Kevin Joy
Kevin Joy was a previous Health Lab contributor.
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How Living Kidney Donation Works
Learn what to expect when becoming a living kidney donor, including how transplant operation is done and the risks associated with donating an organ.
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How to Spot Signs of Opioid Addiction
Doctors use an 11-point checklist to help determine if a person is abusing opiates. Find out what they look for and learn the signs of opioid addiction.
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A New Effort to Get Minority Medical Students Focused on Ophthalmology
To combat growing eye problems and treatment disparities in communities of color, a U-M effort works to foster a more diverse group of eye care providers.
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What Moms-to-Be Should Know About Prenatal Genetic Testing
Get information on different types of genetic tests available during pregnancy, including what to expect from both invasive and non-invasive prenatal genetic tests.
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When Should a Child’s Tonsils Come Out?
Surgery to remove tonsils and adenoids are often performed together, but not always. Learn the difference between a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy, including why each is performed and what to expect during recovery.
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Clearing Up Myths About Skin Cancer in People of Color
Michigan Medicine dermatologist sets the record straight on common myths about skin cancer and people of color, urging everyone to get regular skin cancer screenings.
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Ischemic vs. Hemorrhagic Stroke: What’s the Difference?
Learn the differences between types of strokes, including ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes, and find out why even mini-strokes require prompt medical attention.
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Are You at Risk for Stroke? 8 Warning Signs to Know
Both lifestyle habits and genetics can increase your risk of having a stroke. Learn eight common factors and conditions associated with a higher stroke risk.
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Is Pelvic Mesh Safe? What Patients Need to Know
Synthetic material used to help treat a common condition has been linked to problems and lawsuits. A Michigan Medicine board-certified urogynecologist explains the issues.
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Do You Have a Drinking Problem? 11 Warning Signs to Know
Do you have alcohol use disorder? Learn 11 signs of a drinking problem, gauge the severity and get information on potential treatments for alcohol issues.
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How to Shop for Groceries With IBD
Join a Michigan Medicine dietitian as she navigates the aisles, offering tips and tricks for a successful grocery trip.
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Chronic Pain Therapy Group Eases Coping, Conversation
A new Michigan Medicine program aims to teach patients about alternate and effective ways to deal with discomfort, and to find strength in each other.
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Only 1 in 3 Academic Neurologists Are Women, Study Finds
Men and women now enter medical school in near-even numbers, but fewer women pursue neurology careers — with gaps increasing by seniority.
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Patient Data Could Help Predict Need for Diabetic Eye Injections
Medication for diabetic eye disease is crucial, but it’s hard to tell in advance when and how often patients might need it. New research aims to provide insight.
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Four-Time Organ Transplant Recipient Pays (and Pedals) It Forward
The gifts of life that healed a severely sick man inspired him to set a big goal to benefit others: Get 500,000 people to register as organ donors.