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RNA Research Brings Hope to Millions with Rare Diseases
A human genetics investigator discusses new RNA research developments that may aid in treating and preventing rare genetic diseases.
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Implanted Chemotherapy Device Has Kept Her Cancer in Check for More Than a Year
A decades-old tool experiencing a revival, hepatic artery infusion pumps can offer a powerful option for some patients whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver.
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A Lifelong Journey
A patient, a mother and their health care family.
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Most Older Adults, Especially Women, Haven’t Gotten Checked for Hearing Loss
Hearing loss often goes undetected, but many adults over 50 haven’t been screened or tested for hearing problems.
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Can a High Fructose Diet Protect Against Drug Induced Liver Damage?
A team explores the protective capabilities of consuming a diet enriched with fructose when it comes to acetaminophen overdose causing liver damage in mice.
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Women Experience Faster Cognitive Decline with Age
A new analysis finds higher baseline cognition scores for aging women, but a more rapid drop once cognitive decline begins.
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Help U-M Biomedical Research Teams Compete in the Annual STAT Madness Tournament
University of Michigan research into COVID-19 complications, cancer and surprise medical bills competes among the nation’s top discoveries of the past year.
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Most Dollars Spent on Top-Selling “Orphan Drugs” Don’t Go to Treat People with Rare Diseases
Pharmaceutical companies get special protection from the FDA for orphan drugs aimed at rare diseases, but a study shows high spending for common diseases for some such drugs.
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New Model Predicts Cancer Drug Efficacy Across and Within Cancer Types
New technologies are making “precision oncology” more of a reality, including a new approach that better accounts for variations within and across individual cancer types.vidual cancer
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The Urgent Need for National Medical Education on Vaccine Hesitancy
Understanding vaccine hesitancy is essential to overcoming it. One medical student and journalist offers five key elements any future vaccine hesitancy curriculum should include.
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A Trusting Relationship with Her Provider – and Zumba – Help One Woman Get Past Metastatic Colon Cancer
From early stage colon cancer to advanced metastatic disease, Jennifer Watson’s cancer journey illustrates the importance of advocating for your health and partnering with a care team you trust.
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Underinsured Women May Be Missing Important Pregnancy Care
For low-income pregnant patients, health insurance disruptions may make it less likely that they receive recommended prenatal and postpartum care.
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Helping Patients with COVID-19 Avoid Blood Clots
COVID-related blood clots are a serious risk. Vascular experts continue to refine the best approaches to avoid dangerous thrombosis associated with coronavirus disease.
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Heart Failure, Pregnancy and a Specialized Approach
A patient with advanced heart failure gives birth to a healthy baby thanks to Michigan Medicine’s Cardio-Obstetrics Program.
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When Music Mattered Most
Faculty, staff came together to grant one final wish for man with cystic fibrosis.