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Monthly Archives: September 2011
Update on alleged incident at Mott
On Sept. 20, a former Mott patient reported to University police that while she was a patient on Aug. 20, she was assaulted by a visitor (who was screened and badged to visit another patient in the room they shared). … Continue reading
Posted in: Announcements
Financial hardship causes many to make medical sacrifices
The current economic landscape has forced almost half of Americans who take a prescription medicine to make cost-cutting medical sacrifices, reports ABC News. According to a survey released by Consumer Reports, 48 percent of prescription-taking Americans have cut back on … Continue reading
Posted in: UMHS in the News
October 9 – U-M Cancer Center to host Dia de la Familia Latina
Blood pressure, cholesterol screenings available at free eventIn an effort to increase awareness in the Latino community about health issues such as cancer and heart disease, the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center will host Dia de la Familia Latina … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students, Public Events
October 4 – Teens Using Drugs – Part One, What To Know
“Teens Using Drugs: What To Know and What To Do” is a free, ongoing, two-part workshop series designed to help participants learn to understand, identify and address adolescent alcohol/other drug problems. Part 1 provides information on how to understand and … Continue reading
Posted in: Public Events
October 19 – Walking the Dotted Line – Working for Multiple Managers
If you report to one person but have a dotted line relationship with another manager, then you know the challenges involved with keeping both happy while still juggling your duties. In this session, you will gain the necessary skills to … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students, Public Events
October 5 – Flu vaccine clinic at Turner Senior Resource Center
U-M Michigan Visiting Nurses will administer seasonal flu vaccine to persons 18 years of age and older. The clinic will take place Wednesday, Oct. 5 from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at the Turner Senior Resource Center, 2401 Plymouth Road … Continue reading
Posted in: Public Events
October 4 – Get your flu shot at the Rachel Upjohn Building
All faculty, staff and students are invited to get a free flu shot at the flu clinic being held Tuesday, Oct. 4 at the Rachel Upjohn Building on 4250 Plymouth Road. The clinic runs 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. Additional … Continue reading
Posted in: Public Events
November 8 – Spine Injuries in Athletes Young and Old
Back pain can reduce quality of life for people of any age and any activity level. This free public forum will cover everything you ever wanted to know about disc injuries to the spine. University of Michigan Orthopaedic Spine Surgeon … Continue reading
October 5 – Great lakes chapter of Society of Pediatric Nurses fall meeting
Come to the Great lakes chapter of Society of Pediatric Nurses fall meeting on October 5 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Five West Mott Conference Room. A light meal will be provided during this brief meeting and educational … Continue reading
Posted in: Events for Faculty, Staff and Students
October 5 – Fostering Innovation Grants Storyboard event
The Fostering Innovation Grants (FIGs) Program is hosting its first FIGs Storyboard Event on Wednesday, Oct. 5 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. in the Towsley Lobby. You’ll have the opportunity to talk to past FIGs award winners, check out … Continue reading