More articles about: Wellness and Prevention
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Why the Relationship Between Kids and the Spread of COVID Remains Unclear
With many schools reopening in the COVID-19 era, much is still unknown about the relationship between children and the novel coronavirus.
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Camp Little Victors 2020: Nuts About Nature
Kids bored at home? This week’s activities will take you and your little ones into the great outdoors together.
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Yes, You Should Wear a Mask. Here’s How and Why
Wearing a mask, and wearing it properly, can help keep you safe from the coronavirus.
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Most Adults Say They’ve Experienced Ageism, But Majority Still Hold Positive Attitudes Toward Aging
Ageism is a common experience, a new poll of older adults finds, but many people over 50 have a positive attitude toward aging.
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This Spring They Were Heroes, But Summer May be Cruel for Health Professionals
As COVID-19 cases rise in many states, experts in the mental health of healthcare providers worry about those providing care.
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Mosquitos and Ticks: 6 Tips to Swat Away Two Summer Spoilers for Kids
Six tips for keeping your kids safe from mosquitos and ticks. From which insect repellents to use, to how to properly remove a tick, a Michigan Medicine expert offers advice.
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Reality Checks: Michigan Medical School Students Open Up
New documentary reveals the four-year medical school experience as told by the students who lived it.
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Staying Summer Safe During the Pandemic
Five ways to reduce your risk of COVID-19 over the holiday weekend and beyond.
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Study Shows New Focus Needed in Anti-Vaping Efforts for Teens & Young Adults
Teens and young adults know using Juul e-cigarettes and other vaping devices are addictive, linked to lung disease and contain high amounts of nicotine. A new study shows social factors must be taken into account for prevention messages.
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12 Things to Know About COVID-19 and Pregnancy
Being pregnant in the time of coronavirus presents a new set of challenges for expectant parents. One doctor answers questions about pregnancy during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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U-M Neurologists Voice Need for More Environmental Research
Scientists are discovering how pollutants are linked to neurodegenerative diseases like ALS, Alzheimer’s disease and Parkinson’s disease.
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6 Ways to Support Children with Autism During the Pandemic
A child psychiatrist provides support resources for children with autism, and their caregivers, during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Getting Through a Pandemic When You Have a Mental Health Condition
Living in the time of COVID-19 is harder for people with mental illness including depression, anxiety and bipolar disorder, but these tips can help.
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With the COVID-19 Curve Flattening, It's Time to Prevent a Second Peak
As pressure mounts to reverse the stay-home orders for COVID-19 prevention, a medical historian warns of the dangers of a double-humped curve.
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5 Ways to Manage Your Mental Health During COVID-19
During the COVID-19 pandemic and mandated social distancing, a wellness specialist provides five ways you can protect and improve your mental health.
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