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The impact of the ACA Medicaid expansion on hospital unpaid medical care
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After Michigan Medicaid Expansion, Uncompensated Care Bills Dropped Dramatically
A Healthy Michigan Plan evaluation shows the ACA Medicaid expansion reduced the unpaid medical care at Michigan hospitals. See the impact on Michigan hospitals.
A unit of donated blood during the blood donation shortage
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U-M Pathologist: Why We Need You to Donate Blood Now
The US is currently facing a nationwide blood shortage. Learn about the blood donation process, how to donate blood, and see what happens to donated blood.
A woman worrying about breast cancer recurrence
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Doctor Communication Key to Managing Breast Cancer Patient Risk Worries
Doctor patient communication is important in understanding breast cancer recurrence. See how breast cancer patients overestimate the risk of cancer recurrence.
 See NIAIDs recommendations on how to prevent peanut allergies in babies. Learn more about peanut allergy prevention & how to introduce peanuts to your baby.
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The Do’s and Don’ts of Preventing Peanut Allergies in Babies
See NIAIDs recommendations on how to prevent peanut allergies in babies. Learn more about peanut allergy prevention & how to introduce peanuts to your baby.
Graphic depicting different types of Parkinson disease medication
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13 Medications to Help Control Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms
Get control over your Parkinson's symptoms. Find information on 13 different Parkinson's Disease medications for symptom relief, including their side effects.
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Innovations in Hospital Payment Models: the Pros and Cons of Bundled Payments
U-M researcher discusses the pros and cons of Medicare bundled payments. See how the CMS bundled payment model for joint replacement is affecting hospitals.
A group of seniors meditating
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Medications, Mindfulness and More Alternatives to Opioids for Treating Pain
Opioid alternatives for treating pain include medications, mindfulness, & counseling. Learn about the dangers of opioid addiction & alternative pain treatments.
Eye Exam
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To Provide Better Eye Care, Ask More Questions in Advance
Learn more about a new Michigan Medicine study that details the effect pre-appointment patient surveys can have on medical record keeping and quality of care.
Visualization of diabetic neuropathy
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What Primary Care Providers Should Know About Diabetic Neuropathy
American Diabetes Association released guidelines for diabetic neuropathy treatment, prevention & pain management. See what physicians should know from the ADA.
Doctors looking at an x-ray of postmenopausal bone loss
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Examining Women’s Bones During Menopause May Help Head Off Fractures
U-M researchers tracked bone loss during menopause over 14 years. See the study results on age related bone loss & bone mineral density during menopause.
A woman in a memory care facility
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Choosing Memory Care for a Loved One: 4 Common Questions
Memory care facilities provide long term care for memory loss patients. See tips for when assisted living is needed & how to pay for a residential care facility.
Body Cooling vs Active Fever Prevention
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Body Cooling vs. Active Fever Prevention: Similar Outcomes for Children After In-Hospital Cardiac Arrest
U-M study compares body cooling & active fever prevention for children after cardiac arrest. See if therapeutic hypothermia improves neurobehavioral function.
A woman suffering from early stage breast cancer side effects
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Half of Breast Cancer Patients Experience Severe Side Effects
93 percent of early stage breast cancer patients experience cancer treatment side effects. See the survey results & common breast cancer treatment side effects.
A mother rewarding her child with the time in behavior technique
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Before Saying ‘Time Out,’ Praise Good Behavior with a ‘Time-In’
The time out and time in behavior techniques reward good behavior & correct bad behavior in children. Learn more about disciplining children & praising children.
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Pop-Up Eye Clinic in a Shipping Container Targets Underserved Communities
U-M researchers have designed an eye clinic in a shipping container. See how the ophthalmology container clinic is helping underserved regions with eye care.