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Living with One Disease Is Hard Enough; Living with Many Can Be Far Worse
A new tool “scores” patients based on the impact of their multiple chronic conditions. The tool reveals that those with higher scores have faster memory loss, a higher suicide risk and a higher overall risk of death.
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Lower Risk of Type 1 Diabetes in Children Vaccinated Against ‘Stomach Flu’ Virus
A U-M study found that type 1 diabetes rates were one-third lower in children who received all doses of the rotavirus vaccine.
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To Protect Kids and Teens from Firearm Harm, Answer These Research Questions First
As interest grows in addressing pediatric firearm injuries — the second-leading cause of death for young people, researchers list the most urgent priorities for study.
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Reducing Opioid Prescriptions After C-Sections
As the number of caesarean deliveries continues to rise, experts call for the widespread adoption of a proven method to improve postpartum healing and recovery.
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Should STEMI Patients Recover in the ICU?
Providers need clearer guidance on whether a patient who has suffered a STEMI heart attack should recover in the intensive care unit, a new U-M study finds.
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U-M Faculty and Fellows Present at DDW 2019
Here’s a snapshot of some of Michigan Medicine’s standout work from this year’s gathering of the annual Digestive Disease Week conference.
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New Way to Predict Complications After Larynx Cancer Surgery
When the surgical wound doesn’t heal right, it can send some patients back to the operating room. A new technique tested at U-M could help identify which patients are at highest risk.
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As Opioids Kill More Veterans, Study Shows Treatment Needs
Most of those overdosing haven’t received prescription opioids recently, suggesting a need for more opioid use disorder screening and treatment.
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Despite Worry, Older Americans Don’t Ask Doctors About Dementia
Many people in their 50s and early 60s buy supplements or do puzzles in hopes of staving off memory loss and dementia. But without mentioning their concern to health providers, they may miss out on proven strategies that protect brain health.
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A Better Way To Study “Screen Time”
Technology’s impact on children: How can we improve the research? Michigan child development researcher leads session at Pediatric Academic Societies meeting.
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‘Superbugs’ Found on Patients’ Hands and What They Touch
Hospitals have put a lot of effort into encouraging good hand hygiene among their staff. But new findings about multidrug-resistant organisms suggest a new frontier for preventing transmission.
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A $34,000 Drug for Postpartum Depression Brings Praise, Price Concerns
The most common complication of postpartum can last for weeks to months. A powerful but pricey new drug could offer quick treatment for affected mothers.
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Study: Therapy Completely Clears HPV in One-Third of Cervical Precancers
Clinical trial shows promise of immune treatment against HPV infections that lead to cancer
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Early Hearing Loss May Mean Higher Risk of Drug and Alcohol Issues
National study shows prescription opioid use disorder is twice as high among deaf and hard-of-hearing young and middle-aged adults, compared with hearing peers
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Getting Leftover Surgery Opioids Out of Harm’s Way? It’s in the Bag
Randomized trial shows inexpensive supplies doubled safe disposal of opioid pain medicines by six weeks after surgery, but didn’t ensure it happened