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When Prostate Cancer Spreads, Life Doesn’t Have to Stop

Despite having stage 4 prostate cancer, 74 year old Woods Brown remains active by fishing and planting. Learn more about Woods and living with prostate cancer.
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Why a 65-degree day feels cold in fall but warm in spring

Acclimation can cause the same temperature to feel different throughout the year. Learn how your body acclimates and how to ease the transition between seasons.
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Otolaryngology Residents Practice Real-Life Scenarios at ‘Boot Camp’

The annual U-M boot camp allows resident doctors to perform medical procedures on models during their residency program. Learn more about U-M's boot camp.
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For Cardiac Success Story, Survival Starts with Self-Awareness

Erin was born with a bicuspid aortic valve and eventually suffered from infective endocarditis. Read Erin's story and learn why you should listen to your body.
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Balancing Treatment and Toxicity for Acute Myeloid Leukemia Patients

U-M researchers are investigating a new immunotherapy drug for AML in children — one with a built-in "safety switch" in case unexpected adverse reactions occur.
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5 Signs Your Child Might Have Vision Problems

Young people who squint or rub their eyes often could have deeper eye troubles. How to spot potential warning signs (and when to see an ophthalmologist).
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After Bad News About the FluMist Nasal Spray, Opt for the Shot

University of Michigan pediatrician warns against using FluMist nasal spray. Despite the needle prick, she still strongly recommends getting a flu vaccination.
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Living for Years Without a Heart Is Now Possible

A device called the Total Artificial Heart helps some of the sickest heart-failure patients regain function — outside of the hospital — while awaiting a transplant.
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Is Sufficient Sleep the Key to Successful Antidepressant Response?

Antidepressants are necessary for many with major depressive disorder, but response times and remission rates are a problem. U-M researchers find sleep might help.
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7 Ways to Fight Cancer Fatigue

Many cancer patients report varying levels of fatigue during and after their treatment. Simple steps can ease the condition.
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Focusing on ‘Golden Hours’ of Care to Improve Traumatic Brain Injury Outcomes

Investigators are gathering to support technical developments, and translational and clinical research, for use in the critical hours just after TBIs occur.
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Diagnosing Fructose Intolerance: Morgan’s Story

What looked like irritable bowel syndrome was actually more complex. How a visit to U-M helped a Michigan student thrive.
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Curing Health Care with a Dose of Big Data and Common Sense

The Collaborative Quality Initiative (CQI) program enables health care systems to collect, analyze and share real-time evidence about what works in clinical settings.
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Safe Driving: 5 Ways Kids Can Help

Research shows that passengers cause more auto accidents than cell phones. Learn how your young people can contribute to a safer ride with you or their friends.
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How to Use Bedroom Lighting to Improve Sleep Quality

Light from the window or your phone can interrupt sleep — as can more surprising factors, such as your bedtime reading habits.