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Parents numb to misuse of narcotic pain meds by youth, new poll shows

Despite data on rising rates of abuse and overdoses of narcotic pain medicines across all age groups, in a new poll from the University of Michigan, most parents said they are not very concerned about misuse of these medicines ...

Health created Jan 23, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Children with egg allergies can safely receive flu vaccine, study says

Egg allergic children, including those with a history of anaphylaxis to egg, can safely receive a single dose of the seasonal influenza vaccine, according to a new study from the University of Michigan.

Immunology created Jan 22, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

U-M to develop guide for parents of children with disorders of sex development

When a child is born with a disorder of sex development, decisions regarding gender assignment and genital surgery are often made quickly and under pressure.

Health created Jan 16, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

REVIVE-IT study to examine earlier device use for patients with heart failure

The University of Michigan Cardiovascular Center and the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center will gain a new partner as it commences its study of earlier device use for patients with congestive heart failure.

Cardiology created Jan 15, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Researchers identify genetic mutation for rare cancer

By looking at the entire DNA from this one patient's tumor, researchers have found a genetic anomaly that provides an important clue to improving how this cancer is diagnosed and treated.

Genetics created Jan 15, 2013 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Postpartum depression prevalent in under-developed countries, could impact baby health and mortality

(Medical Xpress)—Postpartum depression not only affects mothers but it could mean higher health risks for the baby – especially in low-income countries like Ghana where the condition isn't well-recognized, ...

Obstetrics & gynaecology created Jan 08, 2013 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Better stroke care, everywhere: Study boosts local hospitals' clotbuster use

From the moment a stroke occurs, patients must race against the clock to get treatment that can prevent lasting damage. Now, a new study shows the promise – and the challenges – of getting them state-of-the-art ...

Neuroscience created Dec 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Lifestyle changes linked to better outcomes after peripheral intervention

Patients who quit smoking and took an aspirin and statin before undergoing treatment for blocked leg arteries were less likely to suffer a complication six months later, according to new research led by the University of ...

Cardiology created Dec 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast

Patients with diabetes may not receive best treatment to lower heart disease risk

For some people with diabetes, there may be such a thing as too much care.

Diabetes created Dec 18, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Doing the right thing when things go wrong

The University of Michigan Health System doesn't claim to be perfect. But its response to medical errors, near-misses, unexpected clinical problems and unintended outcomes is a model for the nation that other hospitals can ...

Health created Dec 14, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Earphones, music players on kids' holiday gift lists? Add a hearing screening

Just yelling "turn it down" isn't enough when young people are blasting music directly into their ears via earbuds and headphones, parents say. A new poll from the University of Michigan shows parents are strongly in favor ...

Health created Dec 10, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

To make old skin cells act young again, boost their surroundings, scientists show

As we get older, the trillions of cells in our body do too. And like us, they become less resilient and able to weather the stress of everyday life. Our skin especially tells the tale of what's happening throughout our bodies.

Medical research created Dec 10, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 0 | with audio podcast

New drug cuts risk of deadly transplant side effect in half

A new class of drugs reduced the risk of patients contracting a serious and often deadly side effect of lifesaving bone marrow transplant treatments, according to a study from researchers at the University of Michigan Comprehensive ...

Medical research created Dec 09, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Most women who have double mastectomy don't need it, study finds

About 70 percent of women who have both breasts removed following a breast cancer diagnosis do so despite a very low risk of facing cancer in the healthy breast, new research from the University of Michigan Comprehensive ...

Cancer created Nov 27, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0

Sweat glands play major role in healing human wounds, research shows

Turns out the same glands that make you sweat are responsible for another job vital to your health: they help heal wounds.

Medical research created Nov 20, 2012 | popularity not rated yet | comments 0 | with audio podcast