Health Lab Articles

University of Michigan art therapy supplies
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Complementary Cancer Therapies: Can They Really Help?

Complementary cancer therapies like art therapy & guided imagery sessions help lessen the discomfort of treatment. Here's more on complementary cancer treatments.
Two different hand injuries requiring acute care
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A Fractured System: Where Do You Go When You Suddenly Need Health Care?

Acute care represents one-third of outpatient services in the US. See the challenges patients face in deciding when to go to the ER & when to go to urgent care.
Aortic dissection survivor Alan and his wife in the mountains
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After Aortic Dissection and Intense Surgery, a ‘Miracle’

Alan suffered an aortic dissection which required aortic surgery for a bicuspid aortic valve replacement. See Alan's aortic dissection story & treatment.
A man experiencing presidential election related stress
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Presidential Election Keeping You Up at Night? How to Cope

Presidential election related stress is impacting people across the US & can cause insomnia. Learn about stress induced insomnia and some insomnia remedies.
Blood tests for inherited thrombophilia
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Study: Common Blood Clotting Test Has Few Benefits, Wastes Money

Testing for inherited thrombophilia is unnecessary. See why patients won't benefit from inherited thrombophilia testing regardless of if they have had a VTE.
A couple doing fall yard work safely
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10 Safety Tips for Fall Yardwork

It's the time of year for fall yard work & autumn yard clean up. See our list of fall safety tips like wearing eye protection, gloves, & hearing protection.
1 in 50 new cancer drugs fail clinical trials
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Why So Many Promising New Cancer Drugs Fail in Clinical Trials

49 out of 50 new cancer drugs fail cancer clinical trials. See why a U-M oncologist believes the oncology clinical trial failure rate is so high.
A moon and an alarm clock signifying the end of daylight savings time
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Daylight Saving Time an Opportunity to Catch Up on Sleep

The end of daylight saving time is an excellent opportunity to get an extra hour of sleep. Learn the importance of getting enough sleep and see sleeping tips.
Scientist in a lab with EGFL6-blocking antibodies
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New Target Could Halt Growth and Spread of Ovarian Cancer

Researchers have shown the EGFL6 protein helps ovarian cancer spread. Learn more about ovarian cancer treatment and prevention using EGFL6-blocking antibodies.
Teresa, former ICD patient and attendee of The Young ICD Connection
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A Commitment to Community: ICD Patient Conference Turns 20

The Young ICD Connection brings young patients with implanted cardiac devices together for a conference. Learn more about the ICD conference & ICD advancements.
Illustration depicting a hospital patient being quickly readmitted to the same hospital.
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Death vs. Readmission: Should Medicare Hospital Payments Weigh Them Equally?

The Medicare penalty for patient readmission is higher than patient death. See how Medicare can better balance hospital mortality and hospital readmission rates.
A babies room with a safe crib
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Why Sleep Positioners Put Babies at Risk

U-M pediatrician warns against using sleep positioners & sleep wedges for infants. See her recommendations for SIDS prevention & how to create a safe baby crib.
Picture of cancer survivor and MSU fan Ian
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A Little Victor with Spartan Devotion

15 month old received emergency brain surgery when doctors found pediatric brain cancer in his head and spine. Learn more about Ian's pediatric cancer treatment.
llustration of a doctor and patient exercising before surgery
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To Prep Patients for Surgery, Train Them Like Athletes

MSHOP seeks to help patients prepare for surgery. Discover how MSHOP encourages patients to exercise, eat a healthy diet, and reduce stress before surgery.
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Singing the Praises of Organ Donation: a Vocalist’s Story

Organ donation recipient shares the benefits of organ donation and his passion for organ donation awareness. Learn more about the importance of organ donation.