More articles about: Wellness and Prevention
A moon and an alarm clock signifying the end of daylight savings time
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Daylight Saving Time an Opportunity to Catch Up on Sleep
The end of daylight saving time is an excellent opportunity to get an extra hour of sleep. Learn the importance of getting enough sleep and see sleeping tips.
 2016 Midwest MedWAR Champions from U-M
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Wilderness Medicine Race Puts Emergency Skills to the Test
U-M resident and two fellows won the 2016 Midwest MedWAR wilderness EMT course. Learn more about the U-M team, wilderness EMT training, and wilderness medicine.
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To Screen or Not to Screen: The Risks of Over-Imaging and Testing
Studies suggest the ease and precision of health screenings has led to an overuse of medical tests. Learn more about unnecessary medical tests and over-imaging.
 A family on their digital devices
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Plugged-In Parenting: How Parental Smartphone Use May Affect Kids
How has technology impacted parenting? Parents are more connected than ever, but plugged in parenting is leading to distracted parenting. See tips on unplugging.
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Why You Should Care About Sodium Levels in Your Food
Amid new proposed federal guidelines to limit sodium, U-M cardiologist explains the danger of high sodium foods. Learn more about the FDA sodium guidelines.
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What Happens to Your Body When You Stop Exercising? [Infographic]
University of Michigan professor explains what happens to your body at when you stop exercising. Learn the benefits of maintaining a regular exercise routine.
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Why Black Teens May Feel Pulled Between Health and Hair
A new study suggests that African-American teens may avoid school-related exercise out of fear of ruining their hair style. Learn why and what can be done about it.
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Why Public Health Worries Don’t Have to Ruin Your Cookie Dough
While the FDA warns against eating raw cookie dough, one University of Michigan public health expert explains how to safely consume raw cookie dough.
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How Alcohol Impairs Your Ability to Drive
Learn if it’s OK to have one more drink before driving home. Know the facts about what each subsequent drink does to your ability to operate a vehicle safely.
 two kids outside barbequing with parents
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7 Need-to-Know Safety Tips for Summer Holidays
Keep your family safe outdoors all summer long with these summer safety tips from an Emergency Room physician at Michigan Medicine.
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Myth Busting: No More 8 Glasses a Day
The advice to drink eight glasses of water per day lacks evidence. Learn what a University of Michigan physician has to say about daily recommended water intake.
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To Fight Cancer, Put These Foods on Your Plate
Cancer fighting foods contain phytochemicals and antioxidants like vitamins A and selenium. Here is a list of healthy foods that can help prevent cancer.
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Do You Really Need to Eat Organic?
Studies suggest organic foods are no more nutritious than inorganic foods and have no added benefit in fighting cancer. Learn more about organic vs non-organic.
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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins Recipe
Chef Rebecca Wauldron shares her Chocolate Zucchini Muffin recipe and shows you how to create your own in this video. Learn how to make this healthy snack.
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Making Screen Time More Meaningful
A University of Michigan pediatrician shares how parents should be engaging with their children when allowing them to use smartphones and tablets.
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