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Health Lab
Potential biomarker found for lung disease in scleroderma patients
The finding will indicate how aggressively physicians should treat patients with the associated condition.
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Health Lab
Researchers uncover way to harness the power of immunotherapy for advanced prostate cancer
A protein called PIKfyve impacts multiple processes involved in metabolism and cell death; blocking it is key to making immunotherapy work in prostate cancer.
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Health Lab
More American parents of teens are purchasing firearms during the pandemic
Gun violence is the leading cause of death for high school aged teens in America, but more parents of teens, including teens with depression, are buying guns during the pandemic. Public health officials stress the importance of safely securing firearms in
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Health Lab
A game-changer for mental health: Sports icons open up
Olympic sports stars speaking up about depression, anxiety and mental health challenges, reducing stigma and helping younger athletes know how and when to seek help.
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Health Lab
What does it take to get into Michigan’s medical school? Just ask the new dean
The conversation provides insight into what admissions is looking for in prospective students.
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Health Lab
Study suggests need to screen older adults for mental health symptoms as pandemic continues
Living through COVID-19 era has tested the mental resiliency of many older Americans; some groups appear more affected than others. 
News Release
Michigan Medicine hospitals ranked best in Michigan, No. 11 in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report
Michigan Medicine’s adult hospitals were ranked best in Michigan and 11th in the nation by U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals”(link is external) rankings for 2021-2022. This prestigious honor measures excellence in patient care.
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Health Lab
Keeping afloat during the pandemic
Swimming was how Kara Wolter found solace, especially after her bone cancer diagnosis and leg amputation. But COVID often took away her safe place and delayed her Swim Across America race. Here’s how she ultimately crossed the finish line.
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Health Lab
Cells are surprisingly inefficient at RNA splicing
Researchers say it leaves most intronic sequences untouched as transcripts are being synthesized.
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Health Lab
Genomic test could help predict aggressive disease in men newly diagnosed with prostate cancer
An analysis of patient data from across Michigan found scores from the Decipher Biopsy test independently aligned with outcomes.
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Health Lab
Parents split on whether to vaccinate younger kids against COVID
3 in 4 parents say their child’s doctor will influence their decision about getting kids vaccinated against COVID, but many haven’t had the conversation.
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Health Lab
Concern about safety is main reason many Detroiters aren't getting vaccinated
A University of Michigan survey reveals more.
Health Lab
Heated chemotherapy can help some children with cancer
Known as HIPEC, the therapy has been available for adults for years at Michigan Medicine. Now it’s an option for kids here, too.
News Release
M1 journey begins when White Coat ceremony returns to Hill Auditorium
On July 24, 170 first-year medical students took the first step on their journey of becoming doctors, marking the return of one of the medical school’s grandest traditions.
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Michigan Answers
Amber’s Michigan Answer: A breakthrough clinical trial to help her become a mom
After being diagnosed with Antiphospholipid Syndrome, Amber was determined to fight many challenges and become a mother.