More articles about: Wellness and Prevention
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Bringing Faith and Science Together to Fight HIV in Africa
An enterprising science-based education program enlists clergy to help spread the word about HIV prevention and treatment.
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What's the Difference Between Norovirus and Flu?
The seasonal return of two unpleasant viruses offers a reminder for good hygiene and vigilance. Here’s how to stop the spread of flu and increase norovirus prevention.
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The Best Diets for Cancer Patients and Cancer Survivors
A U-M cancer researcher looks at the five most popular diets today, with an eye on plans that include the foods and nutrients known to help reduce a person’s risk of getting cancer or prevent a recurrence.
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Knees Hurt? Options for Cartilage-Related Knee Pain
Knee pain can be caused by damaged cartilage.  A Michigan Medicine orthopaedic surgeon describes the current surgical remedies, including a new procedure being tested here.
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How ‘Dry January’ Benefits Your Mind and Body
A month without alcohol offers a chance to examine drinking habits and recoup from the damaging effects of beer, wine and liquor. As Dry January becomes a popular trend worldwide, explore the health benefits of quitting alcohol to kick off the New Year.
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Top Health Stories of 2018
The year’s most-read articles range from need-to-know health tips and lifesaving facts about disease to a tale of survival that occurred thousands of miles away.
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How U.S. Children and Teens Die: Study Reveals the Widespread and Persistent Role of Firearms
Firearms have been the No. 2 cause of death for at least 17 years, even as prevention efforts have cut the death rate in half from motor vehicle accidents, the No. 1 cause
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Top Stories of 2018
A look back on the year’s most popular Michigan Medicine stories and the groundbreaking studies that made global headlines.
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A Holiday Gift to Primary Care Doctors: Proof of a Time Crunch
A study with a satirical spin drives home a real point about the demands on general practitioners’ time and expectations for shared decision-making in primary care.
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What to Know About a Rare, Polio-Like Disease Affecting Children
Learn more about AFM disease; the very rare, polio-like illness that causes paralysis in children and its symptoms.
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Nearly Half of Women Over 50 Experience Incontinence, but Most Haven’t Talked to a Doctor
Urine leakage can get in the way of life and exercise; results point to potential importance of routine screening
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Need Health Insurance in 2019? Now’s the Time to Act
Whether you buy healthcare thru your employer or the ACA marketplace, here are 7 things to know before the 2018 health insurance open enrollment period starts.
Many teenagers blame electronics for poor quality sleep.
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10 Tips to Help Your Teen Sleep Better
A nationwide study finds many teens are sleep deprived. Find 10 tips for helping your teenager get more and better quality sleep, from the experts at Michigan Medicine.
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How Anxiety Can Fuel a Panic Attack — and What to Do Next
Get information on the different types of anxiety, learn the symptoms of panic attacks, including how anxiety can trigger panic, and get tips for stopping a panic attack.
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7 Tips to Stay Safe at Amusement Parks This Summer
Avoid theme park and fair injuries with these 7 tips for amusement park safety, including when to report ride operators and how to dress appropriately for rides.