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Need to Get Out of the House? Give Blood – It’s Needed More Than Ever
Blood donations are down because of coronavirus, and it may get worse. Giving blood is an important thing to do now in the face of shortages at major hospitals.
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What Can Hospitals Do to Prepare for COVID-19 Cases?
Hospital preparedness for COVID-19 cases caused by coronavirus has to happen now, including preparation for bed capacity increases and use of scarce resources.
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How to Talk to Your Kids About COVID-19
They see the masks too. A pediatric psychologist offers five tips for parents on how to talk about the pandemic with their children.
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Racial and Ethnic Disparities in Insurance Access Impact Maternal-Infant Health
Disruptions in insurance coverage disproportionately affect racial and ethnic minority women before, during and after pregnancy.
A blue and yellow graph explaining the concept of flattening the curve for coronavirus: how many people are sick at once, number of sick people if we don't stop the spread, how many very sick people hospitals can treat, number of sick people if we take steps to control the spread, how long the virus has been spreading
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Flattening the Curve for COVID-19: What Does It Mean and How Can You Help?
History shows that taking strong steps now to slow the spread of coronavirus will help communities and individuals.
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Michigan Medicine Celebrates Women in Medicine for International Women’s Day
Michigan Medicine Health Lab asked women at U-M how they're empowering the next generation of women for International Women's Day. These were their responses.
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'It's Like You Have a Hand Again'
Michigan researchers develop an ultra-precise mind controlled prosthetic.
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Women Underrepresented on Cardiology Editorial Boards
Major U.S. and European cardiology journals lack female leadership, study shows.
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Drug Development for Rare Diseases Affecting Children is Increasing
A new Michigan Medicine study finds an increase in treatments for rare diseases affecting kids.
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What to Know Before Receiving Hyperbaric Oxygen Chamber Therapy
If you're prescribed hyperbaric oxygen chamber therapy, here's what you need to know in advance.
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Approach Brings Pain Relief Without Opioids
Learning to manage chronic pain without prescription painkillers is a priority for many in the wake of the opioid crisis. A new approach to pain relief is helping hundreds manage their pain without pills.
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Parents From Lower-Income Families Less Likely to Say Child’s Water Supply is Safe at Both Home and School
Access to safe drinking water for children is a critical public health concern. A new study shows that only 62% of parents from lower-income families trust the safety of their drinking water versus 80% of parents from high-income households.
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Performing Incision-Less Hernia Repairs for Kids
New incision-less hernia repair avoids adverse effects, like scarring, in kids.
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Hospitals Play Key Role in Reducing C-Section Rates
Hospital choice, higher maternal BMI and larger baby size increase chances of cesarean deliveries, according to an abstract presented at the Society of Maternal-Fetal Medicine’s annual Pregnancy Meeting.
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Outside-The-Box Treatment Helps Teen With Aggressive Brain Cancer
Sam was diagnosed with glioblastoma his freshman year of high school. After three years of unconventional therapies, he’s enjoying life as a college freshman.