Angela Fong, Ph.D., an assistant professor of applied exercise science at the University of Michigan School of Kinesiology and a member of the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center, says a variety of factors can contribute to a lower five-year survival rate of cancer among members of racialized and historically marginalized groups.

Evan Sanders had a dirtbike accident which left him with fractures across the left side of his body. During his hospital stay, service dog Barney helped Evan with his rehabilitation goals, including a visit to the Survival Flight helicopter.

Living in a disadvantaged community may decrease the length of time a person can survive with ALS by over 30%, a Michigan Medicine-led study finds.

Roni Shtein, a Michigan Medicine ophthamologist, answers questions about why dry eye disease occurs and what measures we can take to ensure our eyes stay hydrated throughout the winter.

After a recommendation to get a hysterectomy for uterine fibroids, Joyvina Evans persistently sought a second opinion for the condition known to disproportionately affect Black people.

A famous sports announcer for University of Michigan football finds himself getting heart care at Michigan Medicine and spreading the word to others to be proactive about their heart health.

Rotator-cuff tears appear most in adults over the age of 40. These injuries are typically treated with physical therapy and surgical intervention as a last resort.

J. Michelle Kahlenberg, M.D., Ph.D., led a team of researchers looking at an alternative treatment for lupus rashes with a topical treatment called mupirocin. 

University of Michigan researchers found that emergency departments vary widely in how they balance the need to diagnose appendicitis with the potential harms of overtesting.

A director of exercise and health behavior in oncology shares ways to help cancer survivors live longer and better lives by incorporating exercise and other physical activity into everyday routines.

More than one in three parents say their child has faced issues like tooth decay, cavities, stained teeth, gum concerns or tooth pain over the past two years linked to their oral health routine, a national poll suggests.

Hospital stays related to gun injuries dipped then rose sharply, and paralleled gun sales trends, with disparities by age, race and health insurance status.

Study suggests that the Adderall shortage did not cause many children to stop stimulant therapy altogether but may have led to them switching to alternative stimulants for ADHD.

Sarah Clark, M.P.H., from the Department of Pediatrics at Michigan Medicine, answers what fluoride is and why it supports healthy teeth.

If you’re looking to improve the balance of your favorite finger foods during Super Bowl, or any other festive time, try out these six simple, flavorful recipes by MHealthy, a University of Michigan wellness program.