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Don’t Worry About the Antibacterial Soap Ban; Just Wash Properly

The FDA banned several ingredients in antibacterial soap including triclosan. Here's what experts are saying about proper hand washing technique after the ban.
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How a Small Implanted Device Could Help Limit Metastatic Breast Cancer

Learn about a small implanted device capable of detecting and treating metastatic breast cancer earlier and how this technology could improve survival rates.
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How to Do Better Kegels at Any Age

U-M physical therapist recommends strengthening your pelvic floor by doing kegel exercises. She explains the benefits of kegel exercises for men and women.
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Study Shows How Pneumonia-Causing Superbug Invades

A new discovery about a common and potentially deadly bacterium could one day pave the way for new, needed antibiotics.
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Knowing When It’s Time for Cataract Surgery

Cataracts are a type of visual impairment that is treated with cataract surgery. Learn about cataract surgery recovery time and when to have cataracts removed.
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Danger: ‘Rage Rooms’ May Make You Angrier

University of Michigan psychiatrist discusses the anger room trend. Learn if rage rooms actually provide stress relief and help with anger management issues.
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Harnessing Immunology to Fight Lethal Pediatric Cancer DIPG

University of Michigan immunologist discusses using immunotherapy to treat pediatric brain cancer. Learn more about the cancer treatments being used for DIPG.
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6 Things You Need to Know About Pneumonia

Suddenly in the spotlight, this common lung infection has a lot of causes but can also be prevented in many cases. Learn more to protect yourself.
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Patient’s Legacy Lives on in a Special Car Show at Mott

Caden’s Car Show at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital raises awareness for organ donation and pediatric heart research. Learn more about Caden and the car show.
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‘Game-Changing’ Alzheimer’s Drug Just a First Step

U-M neurologist shares her thoughts on new Alzheimer's Disease treatment, aducanumab. Learn why she is tempering expectations for the new Alzheimer's treatment.
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Key Steps That Can Help Prevent Cervical Cancer

For cervical cancer prevention, pap smears and HPV tests are the most important things you can do. Here are additional ways to help prevent cervical cancer.
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Protein’s Pleasures and Perils: Study Reveals Clues to Appetite and Aging

University of Michigan study suggests that the serotonin pathway in fruit flies impacts protein consumption and life spans. Learn more about serotonin function.
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Helping Other Kids Understand Your Child’s Craniofacial Differences

A child with facial differences might initially turn heads, but there are ways to ensure a smoother time at school. A pediatric social worker offers tips.
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New Medicare Payment Model May Cause a Bundle of Problems for Some Hospitals

U-M study recommends the use of risk adjustment for Medicare programs that bundle payments for hip and knee replacements. Learn more about the CJR model.
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Why Does Dying Cost More for People of Color?

U-M study finds Medicare pays thousands more for the end of life care of black and Hispanic people than for whites. Here's more on the cost of end of life care.