury. How the procedure works and why current research could help improve surgery time in the future.
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Hip, Knee Replacement Registry Reaches 250,000 Cases
A statewide collaborative is identifying ways to improve patient care for hip and knee replacements through quality improvement projects.
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Jack Harbaugh’s New Outlook After Heart Attack and Bypass Surgery
The former assistant U-M football coach under Bo Schembechler, and father of current coach Jim Harbaugh, says heart health should be a focus for all ages.
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Keto Diets and Heart Health: What’s the Risk?
Is the keto diet good for heart health? Michigan Medicine explores the heart health benefits, and risks, of the keto diet and similar low-carb diets.
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PFAS Contamination
PFAS is an acronym that refers to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are man-made chemicals that are widely used for their properties, such as being resistant to heat, water, and oil. Chances are, you’ve been exposed to some form of PFAS in your life...
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Circular RNA Holds Promise as Cancer Biomarker
The stable structure of circRNA makes it an ideal candidate for biomarkers. In addition, this type of RNA can be detected in blood or urine, making it potentially useful for cancer diagnosis or prognosis.
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Gene Therapy Treatment Targets Rare Mutation Tied to Blindness
: Advances in gene therapy are yielding new options for treating inherited retinal degenerations, giving retina specialists new tools — and new hope for patients and families.
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3 Ways Genetic Counselors Provide Clarity on Eye Disease
Trained to interpret variations in your DNA, these specialists can help confirm a vision-related diagnosis and guide family members in gauging their own risk.
