More articles about: Health Management
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After Assisting in Bariatric Surgeries, O.R. Nurse Chooses It for Herself
Read the story of why Mandy Pate, R.N, made the decision to undergo a sleeve gastrectomy herself.
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Unique Therapy Addresses Parkinson’s Disease in 'Big' and 'Loud' Ways
Explore how a specialized therapy program, LSVT BIG and LOUD, can help movement and speech problems resulting from Parkinson’s Disease.
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Is It Safe to Take PPIs? A Gastroenterologist Explains the Risks
Read a Michigan Medicine expert’s analysis of the risks involved with medications used to treat GERD and why they say hazards are minimal.
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13 Medications to Help Control Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms
Get control over your Parkinson's symptoms. Find information on 13 different Parkinson's Disease medications for symptom relief, including their side effects.
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Medications, Mindfulness and More Alternatives to Opioids for Treating Pain
Opioid alternatives for treating pain include medications, mindfulness, & counseling. Learn about the dangers of opioid addiction & alternative pain treatments.
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Choosing Memory Care for a Loved One: 4 Common Questions
Memory care facilities provide long term care for memory loss patients. See tips for when assisted living is needed & how to pay for a residential care facility.
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Life with Ulcerative Colitis: 4 Things to Know
Ulcerative colitis symptoms include cramps, diarrhea & rectal bleeding. Learn about ulcerative colitis treatment & diagnosis including common IBD symptoms.
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Managing Anxiety and Depression in Parkinson’s Disease
Non-motor symptoms of Parkinson’s disease include anxiety & depression. See a list of common treatment options for anxiety & depression in Parkinson’s disease.
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Motor and Non-Motor Symptoms for Diagnosing Parkinson’s Disease
A movement disorder specialist explains the hallmark signs of Parkinson’s disease as well as the non-movement symptoms associated with the condition.
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Who Are All These People in My Hospital Room?
Health care teams are groups of medical professionals that care for patients in the hospital. Learn more about the U-M health care team members & their roles.
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Hospital Harmonica Group Helps Lung Condition Patients Thrive
Watch the U-M Pulmonary Rehabilitation Harmonica Group offer lung disease patients an opportunity to exercise their lungs & discuss their conditions.
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How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Helps Stubborn Wounds Heal
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy at the U-M Wound Care Clinic helps with non-healing wounds & tissue damage. Learn more about oxygen therapy & hyperbaric medicine.
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Finding ‘Fierce Gratitude’ in Sickness and Loss: a Cancer Widow’s Story
Kiristin's husband was diagnosed with advanced adrenal cancer when he was 33. Hear their cancer story including his cancer diagnosis and their fierce gratitude.
A family discussing end of life wishes during Thanksgiving
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How to Discuss Health Care and End-of-Life Wishes During the Holidays
The holidays are a great time to discuss end-of-life decisions. Learn the importance of having a health care power of attorney & discussing it with your family.
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Why Veterans’ Greatest Resources for Getting Mental Health Help Are One Another
Buddy-to-Buddy & PAVE are U-M peer-to-peer programs designed to help veterans improve access to mental health resources. Learn more about U-M veteran programs.