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What’s the equivalent of a wheelchair for a person with schizophrenia?
Three experts, including a Michigan Medicine physician, talks about what psychiatric rehabilitation looks like in the community and for patients.
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Single-cell RNA sequencing gives insight to dermatomyositis treatment
Comparing skin lesions in dermatomyositis and lupus using single-cell RNA sequencing gives rheumatology researchers at University of Michigan Health new insight into treatment targets for dermatomyositis patients.
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Copper-loaded starch nanoparticles can target bacteria in microbial communities
University of Michigan researchers developed copper-loaded starch nanoparticles that can be broken down by specific bacteria to release antibacterial copper molecules.
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How to improve mental health safety on social media – not just for young people
With social media companies losing or settling court cases about their products' impact on young peoples' mental health, experts offer tips for reducing impacts for those who use the platforms.
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Thriving after a rectal cancer diagnosis
Kyle Kipke was diagnosed with rectal cancer and received chemotherapy and radiation as treatment at Michigan Medicine.
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Failed TAVR? Heart surgeons explain TAVR explant, options and risks
As transcatheter aortic valve replacement, or TAVR, gains popularity, cardiac surgeons are seeing more cases of failing valves. Two cardiac surgeons from Michigan Medicine explain TAVR explant and other surgical options.
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Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention
With measles outbreaks on the rise, here are 10 things to know about immunization and prevention.
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How to prepare your child for a hospital stay or surgery: 10 expert tips
A child life specialist shares practical ways parents can reduce fear, build coping skills and support their child in preparing for a hospital stay or surgery
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An online intervention can help cancer patients share genetic testing results with family
Katz and colleagues developed a web-based intervention to educate people with cancer about the impact genetic variants can have on their family.
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Surviving sepsis: New guidelines harness life saving evidence for treating adults
An updated clinical guideline for treating sepsis in adults emphasizes pre-hospital care and judicious use of antibiotics and antifungals
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The algorithm will see you now? Patients say not without a doctor nearby
Researchers at the University of Michigan and Michigan State University found that U.S. adults were significantly more likely to trust in and choose medical AI in scenarios with better AI performance, U.S. Food and Drug Administration approval, national and local certifications, the presence of a clinician, and the use of representative data.
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Bringing awareness to cerebral palsy through Dallas Cowboys Cheerleader boots
Two-year-old Ava Young was diagnosed with cerebral palsy as an infant. With the help of physical and occupational therapy, she has been able to make substantial progress when it comes to developing her fine motor skills. In addition to the support from her therapies, Ava also has the support of her family. In the fall of 2025, her aunt featured cerebral palsy awareness on her Dallas Cowboy Cheerleaders boot.
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Post-operative prescription-fill patterns differ amongst patients on high dose opioids
A team at University of Michigan Medical School noted a lack of evidence around prescription practices for patients who come to surgery on high doses of opioids for chronic conditions.
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Caregiving without a net: Poll shows who needs help most
1 in 3 people over 50 act as caregivers to adult family members or friends, but a sizable percentage don't feel like they have the support they need, or don't know about or use programs like adult day care or respite care that could help them.
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A new way to close the pediatric mental health gap
Innovative model successfully improves access to pediatric psychiatric health care, while training future pediatricians to manage common mental health conditions, new data suggests.
