Noah Fromson
Public Relations Representative

Fromson joined Michigan Medicine in March 2021. He covers the neurosciences and cardiovascular medicine. He spent three years as a television reporter in West Michigan and is passionate about multimedia storytelling. Contact: [email protected] Twitter: @noahfromson

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Who gets Alzheimer’s drugs? Race, vulnerability and health status shape access

A Michigan Medicine study found major disparities in access to new Alzheimer’s drugs, with Black and Hispanic patients less likely to receive treatment, though adherence was similar once therapy began.
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Digital alerts support timely treatment decisions of critically ill cardiac patients

Well-designed alerts for critically ill cardiac patients can change what happens at the bedside, according to new Michigan Medicine research.
News Release

University of Michigan Health cardiologist named to U.S. Preventive Services Task Force

University of Michigan Health cardiologist Venkatesh Murthy, M.D., Ph.D., has been appointed to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
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Reducing infections after heart surgery could save Medicare $441 million per year

Study finds reducing infection rates after heart surgery could prevent 2,600 infections and save Medicare $441 million annually by bringing hospitals up to top performers.
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Young father survives aortic dissection after delayed diagnosis

A 28-year-old father survived a life threatening aortic dissection after seeking a second opinion, highlighting that the condition can strike young adults.
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Can blood tests detect Alzheimer’s disease in its early stages?

A neurologist who specializes in Alzheimer's disease discusses a new generation of blood tests for the condition.
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Spinal implant eliminates patient’s 'all-consuming' pain without need for a fusion

A Michigan man with severe back pain found relief after receiving an innovative spinal implant designed to preserve motion without fusion surgery.
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Treating obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome

Sleep experts discuss why early treatment matters, the limitations of current therapies, and research opportunities to improve treatment of obstructive sleep apnea in children with Down syndrome.
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News Release

University of Michigan Health named Michigan’s top hospital, earns spot on U.S. News honor roll

University of Michigan Health in Ann Arbor ranks among the nation’s best — and is the top hospital in Michigan — according to the U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals rankings for 2026-2027.
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Social, financial barriers linked to reduced treatment for dangerous blood clots

People who experience social and financial challenges are less likely to receive certain anticoagulant prescriptions for potentially deadly blood clots, according to a study.
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Tap dancer’s foot rescued after lifesaving heart surgery

After undergoing surgery to repair a life threatening aortic dissection, a performer lost his toes during recovery. Now, he's determined to tap dance again.
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News Release

Heart failure program aims for better patient outcomes across Michigan

Cardiovascular care leaders in Michigan will launch the BMC2 Heart Failure Quality Improvement Program that is focused on improving the quality of care for patients with heart failure across the state.
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Heart failure ‘polypill’ improves cardiac function, cuts hospitalization risk

Treatment with a “polypill” that combines multiple medications into a single daily dose significantly enhanced cardiac function and reduced hospitalizations for patients with heart failure, according to a new study.
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Drug candidate treats severe fatty liver disease by protecting the gut in animal models

Researchers discovered that a potential drug developed at Michigan Medicine, DT-109, treats severe fatty liver disease by improving gut health.
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Texas man walking on ‘new legs’ after complex vascular procedures

A Texas man walks five miles daily on “new legs” after undergoing a minimally invasive vascular procedure at University of Michigan to restore blood flow to blocked vessels.
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