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Mobile monitoring system transforms bedside care
The Mobile Monitoring Transformation Project, supported by the Sickbay Clinical Platform will allow care team members to access data from cardiac monitors and all connected bedside devices on workstations, PCs, phones and tablets. The new web-based technology will transform bedside care and greatly enhance collaboration among care team members. A pilot was run last year, and units in different buildings will begin using the new technology this week, with a larger rollout planned.
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‘Concerning’ CT scans may cause unnecessary hospitalization for some pulmonary embolism patients
Michigan Medicine research finds that some patients with PE, a blood clot in one or more pulmonary arteries, may be hospitalized unnecessarily due to computed tomography, or CT, imaging results rather than clinical risk factors.
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Hiking Patagonia after spine surgery
Despite undergoing a spinal laminectomy surgery, a 73-year-old individual successfully completed a trip to Patagonia just three months later. Read about their inspiring journey and the exceptional care they received at University of Michigan Health.
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Excess physical activity can cause strain in young feet
New research from Michigan Medicine shows that excessive physical activity during summer sports can lead to weakened tendons and bones in children. It is crucial to balance activity with rest to prevent injury.
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Dancing again
After a car accident that left one teenager with multiple injuries, surgeons helped her get back to her passion of dancing.
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Car crash survivor avoids paralysis after less invasive spine surgery
Learn how a Michigan man, who survived a car crash and faced the risk of paralysis, was able to avoid it through spine endoscopy surgery performed by U-M Health. The innovative surgery is less invasive than traditional spine surgery and has a shorter recovery time.
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A rare neuromuscular disorder diagnosis brings long awaited answers for teen
For one teen, a rare neuromuscular disorder diagnosis brings long awaited answers.
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Predictive analytic tool proves adaptable and reliable in hospitals
Michigan Medicine study shows model that predicts patient deterioration defies traditional challenges.
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University of Michigan receives $71M NIH grant to advance clinical & translational science
MICHR to tackle goal of diversifying and improving research to speed therapies for benefit of all patients
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Unleashing 'the beast'
A 12-year-old basketball player is surprised with a custom adaptive sports wheelchair at Michigan Medicine.
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New institute to support and catalyze opioid research
The University of Michigan has launched a new transdisciplinary institute that will bolster research collaborations and strengthen community engagement to address the national opioid overdose crisis, which leads to nearly 200 deaths per day across the United States.
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How active joints in the summer reduce winter pains
Reducing joint pain starts with strengthening joint in warmer months, says a Michigan Medicine doctor.
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Fentanyl overdoses are on the rise. Here’s what to know and how you can help
Community awareness is critical to preventing overdoses
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4 ways to avoid summer spine injuries during the winter
Exercise during the colder months can prevent pain from appearing in the warmer weather
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Doctor learns how to walk again after biking accident
Today, Joseph Kolars rides as far as 40 miles now