Health Lab Articles
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Chronic Sinusitis Rarer Than Most Providers and Patients Believe
A University of Michigan study showed nonspecialists are drastically overdiagnosing chronic sinusitis, leading to incorrect, and possibly unnecessary, treatment.
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Physical Therapist: No Solid Research on Cupping’s Effect
A University of Michigan Therapy manager explains cupping therapy and how the scientific and sports medicine community don’t fully understand its effects yet.
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What to do if your doctor detects a mass
A Cancer AnswerLine nurse shares how to handle the diagnosis of a mass or tumor, symptoms of a mass, and what to do next. Learn what to do if you find a mass.
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5 Ways to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
Is your child ready for the transition to kindergarten? Lay a strong foundation and prepare for their first day with these 5 tips from the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital.
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What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Exercising?
University of Michigan professor explains what happens to your body at when you stop exercising. Learn the benefits of maintaining a regular exercise routine.
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Going Public: Could Clinton’s Health Care Proposals Work?
Hillary Clinton has proposed a government-run health insurance plan to compete with private health insurers. Learn more about Clinton's health care proposal.
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Why Black Teens May Feel Pulled Between Health and Hair
A new study suggests that African-American teens may avoid school-related exercise out of fear of ruining their hair style. Learn why and what can be done about it.
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PARP Inhibitors Deliver Double Dose of ‘No DNA Repair’ to Cancer Cells
PARP inhibitors can stop cancer by preventing cancer cells from repairing themselves. See what forms of cancer PARP inhibitors can treat and their side effects.
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Microcephaly Research in Non-Zika Cases Provides Clues
New Studies on Microcephaly may help explain what happens in the developing brains of babies in the womb, causing them to be born with small brains and heads.
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Why Public Health Worries Don’t Have to Ruin Your Cookie Dough
While the FDA warns against eating raw cookie dough, one University of Michigan public health expert explains how to safely consume raw cookie dough.
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Why Antipsychotics and Dementia May Not Mix
University of Michigan study recommends a non-drug alternative to antipsychotic medications for dementia patients. See how the DICE model helps modify behavior.
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5 Things I Wish I Knew About Breastfeeding Before My Baby’s Birth
A University of Michigan licensed lactation consultant shares advice on how to have success breastfeeding your child. See her breastfeeding tips for new moms.
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3 Treatments for Tennis Elbow and Other Types of Tendinopathy
University of Michigan musculoskeletal expert explains how to recognize a tendon injury and the different treatment options. Is your ongoing pain tendon related?
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Hospitals Sending the Most Heart Patients to ICUs Report Worst Results
A study suggests patients being treated for heart attacks in heavily relied on ICUs may fair worse than in other hospital areas. Read more on ICU utilization.
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Connecting Sugar and Cancer: Does One Feed the Other?
Cancer metabolism expert says scientists are making headway in understanding the link between dietary sugar and cancer development. Learn more about the studies.
