Corey Alexander

Corey is a media specialist at Sparrow Health System, part of University of Michigan Health.
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Researchers explore how certain growth factors affect Castleman disease
An investigator looks at the hidden influence of Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor, or VEGF, in a deadly form of Castleman disease
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Children’s life threatening experiences lead mom to new nursing career
Naomi Schafer's journey to nursing was inspired by her children's health crises. Now, she brings compassion and hope to cancer patients at University of Michigan Health-Sparrow Lansing.
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Long road of rehab: young man recovers after cascade of serious health issues
After a series of life altering health setbacks following a devastating crash, Gabe Villanueva’s is on an extraordinary journey of survival thanks to the highly skilled team at University of Michigan Health.
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Positive outlook propels woman through heart failure and on to a new heart
After seven years of waiting, a Michigan woman celebrates a lifesaving heart transplant and recovery close to home
 Ali Sheikh, D.O., celebrates with Sparrow’s highly skilled cardiovascular team after becoming the first health system in Michigan to implant the innovative Aurora EV-ICD device defibrillator.
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Lifesaving option for heart patients at risk for sudden cardiac arrest, abnormal heart rhythms
New, innovative and personalized life-saving care option of implantable defibrillator now available to heart patients in Michigan
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Early findings suggest this cancer drug may be effective against advanced tumors caused by genetic mutations
Sparrow Health System, part of University of Michigan Health, experts release findings in a study of a cancer drug for patients with genetic mutations.
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Addressing food insecurity during and after pregnancy
Experts take charge in addressing food insecurity among pregnant mothers in Michigan.
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Baby thriving after complex gastrointestinal surgery
Baby diagnosed with duodenal stenosis is doing great after complex surgery at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital in Ann Arbor
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More and more young female athletes sidelined with ACL injuries
Experts examine why women are more likely to tear ACLs in certain sports as injuries plague the Women's World Cup.
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A new life after stroke
A 34-year-old mom of two was able to recover after receiving life-saving stroke care, including treatment for a hole in her heart, at Sparrow Health System, part of U-M Health.
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Dancing again
After a car accident that left one teenager with multiple injuries, surgeons helped her get back to her passion of dancing.