Older adults with vision problems face a heightened risk of falls and premature death, according to a University of Michigan study.

Recent studies by Michigan Medicine IHPI experts offer new insights into factors contributing to suicide risk among veterans and opportunities to strengthen suicide prevention programs

Bipolar disorder treatment could become more precisely focused if guided by the results of personality tests that reveal personality styles, or combinations of personality traits.

In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth Harry speaks with leaders from U-M (Dr. Kelcey Stratton), Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience (Dr. Whitney Begeman) and MHealthy (Karen Schmidt) about key mental health and well-being challenges in 2025. They explore how post-pandemic trauma, burnout, social isolation and workplace stress continue to impact health care professionals. The trio of guests share insights on practical tools like micro-breaks, peer support through the COMPASS program and nature-based practices from the NatureRx initiative. They emphasize the power of small, sustainable habits—like five-minute daily check-ins and better sleep hygiene—to boost resilience. Whether you're a caregiver, leader, or staff member, this conversation offers meaningful strategies for thriving in body, mind and spirit.

On May 15, the University of Michigan Board of Regents approved promotions for more than 200 Medical School faculty members. Their new appointments take effect Aug. 25, 2025.

Researchers have discovered a new molecular process that occurs when donor hearts are preserved in cold storage which contributes to failure after transplant, a study in both humans and animals shows. Fortunately, therapy that is typically prescribed for high blood pressure can target this process to reduce cold preservation associated with cardiac injury. This discovery has potential to improve the consistent function of donor hearts and extend the distance they can be safely transported in cold storage.