Even without symptoms of concussion, researchers studying high school football players found two elevated biomarkers that are associated with brain injury.

Is it normal for kids to snore? When should you be concerned? Get tips for spotting sleep issues and learn about a nationwide study on snoring in children.

New research explains why stem cells become resistant to cancer treatment and opens a clever new way to go after them.

Surveys of patients and their surgeons showed genetic testing rates ranged from 26 to 72 percent, depending on the surgeon.

A specific type of blood thinner may be a safer choice for reducing stroke risk in those who have both end-stage kidney disease and atrial fibrillation, a new study finds.

A Michigan Medicine patient shares her experiences with the condition, and how she is now giving back through education and support for other patients.

Dating violence is a significant concern for many teens. Timely interventions in an emergency room can help spot signs of teen dating abuse.

If you've been diagnosed with cancer, picking a doctor can feel overwhelming. Michigan Medicine shares 9 tips to be informed and proactive when choosing an oncologist.

The battle for survival makes pneumococcus a formidable foe.

From pugs to labradoodles to huskies, dogs are our faithful companions. They live with us, play with us and even sleep with us. But how did a once nocturnal, fearsome wolf-like animal evolve over tens of thousands of years to become beloved members of our family? And what can dogs tell us about human health? Through the power of genomics, scientists have been comparing dog and wolf DNA to try and identify the genes involved in domestication.

A comparison of dog and wolf DNA reveals interesting genetics behind domestication. The new study is a step toward a deeper understanding of evolution for dogs and humans alike.

A Michigan Medicine scientist explains her drive to find treatments for Alzheimer’s, plus what others should know about the disease.

A new facility opened this week at the University of Michigan will touch the lives of nearly every person treated at U-M clinics and hospitals, and patients across the state and nation. Called the Michigan Medicine Clinical Pathology facility, it will improve how patients and doctors get vital information from samples of patients’ cells, tissues, blood, urine, saliva and DNA.

Doctors use an 11-point checklist to help determine if a person is abusing opiates. Find out what they look for and learn the signs of opioid addiction.

University of Michigan’s C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital was recognized among the best children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report today.