Health Lab Articles
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‘We’ve Got to Do More to Help Children Survive These Devastating Cancers’
Just four percent of federal cancer research dollars go to pediatrics. But more research is needed to change the outcome for many childhood cancers.
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Proclaiming the Need for Pulmonary Fibrosis Research
Research is needed for pulmonary fibrosis, or lung scarring. Learn about Larry's battle with the disease and how he is spreading pulmonary fibrosis awareness
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Study: Physicians Don’t Report or Treat Their Own Mental Illness Due to Stigma
Doctors with mental health symptoms are going untreated out of fear of losing their licenses. See one study's suggestions on addressing physician depression.
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Identical 5-Year-Old Twins with Identical Cancers
Zane and Zach are 5 year old identical twins that were both diagnosed with Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia. Learn more about the twins and leukemia risk factors.
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Solid Tumor Board Changes Childhood Cancer Treatment Courses
40+ C.S. Mott doctors collaborate at tumor board meetings on pediatric cancer treatment and cancer diagnoses. Learn more about this team approach to cancer care.
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Video Games OK in Moderation, If You Know When to Hit ‘Pause’
A study suggests there are benefits of playing video games for children. Learn the pros and cons of video games and see how long kids should play video games.
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Having Heart Surgery? Why Good Dental Health Matters
Learn how your dental health impacts your ability to have surgery, and find out why your cardiologist may require a dental clearance letter prior to cardiac surgery.
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10 ways to stop a bloody nose
Do you have a bloody nose? Keep calm and find out how to stop a nosebleed fast by following these 10 tips from Michigan Medicine
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Searching for the Skinny on Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers are using genetics to understand nonalcoholic fatty liver disease. Learn more about fatty liver causes, NAFLD treatments, and fatty liver symptoms.
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The Best OTC Meds and Supplements to Treat Headache
Neurologist shares tips on how to get rid of a headaches and which headache medicine is best: Tylenol vs Advil vs Aleeve. Get more information on headache relief.
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Want to Help Your Teen Eat Healthy? Don’t Use the Word ‘Diet’
C.S. Mott pediatrician explains the importance of healthy diets for teenagers. See his suggestions on teen weight loss and how to approach teen dieting.
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Health Coverage on the Rise for Those in the Justice System
Prisoner health care coverage rates have increased with the Affordable Care Act. Learn more about ACA's impact on inmates and others in the justice system.
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Let’s Talk About More Than Sex: Parents in Favor of Expanding Health Education
C.S. Mott poll shows 66% of parents support health education that includes sex education and anti bullying. See more poll results on health education in schools.
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Shortages of Technetium, Used in Stress Tests, May Harm Heart Patients
Nuclear stress tests use Tc-99m to help diagnose heart problems in patients. See what other heart stress tests doctors are using during the Tc-99m shortage.
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African-American Men More Likely to Develop Rarer Type of Esophageal Cancer
Understanding who has the highest risk of rare cancers, including squamous cell esophageal cancer, suggests a potential for targeted screening recommendations.
