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5 Signs and Symptoms of Summer Depression [Infographic]
If summer’s heat and sun bums you out, you’re not alone. How to tell if it is a case of the summertime blues — or something more serious.
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Assisted Living Care for a Spouse with Dementia: ‘The Right Decision for Both of Us’
Moving a partner with a degenerative disease into assisted living is a heartbreaking decision. One woman explains why the shift brought joy back to her marriage.
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3 Ways Athletic Trainers Help Competitors Perform Their Best
These trained professionals work to prevent and treat injuries during practice and competition and can assist in a variety of other situations.
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The Faces of Transplant: How Organ Donation Saved Their Lives
Organ donors have a unique ability to help. Meet some Michigan Medicine transplant patients who are thriving thanks to the generosity of others.
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‘We Have to Keep Moving Forward’: The Importance of Research on Patient Care
A patient with chronic pancreatitis is helping shape research on vascular access devices — and much more — at Michigan Medicine.
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Weighing the Facts: The Tough Truth About Weight Loss
Learn why it’s difficult to keep weight off, with these weight loss lessons from Scientists at Michigan Medicine.
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A Cheerleader’s Rallying Cry: Don’t Ignore Colon Cancer Symptoms
Read about how this nursing student faces the future with a cheerful determination after being Diagnosed with colon cancer as a teenager.
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Therapy Dog Brings Joy to Hospital Patients, One Wag at a Time
A friendly therapy dog provides emotional support to patients at Michigan Medicine. Learn more about the animal’s special role in the healing process.
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Why All Baby Boomers Should Be Tested for Hepatitis C
Screening rates for the hepatitis C virus remain low for baby boomers, a high-risk population for the disease. A Michigan Medicine specialist explains why testing is essential.
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Are You at Risk for Fatty Liver Disease?
A condition linked to the death of pop star George Michael affects nearly one-third of Americans. How genetics and lifestyle factors play a role.
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5 Signs You Could Be at Risk for Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Learn more about the symptoms of obstructive sleep apnea and how to determine if you need to see a sleep medicine professional.
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Want a Better Surgical Outcome? ‘Train’ Like an Athlete
Simple prep steps can help some surgery patients recover more quickly. A Michigan Medicine-developed plan mirrors how athletes ready for competition.
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Surgery vs. Polypectomy: Weighing the Risks and Benefits
Colon polyp removal has traditionally meant surgery, but in some cases endoscopic polypectomy is now an option.
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Insulin Therapy for Type 2 Diabetes: How Doctors Use it and Adjust for Treatment
Insulin therapy for type 2 Diabetes requires frequent dosage adjustments. Here’s how type 2 diabetes patients work with their doctors to manage glucose levels.
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7 Ways to Maintain Your Sanity After the Death of a Spouse
After losing a spouse, it’s normal to feel alienated and alone. A social worker, writer and cancer widow offers her tips for healing.