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5 Ways a New Clinic Keeps ICU Patients Healthy After Discharge
A Michigan Medicine clinic provides a one-stop shop for patients discharged from an intensive care unit who lack doctors and other resources.
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Different Phases of Clinical Trials and What They Mean
Carefully monitored tests to gauge the strengths and side effects of a new medical treatment are crucial to improving care. Learn about each stage in the process.
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Should States Support Pregnant Teens and Their Babies?
Most adults in national poll agree that their states should provide health-related support for pregnant teens but with limitations.
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The New Medicare Card: Truth vs. Scam
You can never be too careful about health-related fraud. What consumers should know about Medicare cards — and more.
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How Telemedicine Can Be a Key Lifeline After Surgery
Some post-surgical patients can benefit from virtual appointments with a smartphone. Michigan Medicine is using the technology for this population.
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Predicting C. Diff Risk with Big Data and Machine Learning
A new model analyzes a wealth of information to better predict which patients are more prone to the dangerous infection.
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A VA Hospital Tradition You May Not Know: The Final Salute
When a veteran dies at the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, a powerful send-off accompanies their passing. The shared effort involves care teams and fellow patients.
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Medical Marijuana Gets Wary Welcome from Older Adults, Poll Shows
Read the results of a recent study finding that the majority of older adults support the use of medical marijuana for pain management when recommended by a doctor.
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Study: Medicaid Expansion Has No Negative Effect on Cardiovascular Procedural Outcomes
More people are receiving coronary revascularization under the Healthy Michigan Plan. A new analysis finds that the expansion hasn’t caused significant problems for patients.
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Should You Get At-Home Genetic Testing? Know the Facts First
Direct-to-consumer genetic testing isn’t harmful, but it has limitations. A Michigan Medicine genetic counselor explains both sides.
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How Doctors Can Provide Better Care for Transgender Patients
Despite a rise in gender-affirming surgeries, many transgender people remain hesitant to seek primary care — meaning medical teams have work to do.
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Expanding Diagnostic Services in Ghana Through Ride-Sharing
Some taxis in the northern part of the country will soon have new passengers: pathology samples en route to labs for testing.
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More Isn’t Always Better When It Comes to Health Care, Older Americans Say
Many people over age 50 see a mismatch in what tests and treatments doctors recommend, and what they need and use, according to a new poll.
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One Medical Student’s Mission to Erase the Stigma of Depression
No doctor in training should be penalized for addressing his or her mental health, one U-M student says. How she and her school are working to change attitudes.
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Disabusing Disability: A Doctor’s Paralyzing Injury Brings New Perspective
Compared with the general population, few physicians have disabilities. A Michigan Medicine doctor explains how a personal accident shaped his professional path.