Kylie Urban

Senior Public Relations Representative

Urban was a previous Health Lab contributor and member of the public relations team.

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Which Over-the-Counter Pain Medication Is Best?

Have a hangover or sprained ankle? Find out which over the counter (OTC) pain medication is the best and safest for managing for your symptoms.
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Tips for Treating and Preventing ACL Injuries in Everyday Athletes

University of Michigan orthopedic surgeon discusses the diagnosis, treatment, and recovery from a torn ACL. Learn more about the symptoms of a torn ACL.
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5 Steps to Safely Play Summer Sports

University of Michigan professor of physical medicine explains how to avoid sports injuries after a long break. Here are ways to ease back into summer sports.
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5 Questions with a Diabetes Physician Who Has Type 1

University of Michigan endocrinologist who has type 1 diabetes answers questions about becoming a doctor and living with the disease. Read the full interview.
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Does Sepsis Keep Killing Months Later?

University of Michigan researchers find late deaths after sepsis are not tied age, socio-demographic, or pre-sepsis health. Find out the role hospitals play.
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Care for COPD: Could More Be Done?

U-M researchers provide comprehensive view of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease in the U.S. Learn about their seven ares of focus to improve COPD care.
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COPD Symptoms Common Among Smokers, Even When Undiagnosed

Smokers who don’t meet the criteria for COPD may still have the symptoms. Should the diagnostic requirements change or should it be called something else.
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5 Interesting Facts About Critical Care Air Transport

The University of Michigan Survival Flight includes three helicopters and a jet. Learn how these are used in situations from accidents to organ transplants.
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When Is a Stroke Patient Most Likely to Call an Ambulance?

A University of Michigan study suggests neighborhoods with older adults and higher family incomes are less likely to call for an ambulance during a stroke.
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Shining a Light on Pancreatic Insulin

A doctor from the University of Michigan Health System has developed a way to visualize stored insulin in the pancreas of a living creature.
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The Doctor Will Text You Now

Young women who received text reminders were three times as likely to receive follow-up care compared to the ones who received paper discharge instructions.