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A scale showing that women make up 8 out of 10 cases of autoimmune disease
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‘Master Regulator’ in Genes May Make Women More Susceptible to Autoimmune Diseases
U-M researchers believe the VGLL3 gene is a master regulator tied to autoimmune disease. Learn how this inflammatory pathway promotes autoimmunity in women.
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Poll: Some Parents Forgo Car Seats, Other Safety Measures While Traveling
C.S. Mott poll shows parents may forgo toddler safety measures while traveling. See the toddler travel survey results & tips for traveling with toddlers safely.
Image of amniotic sac tissue created from human stem cells
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Using Stem Cells, Scientists Study the Amniotic Sac’s Earliest Stages
U-M scientists crated amniotic sac tissue from human stem cells. Learn how lab created amnion could assist with fertility medicine and large wound treatment.
Abbee before her 10th VEPTR surgery
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Following 5-Year-Old Abbee Through Her 10th VEPTR Surgery
Abbee just received her 10th VEPTR surgery to treat thoracic insufficiency syndrome. See her journey at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital from arrival to recovery.
A patient being treated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy
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How Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Helps Stubborn Wounds Heal
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy at the U-M Wound Care Clinic helps with non-healing wounds & tissue damage. Learn more about oxygen therapy & hyperbaric medicine.
Pink graphic for oropharyngeal cancer awareness
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Predicting Throat Cancer Recurrence with a Blood Test
U-M study finds biomarkers that may signal throat cancer recurrence. Learn how the ratio of E7 antibodies may help predict oropharyngeal cancer recurrence.
Talking to your family about hereditary cancer
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Collecting a Family’s Cancer History: What You Should Ask
Collecting a family history of cancer is the first step in identifying hereditary cancers. Learn more about inherited abnormal genes & genetic cancer testing.
Premature baby diagnosed with retinopathy of prematurity
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To Spot Vision Trouble in Premature Babies More Often, Shift Focus to Telemedicine
U-M is using teleophthalmology to diagnose & treat retinopathy of prematurity. Learn how doctors are diagnosing eye diseases in premature babies remotely.
NSCLC patient Tori and her children
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‘I Had A Hunch’: Finding Cancer Care Thanks to a Rare Genetic Mutation
Married mother of three tells her NSCLC treatment story. Learn more about Tori's non-small cell lung cancer treatment including crizotinib and chemotherapy.
A collection of large kidney stones
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Don’t Discount Alpha Blockers for Large Ureteral Stones
New study shows using alpha blockers for kidney stones is still effective. Learn how the use of alpha blockers assists in the passing of large ureteral stones.
Christmas tree and presents
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Give the Gift of Health: 5 First-Aid Stocking Stuffer Ideas
Preparedness stocking stuffer ideas include sterile gauze, medical tape, & antiseptic wipes. See more ideas in our list of first aid stocking stuffers.
Jonas, suffering from Peters anomaly, and his parents
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Rare Eye Condition Inspires Parents to Create Cool Glasses for Kids
Jonas was born with a rare eye condition called Peters anomaly. See how his parents are helping children around the world with their company Jonas Paul Eyewear.
A postdoctoral fellow teaching a class as part of the IRACDA program
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A Win-Win for Science Education: Postdocs in Community College Classrooms
The U-M has begun participating in the IRACDA program which pairs postdoctoral fellows with students pursuing associate degrees. Learn more about the IRACDA.
Unincorporated sign outside a rural American town
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Study: Rural Communities See Steep Increase in Babies Born with Opioid Withdrawal
Opiate withdrawal in newborns is growing faster in rural communities than cities. See more on infant drug withdrawal and neonatal abstinence syndrome statistics.
A man shoveling snow
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How to Avoid a Heart Attack While Shoveling Snow
People with hypertension or diabetes are at a greater risk of having a heart attack shoveling snow. See our tips to avoid a snow shoveling heart attack.