University of Michigan study suggests that the serotonin pathway in fruit flies impacts protein consumption and life spans. Learn more about serotonin function.

A child with facial differences might initially turn heads, but there are ways to ensure a smoother time at school. A pediatric social worker offers tips.

U-M study recommends the use of risk adjustment for Medicare programs that bundle payments for hip and knee replacements. Learn more about the CJR model.

U-M study finds Medicare pays thousands more for the end of life care of black and Hispanic people than for whites. Here's more on the cost of end of life care.

Despite having stage 4 prostate cancer, 74 year old Woods Brown remains active by fishing and planting. Learn more about Woods and living with prostate cancer.

Acclimation can cause the same temperature to feel different throughout the year. Learn how your body acclimates and how to ease the transition between seasons.

The annual U-M boot camp allows resident doctors to perform medical procedures on models during their residency program. Learn more about U-M's boot camp.

Erin was born with a bicuspid aortic valve and eventually suffered from infective endocarditis. Read Erin's story and learn why you should listen to your body.

U-M researchers are investigating a new immunotherapy drug for AML in children — one with a built-in "safety switch" in case unexpected adverse reactions occur.

Young people who squint or rub their eyes often could have deeper eye troubles. How to spot potential warning signs (and when to see an ophthalmologist).

University of Michigan pediatrician warns against using FluMist nasal spray. Despite the needle prick, she still strongly recommends getting a flu vaccination.

A device called the Total Artificial Heart helps some of the sickest heart-failure patients regain function — outside of the hospital — while awaiting a transplant.

Antidepressants are necessary for many with major depressive disorder, but response times and remission rates are a problem. U-M researchers find sleep might help.

Many cancer patients report varying levels of fatigue during and after their treatment. Simple steps can ease the condition.

Investigators are gathering to support technical developments, and translational and clinical research, for use in the critical hours just after TBIs occur.