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Immune metabolite reduces atherosclerosis in mice

Itaconate shows promise in reducing inflammation for several conditions
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Parents’ top resolutions: More patience, less time on phones

6 ways families can make resolutions stick
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How using new organ storage technology can improve liver transplantations

The process, also known as liver perfusion, works differently than traditional ischemic cold storage methods for donor livers by involving technology that recreates the optimal physiological conditions for the organ.
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Genetic “protection” against depression no match for pandemic stress

By studying first-year college students’ experiences and backgrounds, scientists may have discovered a way to go beyond genetics to predict which students might be more or less vulnerable to stress-related depression.
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Popular blood thinner associated with higher risk of bleeding complications

In a study of the three most commonly prescribed blood thinners, the oral anticoagulant rivaroxaban, known by the brand name Xarelto, was associated with a significantly higher risk of bleeding complications than apixaban (brand name Eliquis) and warfarin for patients with blood clots or atrial fibrillation.
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Persistent pain in your funny bone? It could be ulnar neuropathy

A Michigan Medicine expert breaks down what ulnar neuropathy is and how electrodiagnostic studies can assess severity and guide management, which can sometimes include conservative treatment and education on how to protect the nerve.
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The growing use of hemp-derived alternative cannabis products containing CBD, Delta-8-THC, CBG, CBN

A Michigan Medicine study published in JAMA Network Open examines past-year use of some of these hemp-derived cannabinoids, including cannabidiol, Delta 8-THC, cannabigerol and cannabinol.
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Heart attack at Michigan-Ohio State game ends in win for Ohio photographer

An Ohio-based sports photographer is recovering safely at home — and feeling somewhat victorious, despite the Buckeye loss — after having a heart attack at the conclusion of the Michigan-Ohio game.
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Medicare doesn’t cover obesity drugs, but 76% of older adults think it should

Drugs approved for people with obesity or diabetes, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, can reduce risk for older adults; a new poll shows attitudes toward them
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The ‘tripledemic’ surge

Focusing on the ‘tripledemic’ of RSV, flu and COVID-19 infections that occurred last year, their results underscore the importance of all types of hospital emergency departments being prepared to care for sick children, especially when health systems become strained.
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Young man’s debilitating back pain a thing of the past

Piotrowski consulted with a spectrum of doctors, physical therapists and chiropractors, each with a different recommendation for how to treat a herniated disc in the lower portion of his spine until he found one at Michigan Medicine recommending lumbar microdiscectomy, a procedure that involves small incisions to remove portions of the herniated disc and ease pressure on the spinal cord nerves.
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Medication found safe and effective for preventing bleeding in infants with hemophilia A

Infants with hemophilia A who received monoclonal antibody emicizumab experienced few bleeding events and no serious complications, a study suggests.
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Brain tumor and car crash survivor aspires to be example for others living with disabilities

A car accident at age 20 left Sahar Mashhour in the intensive care unit for three months. Almost six years later, Mashhour is still pursuing her passions proving that her disability doesn’t limit her ability, but instead helps her see life through a different lens.
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‘Tis the season to get vaccinated: How to stay healthy through the holidays

Winter surges in infectious diseases can ruin holidays, but vaccination against COVID-19, flu, RSV, whooping cough and pneumonia can help.
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Surgery patients now less likely to get opioids – but decline has slowed

Opioid painkillers prescribed by surgeons have gone down in recent years but the decline has slowed since the pandemic