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How Very Aggressive Cancer Cells Use Energy to Grow

Learn how RhoC gene contributes to the growth of aggressive cancer cells and find out how future cancer treatments may exploit this molecular vulnerability.
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In MS, Can Better Sleep Improve Cognition?

University of Michigan researchers are seeking to improve memory loss and mental processing in MS patients by examining their sleep. Here's what they found.
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Expanding Targeted Therapies to Rare Eye, Orbit Cancer

University of Michigan researchers are identifying opportunities to treat rare eye cancers with new targeted therapies being used for other types of cancer.
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Cell Hunters: Starving Pancreatic Cancer by Targeting Cell Metabolism

A University of Michigan study suggests attacking pancreatic cancer cells' metabolism could help fight the cancer. Learn what enzyme is being targeted.
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New Compound Shows Potential for Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

Researchers at the University of Michigan have identified a promising new drug compound, UM-164, for treating triple-negative breast cancer.
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Smog Alert: Tiny Particles, Big Heart Problems

New studies suggest exposure to high levels of pollution can lead to higher risk of heart attack and stroke. Here's more about the studies and the solution.
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Doctors Unleash New Weapon to Fight Pediatric Neuroblastoma

Pediatric neuroblastoma treatment has been revolutionized by combining immunotherapy & chemotherapy. Learn more about treating this devastating childhood disease.
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The Healing Function of Sweat Glands Declines with Age

Get information on a U-M study into the role of sweat glands in wound healing, which found that the healing function of sweat glands declines with age.
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A Genetic Clue to Kidney Disease in Children

Analysis from C.S. Mott Children's Hospital explore a high-risk gene variant for kidney disease that may predict the severity of a child’s nephrotic syndrome.
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Looking More Closely at Lewy Body Dementia

Lewy Body Dementia is the third most common form of dementia, accounting for up to 20 percent of all cases. Learn how it's being treated and its challenges.
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Treatment of Colorectal Liver Metastases: An Important Paradigm Shift

A review shows that involving a medical and surgical oncologist from the beginning of treatment could extend survival in colorectal liver metastases. Learn how.
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Clinical Trial Demonstrates Success of Low FODMAP Diet

University of Michigan Study shows that Low FODMAP diets can improve symptoms in patients with irritable bowel syndrome. Read more about Low FODMAP and IBS.
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Are Doctors Overmedicating Newborns With Seizures?

A University of Michigan study will assess short and prolonged treatment of neonatal seizures using Phenobarbital. Learn more about the neonatal seizure study.
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Immune Cells Help Reverse Chemo Resistance in Ovarian Cancer

Research suggests immune T cells help reverse chemotherapy resistance in ovarian cancer. See how immunotherapy drugs could play an important role in treatment.
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Antiplatelet Therapy Use Before PCI Declining

New medication limits the need for antiplatelet therapy leading up to cardiac procedures. Here's what P2Y12 inhibitors are being used intra- or post-procedural.