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Want to curb cannabis-related crashes? Don’t forget older adults

Cannabis use before driving can increase crash risks. A new study of people over 50 looks at who is most likely to use marijuana within two hours of driving.
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Researchers develop models to help diagnose ALS earlier through blood biomarkers

New machine learning models by Michigan Medicine may help diagnose amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, earlier on through a blood sample.
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New hope for patients with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

A pulmonary and critical care doctor and research at Michigan Medicine discussed idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and the latest advancements in treating the condition.
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How can nursing homes protect more patients from infections?

Nursing home infection prevention and control is the subject of a new national guideline that includes MDRO “superbug” precautions, PPE, antibiotic stewardship and more.
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America doesn’t have enough hospital beds. This could help

The Michigan Medicine Capacity Command Center, known as M2C2, and operational changes have accelerated bed assignment, transfer acceptance and discharge while reducing length of stay for adult inpatients.
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Study to focus on factors influencing brain development in kids with congenital heart disease

Researchers examine how early heart procedures may influence neurodevelopment in babies with limited blood flow to the lungs.
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Americans are unprepared for the expensive and complex process of aging

A Michigan Medicine geriatrician explains how Americans can prepare to age well.
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Medicaid work rules are coming; a top researcher recommends actions to take now

A University of Michigan Medicaid research leader spells out what doctors, clinics, health systems, researchers and community organizers should do – and what they need.
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5 things to know about using marijuana while pregnant or breastfeeding

Michigan Medicine obstetric and pediatrics specialists share key information about marijuana use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
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Gut microbiome may influence how patients with pancreatic cancer respond to treatment

Microbes create unique communities called microbiomes in the gut, oral cavity, skin and urogenital regions. Donnele Daley discusses common misconceptions about “healthy” microbes, the role of microbiomes in pancreatic cancer and future research directions.
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Most older drivers don't think about the road ahead, poll suggests 

Most people over 65 drive at least weekly and are confident they can drive safely, but most aren’t aware they can plan ahead for a time when it’s no longer safe for them to drive. 
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Doctors treat lung cancer patient after cancer metastasized to her brain

Linda Rossi was initially diagnosed with lung cancer and moved to Michigan for treatment from U-M. She received surgery, but four years later the tumor spread to her brain, and she was treated with surgery and radiation.
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Using genetic testing, doctors help patient find answers for her diabetes

For 30 years Autumn Caris thought she had type 1 diabetes. After learning about MODY, a rare and often misdiagnosed type of diabetes, she finally got answers at U-M.
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Chronic blood clots in woman’s lungs treated without surgery

A woman who had difficulty breathing daily received a series of minimally invasive procedures to remove clots in the vessels that supply blood to her lungs, allowing her to breathe free again.
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The faces of epilepsy: finding strength in hope

There are over 60 types of epilepsy, 30 kinds of seizures and four categories of complexity. Five families share their unique journeys with the condition.