Research and Policy Media Relations Manager
Gavin draws on more than 25 years of experience in communicating about science, medicine and health policy. She focuses mainly on the health services research done by members of the U-M Institute for Healthcare Policy and Innovation, who work to understand and improve the safety, quality, equity and affordability of health care. As part of the Michigan Medicine communication team, she has lead responsibility for primary care and mental health topics. Contact: [email protected]; Twitter: @Karag
Health Lab
One key to a healthy weight may lie deep inside the brain, in the endoplasmic reticulum of cells that produce the “grandfather” of appetite-regulating hormones.
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A Cas9 protein discovered in meningitis bacteria can act as precise "scissors" for both types of genetic material, cutting at a desired spot guided by CRISPR RNAs.
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A new study finds that steps to reduce prescriptions of a class of drugs that poses special hazard for older people are working. But many at-risk patients still receive them.
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In two new studies, researchers show clear link between Flint’s water changes and disease cases, and find that the bacteria strain found in homes is not what doctors often test for.
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A new study finds that obesity-prone rats respond more strongly to food-related cues, including specific changes in cells of the same brain area linked to addiction.
News Release
Disease outbreaks. Medical discoveries. Natural disasters. The hope -- and hype -- that can come with new treatment options.
Health Lab
Work to reduce surgical site infections, sepsis and more at dozens of hospitals across Michigan shows promise — but room to improve.
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They’re helping create the future of medicine through research, clinical care, education and public policy. What do they have in common? A start as general internists.
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When you get a flu shot, it helps protect those around you, including those at risk of dangerous flu complications. A new poll highlights the importance of such protection.
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General internal medicine physicians are prime drivers of high-quality clinical care, education, research and innovation — which is why U-M faculty say more students should consider the path.
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Read how in chronic disease care family and friends are more of health supporters, and how physicians and policymakers should consider chronic disease care that includes health supporters.
News Release
No matter how cold it gets outside, the University of Michigan’s Hill Auditorium will fill with warm – and sometimes fiery – music on the afternoon of Sunday, January 21, when the U-M Life Sciences Orchestra takes the stage.
Health Lab
A new treatment device is taking aim at the root cause of ringing in the ears. Next up: an additional clinical trial to further refine the approach.
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High rates of unvaccinated nursing home staff might even affect decisions about where to seek long-term care, according to a new poll of older Americans.
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The lifting of a three-year ban on gain-of-function research revives the critical goal of averting disaster — but may also increase the risk of accidental or deliberate pandemics.
