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A how-to guide to COVID treatments
A Michigan Medicine FAQ about Paxlovid, with new information since its FDA approval in May 2023.
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Bariatric endoscopy for weight loss: What is it and how does it work?
A gastroenterologist discusses several non-invasive therapies for treating obesity
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A rare diagnosis and a young mother who’s spreading the word
Courtney Weirauch didn’t know what lymphangioleiomyomatosis was – but she quickly learned about the rare lung condition and how it would impact her life.
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How Americans learned science in a hurry during a pandemic
People were plunged into the issue of COVID-19
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Rebounding at 87 after CNS lymphoma
William Moldwin published a book, won awards and is making more plans for his future.
Three hands with two medical bands having the words penicillin allergy disappearing.
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Are you still allergic to penicillin?
A new program is finding many diagnosed in childhood with antibiotic allergies are no longer allergic after retesting
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Lupus: A frustrating diagnosis journey you don’t need to embark alone
Nicknamed the “invisible disease”, the autoimmune disorder comes with lifestyle changes that can be a challenging adjustment.
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Most older adults are wary of mixing health care and religion or spirituality, poll finds
But majority see role for health care providers in finding meaning or hope in the face of illness, and are comfortable discussing their beliefs with their providers.
Patient sitting outside in chair. Staff standing on sidewalk smiling.
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Hospital level care at home
The new program’s first direct enrollment patient shares his experience.
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Young man paralyzed from the neck down makes strides toward independence
A diving accident took away much of Kanon McVicker’s independence, but complex nerve and tendon transfer procedures are helping him meet important
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Treating veterans, wherever they live
In his role as director of the National Oncology Program, Michael Kelley is working to expand care to veterans in remote areas through teleoncology.
Man in hospital recovering. Man sitting by welcome home Dave banner smiling and waving while in wheelchair
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Tornado survivor finds motivation, smile during rehab journey
He’s encouraged by family and the hope he will be able to walk again.
Man smiling with mural Ukraine flags in background.
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Former army medic turned emergency physician offers training, care during Ukraine war
He’s trained hundreds of health care workers on providing trauma care.
Mother and daughter nurses hugging in room at Mott.
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Mother-daughter duo demonstrates the power of a nurse’s care
During the lengthy hospital stays that Ann Laho’s daughter endured, one nurse’s compassion inspired the mother-daughter pair to pursue the profession and help patients the same way she helped their family.
Mother and father sitting on porch with son smiling
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Couple shares two-year infertility journey
Infertility affects an estimated 1 in 8 couples in the U.S. One new set of parents candidly share their ups and downs of trying to start a family.