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The day doctors began to conquer smallpox – Dr. Markel’s latest PBS column
In his latest column for the PBS Newshour, U-M medical historian Howard Markel takes a look at the history of smallpox vaccination, on the anniversary of the first attempt by Edward Jenner to inoculate a child against the deadly disease. … Continue reading
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Depression study led by Drs. Li and Akil makes international news
On Monday afternoon, a team of U-M scientists and their colleagues published the first evidence that circadian rhythms are altered in the brains of people with depression, even at the level of gene activity. The study, led by Jun Li, … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research, UMHS in the News
Former U-M football stars host celebrity gala and golf tournament to benefit U-M C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
Brian Griese, Steve Hutchinson and Charles Woodson host 7th annual Champions for Children’s Hearts The 7th Annual Champions for Children’s Hearts celebrity gala and golf tournament – presented by Delta Airlines and Lexus of Ann Arbor and hosted by Brian … Continue reading
Medicare cost data released – How does UMHS compare, and why?
On Wednesday, May 8, the federal agency that runs Medicare released a huge amount of data about how much hospitals bill Medicare for 100 different types of care, and how much Medicare actually pays those hospitals. This unprecedented data release … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical Care, Leadership & Administration, UMHS in the News
U-M’s Mary Rogers in New York Times
A UMHS study on the link between depression and the risk for Clostridium difficile infection was featured in New York Times health blog “Well.” See article here:http://umhealth.me/DepgutNYT The study was led by Mary A.M. Rogers, Ph.D., M.S., research assistant professor … Continue reading
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The Brain-Gut Connection – A link between depression and common hospital-acquired infection
Adults with depression, widowed Americans and seniors who live alone more likely to develop Clostridium difficile infection; some antidepressants modify risk. Adults with depression and who receive certain types of anti-depressants have an increased risk of developing Clostridium difficile, a … Continue reading
Posted in: Clinical & Translational Research, UMHS in the News
Many parents multi-task while driving kids, U-M study finds
Survey shows child passengers often in cars with distracted drivers; many youngsters also not in the right size safety seat Many parents are putting their precious cargo at risk while driving, according to survey results that will be presented May … Continue reading
Collaborating Across Disciplines – A Research Imperative (May 13)
CollaborateposterF2b.pdf The collaborate! initiative at the North Campus Research Complex is sponsoring a day-long workshop on May 13 focusing on collaborative research in the academic environment. Consisting of speakers, interactive working sessions, and networking opportunities, this workshop explores the critical … Continue reading
Wolverines for Life initiative wins award at national UNOS Transplant Management Forum
A poster presentation about the University of Michigan Transplant Center’s Wolverines for Life initiative won an award last week at the United Network for Organ Sharing Transplant Management Forum. The poster, which took the prize in the Increasing Donor Awareness … Continue reading
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U-M hosts first National Research Summit on Reserve Component Military Families
Sgt. Maj. of the Army Raymond Chandler joined researchers, clinicians, military leaders and policy makers at U-M last week as part of a discussion to better address the mental health and wellbeing needs of National Guard and Reserve military families.U-M … Continue reading
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