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Researchers develop first inhibitors against key epigenetic complex involved in cancer
Activity of the polycomb repressive complex 1 is essential for the development and maintenance of leukemic cells; disrupting it presents a new potential therapeutic approach.
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From surgeon to historian: a search for truth in wartime surgery logs
A deep dive into logbooks from the father of a surgeon reveals what surgery on the battlefields of World War II was really like.
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BET inhibitors show promise in overcoming lineage plasticity, a newly recognized form of resistance to prostate cancer drugs
Some prostate tumors transition from being glandular to more nerve-like in response to drugs that block the androgen receptor; a new preclinical study examines the underlying mechanisms and uncovers a promising countermeasure.
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OB-GYN, family physician, midwife, doula: Which pregnancy specialist is right for you?
Three experts explain what you need to know before choosing your prenatal provider.
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One-third of older Americans delayed health care over COVID concerns
Worries about getting exposed to coronavirus in health care settings has led older adults to delay care during the pandemic.
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Electroconvulsive therapy: Peeling back the mystery
A Michigan Medicine patient describes why she considers electroconvulsive therapy, also known as ECT, an essential treatment.
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Michigan Medicine reports positive financial performance for fiscal year 2021
Despite challenges presented by the ongoing COVID-19 crisis and a vaccine rollout, Michigan Medicine reported projected positive fiscal year-end results today, with an anticipated 6.5 percent ($339.8 million) operating margin on forecasted operating revenues of $5.2 billion.
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1 in 6 families in new study spent more than $5,000 to have a baby
Out-of-pocket spending for maternal and newborn hospitalizations among privately insured families can exceed $10,000 if babies require neonatal intensive care.
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Teamwork saves lives: COVID-19 hospital network shares key lessons to improve care
Hospitals across Michigan pooled COVID-19 patient data to reduce variation and improve outcomes in care, including antibiotic use, mortality risk prediction and VTE prophylaxis.
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Personalized medicine, not X-rays, should guide common forearm fracture treatments in older adults
The new findings will guide future treatments of distal radius fracture.
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5 ways to reset your relationship with screens
Increased screen time was essential for survival during the COVID pandemic. Now that the world is reopening, how can we reestablish healthy boundaries for screen time at home?
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C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital tops state rankings, earns national honors from U.S. News & World Report
University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital is the top-ranked children’s hospital in the state and one of the best in the country, according to U.S. News & World Report.
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Online mental health intervention significantly helps the isolated, immunosuppressed during pandemic
Researchers say the support program could be extended to many patient populations.
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Survey assesses student mental health needs in Detroit schools
Surveys and other data from Detroit school students, parents and staff show a high rate of mental health issues before the pandemic. The results are informing efforts to improve outreach and services.
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A prescription to ward off cognitive decline – without medication
Exercise, mnemonic strategies, neuromodulation; A psychologist with expertise in dementia shares what the science tells about improving memory and thinking without drugs.