Rene Wisely
Rene Wisely is a contributing writer to Michigan Health and the A. Alfred Taubman Medical Research Institute at the University of Michigan. She has written for a variety of publications and Fortune 500 companies in several industries, including health care, higher education, automotive, retail and technology. Previously, she was a business reporter at The Detroit News and assistant editor at Crain Communications’ Detroit Monthly magazine.
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Clinical Study of Crohn’s Disease Uses Ultrasound to Detect Signs of Trouble
A new study aims to help doctors pinpoint the progression of bowel damage — and keep patients out of the hospital.
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How 3-D Printing Makes Ostomy More Personal (and Less Problematic)
Using his 3-D design training, a Michigan Medicine patient works with his doctor to improve a common tool for IBD patients.
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Liver Cancer Rates Are Rising. Do You Know the Treatable Risk Factors?
Learn about the risks of chronic liver disease, the treatable liver disease factors and how rates of liver cancer have increased.
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Got IBD? A Clinical Trial May Be Right for You
A gastroenterologist explains how patients with active inflammatory bowel disease can get early access to newer, potentially better treatments — for free.
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Tackling Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Head On
Learn about nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), including causes, symptoms and treatment approaches offered at Michigan Medicine's Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease Clinic.
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This Gaseous Culprit Could Be Causing Your Stomach Pain and Constipation
Meant to control gas production, methane in your gut also can cause discomfort. A Michigan Medicine expert explains the condition — and potential new treatment.
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Why Are Hep C Infections Skyrocketing? Opioid Abuse to Blame
Learn about rising hepatisis c infection rates in the U.S. resulting from opioid abuse. Hep C is a liver-damaging virus that can lead to liver failure.
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A Gynecologist Answers 5 Common Questions About Menopause
Get answers to your biggest questions about menopause, including what menopause is, when menopause starts and information on symptoms and treatments.
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What Is Hepatitis? Common Types and Treatments Demystified
Learn about types of hepatitis, how to diagnose hepatitis with the aspartate aminotransferase (AST) test and the alanine aminotransferase (ALT) test, and about hepatitis treatment.
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Traveling with IBD: 4 Key Ways to Prepare
An inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) flare up doesn't have to ruin your travel plans. Get advice for traveling with IBD, including a checklist of things to do and bring.
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What to Do After a Liver Disease Diagnosis
Liver disease diagnosis and treatment depend on the type of liver condition. Here are some thoughts on what’s next for treating liver disease conditions.
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The Risk Factors That Mean You Need a Test for Liver Disease
Tests for liver disease include blood function tests or ultrasounds. Baby boomers have a high risk of liver disease and show other liver damage symptoms.
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What Causes Liver Disease? 5 Myths Dispelled
A Michigan Medicine liver specialist debunks common myths about what causes liver damage. Discover what's true and what's not when it comes to liver disease.
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How to Have a Healthy Liver: Try These Two Big (Yet Simple) Lifestyle Changes
Learn what's good (and bad) for your liver and discover how you can maintain or improve your liver health with two simple lifestyle changes.
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What Does the Liver Do, and How Do I Keep Mine Healthy?
Ever wonder what your liver does? Explore the 500 functions of the liver, including what it does for the digestive system, and find ways to keep your liver healthy.
