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7 Lessons I Learned as a Lewy Body Dementia Support Group Facilitator
Most people aren’t familiar with the second most common form of dementia. What all patients and caregivers should know.
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Calming Essential Tremor with Deep Brain Stimulation
After years of troublesome hand tremors, an active retiree finally found relief. Learn about the procedure that helped him regain function.
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Living with Cerebral Palsy: ‘Part of My Life, Not My Whole Life’
A U-M alumna and Michigan Medicine researcher living with cerebral palsy speaks about her journey — and offers advice to others.
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After Head Injury, U-M Student Benefits from Brain Trauma ICU
A fall from a second-story roof could have been fatal for a college freshman. Thanks to a specialized intensive care unit at Michigan Medicine, the student is back on campus.
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What to Do When a Loved One with Lewy Body Dementia Is Hospitalized
Helping a loved one with Lewy body dementia navigate the hospital requires caretakers to be advocates and educators. One woman offers strategic advice.
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A Former U-M Hockey Player’s Advice: ‘Take Concussion Risk Seriously’
After sustaining multiple blows to the head during his college hockey career, a Wolverine returns to campus decades later for specialized neurological help.
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Glioblastoma 101: Michigan Neurosurgeon Explains the ‘Dreaded’ Diagnosis
Learn about glioblastoma, the deadly brain tumor Senator John McCain was diagnosed with, including what causes a glioblastoma, how it is treated and survival rates.
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Epilepsy Struggle Inspires U-M Graduate to Give Back
After epilepsy surgery, a U-M graduate finds meaning in his health journey by sending joy to children with medical conditions.
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Alzheimer’s Disease vs. Dementia: What’s the Difference?
What's the difference between dementia and Alzheimer's disease? Discover key differences between two from the Michigan Alzheimer's Disease Center.
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Cross-Hospital Collaboration Proves Lifesaving for Brain Aneurysm Patient
Merrill Harvitt suffered an extensive neurovascular bleed that in most cases would be deadly. But teamwork led to a remarkable recovery — and more time with his beloved family.
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Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome Helps Patients Get Shut-Eye
One man’s struggle to get a good night’s sleep was a nightmare. An unexpected diagnosis of RLS helped him pinpoint the problem and find ways to cope.
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5 Ways to Protect Your Memory from Dementia
Ways to prevent dementia and memory loss include apps to help with memory, food and supplements for brain health, exercising and being social.
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REM Sleep Behavior Disorder with Parkinson’s Disease Can Be a Nightmare
Acting out dreams could indicate REM sleep behavior disorder. What you should know about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.
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Think You’re Having a Stroke? Every Minute Counts
If you think you are having a stoke every minute counts. Get information on the signs and symptoms of a stroke and learn how they are treated from Michigan Medicine.
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How Quick Thinking (and High-Tech Treatment) Saved a Stroke Patient
Learn about a cutting edge minimally invasive stroke treatment procedure, endovascular thrombectomy, and hear how it saves one Belleville woman's life.