Kara Gavin
Research and Policy Media Relations Manager
Gavin draws on more than 25 years of experience in communicating about science, medicine and health policy. She focuses mainly on the health services research done by members of the U-M Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, who work to understand and improve the safety, quality, equity and affordability of health care. As part of the Michigan Medicine communication team, she has lead responsibility for primary care and mental health topics. Contact: [email protected]; Twitter: @Karag
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How Stem Cells Grow into Structures That Could Aid Understanding of Infertility
New U-M research shows that pluripotent stem cells can grow into structures similar to amniotic sac. See how this discovery could aid infertility research.
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The cells that stand in the way of curing HIV
Get the latest information about bone marrow's role in HIV, and learn out how these findings could lead to new treatments and cures for HIV.
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Old Dogs, New Tricks: DNA from Ancient Canines and Humans Can Teach Us a Lot
A study of DNA from prehistoric German dogs yielded new clues about how dogs became domesticated from wolves. The same techniques can teach us about our own ancient origins — and diseases that affect both species.
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Approving Bariatric Surgery at Lower BMI May Improve Patient Outcomes
As more Americans turn to bariatric surgery for weight loss, a new study suggests they may not want to wait until their BMI exceeds 40 to reap the biggest benefits.
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Prescription Tracking Tackles Misuse of Opioids and Other Drugs — But Results Vary
Read how Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs (PMDP) can help prescribers and pharmacists tackle the misuse of opioids and other drugs.
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Postdocs at the Head of the Class
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Turning Tragedy Into Discovery
A gift from the Prechter family supports bipolar research
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Study: Calcium Levels Could Be Key to Contracting — and Stopping — C. Diff
Clostridium difficile infection and prevention could be linked to excess gut calcium in awakening and prevention, according to new information on c. diff.
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‘The Search for Exact Truths’: How Microbiologist Frederick Novy Changed the Field
A Michigan pioneer paved the way for better infectious disease prevention and care, and for medical school-based research. A new book tells his story.
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How to Pick the Right PICC for a Patient? There’s an App for That
A new digital tool offers an evidence-based guide to vascular access devices that could change bedside decisions — and boost patient safety.
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Older Americans Don’t Get — or Seek — Enough Help from Doctors and Pharmacists on Drug Costs, Poll Finds
Results from the new National Poll on Healthy Aging reveal opportunities for patients to speak up, and for professionals to aid more.
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Want to Save on Prescription or Over-the-Counter Drugs? Speak Up
If you feel hamstrung by the high price of medication, here’s what to tell your doctor and pharmacist, plus tips on how to cut out-of-pocket costs.
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Health Services Research: Bridging the Gap Between Policy and Patients
As the nationwide health care debate roars on, lauded U-M health policy researcher John Z. Ayanian, M.D., M.P.P., reflects on research’s role.
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Medicaid Expansion Helped Enrollees Do Better at Work or in Job Searches
A survey and interviews with newly covered Michigan residents show a positive effect on physical and mental health — and, in turn, employment.
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Doctors and Devices: a New Way to Spot Warning Signs Earlier
Data-mining medical bills may help protect patients from dangerous complications stemming from medical devices, a U-M team suggests.
