Health Lab Articles
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Treating Hypothyroidism to Stop a Stubborn Surgical Complication
For the first time, researchers have linked radiation-damaged thyroid glands to poor surgical outcomes. The solution may be as simple as a common hormone supplement.
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The Low FODMAP Diet: A 'Liberating' Route to IBS Relief
An elimination diet designed to identify trigger foods can help curb gut discomfort. A Michigan Medicine gastroenterologist explains how it works.
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What Parents Need to Know About 'Peter Rabbit' and Food Allergies
Food allergy advocates and physicians explain the outrage over the food allergy scene in Peter Rabbit, and the damaging effects caused by food allergy humor in media.
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Medical Team and 'Heart Sisters' Help Active Mom Make Strides
A strong woman faces her health challenges head-on with support from Michigan Medicine and a special group of women.
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What Happens in the Brain During Unconsciousness?
Learn new research about the unconsciousness brain and how monitoring brain circuitry is assisting in better coma outcomes
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A Cardiac Surgeon Answers Questions About Mitral Valve Disease
Learn the symptoms of cardiac disease and effective treatments from a Michigan Medicine cardiac surgeon
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Building an Ultrasound System to Detect Secondary Brain Injury
Galvanized by a unique funding opportunity, a cross-disciplinary team of an engineer and emergency medicine physicians combined forces to combat traumatic brain injury.
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Not Just for Olympians: How Trainers Help All Athletes
Strength and condition specialists in trainer roles map pathways to short and long term goals for athletes at all skill levels
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Exercising with Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy: 'I Want to Be Fit and Strong'
A group of cardiologists is changing the conversation about a form of heart disease and exercise. One patient details how she’s maintaining an active lifestyle while minimizing risk.
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Potty Training
Most children are ready to begin the toilet training process between 24 to 27 months but some children will be ready earlier or later than that...
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Minimally Invasive Procedure Increases Options for Mitral Valve Repair
A new clinical trial is testing a catheter-based approach to treating mitral valve regurgitation, providing a faster procedure with a shorter recovery time.
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How Sports Cardiologists Help Athletes Train and Play Safely
Active individuals with heart-related concerns might seek the help of a sports cardiologist. Here’s what these medical specialists can do.
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The Physical and Financial Toll of Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, impacts between 10 and 15% of the world's population. Learn the physical and financial effects of IBS, and find out how it's treated.
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Clues to Obesity’s Roots Found in Brain’s Quality Control Process
One key to a healthy weight may lie deep inside the brain, in the endoplasmic reticulum of cells that produce the “grandfather” of appetite-regulating hormones.
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When Sepsis Patients Face Brain Impairment, Is Gut Bacteria to Blame?
Halting the voyage of gut bacteria to the brain could help prevent harmful brain inflammation after a sepsis infection, a new study shows.
