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Q&A regarding the most deadly form of skin cancer, melanoma.
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Music therapy is used to relieve anxiety and stress for patients with cancer.
U of M Study: Multiple sclerosis patients with same symptoms may have distinct types of disease
The results of a U-M doctor's studies raise the prospects for tailoring treatments for patients with Multiple Sclerosis
Music Therapy Helps Relieve Anxiety
Music therapy helps relieve anxiety, emotions of cancer diagnosis. Music is known to soothe the savage beast. Can it also soothe those mired in the grief, confusion and pain of cancer diagnosis and treatment?
U-M to Use New Device That Detects Small Movements During Radiation Treatment for Prostate Cancer
The Calypso system allows for accurate measurement and targeting during prostate therapy.
Number of patients with dementia on the rise
By the year 2050, about 30 million Americans are expected to suffer from Alzheimers disease. Experts in the field are trying to determine if sophisticated imaging equipment can help predict the development of the disease.
More than half of nursing homes lack plan for pandemic flu
If an influenza pandemic hits the United States, acute care hospitals are likely to be overwhelmed.
U-M researchers find indirect path to attack breast cancer stem cells
Scientists at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center have identified a potential new way of attacking breast cancer stem cells, the small number of cells in a tumor that fuel its growth and spread.
Spinal cord injury patients help U-M prevent diving injuries
An award-winning video Shattered Dreams, is promoted by the University of Michigans Department of Neurosurgery as part of an injury prevention effort.
Peyton's Story: The Michigan
Peyton was born with Myelomeningocele, the most serious form of Spina bifida. Watch his story and learn about treatment for Spina bifida.
Port wine stains an easy fix
Three of every 1,000 children born has a port wine stain, which is made up of numerous dilated blood vessels in a localized part of the skin. They can occur anywhere on the body, but most patients who seek treatment have port wine stains on the face
Proper seatbelt use by pregnant women would save 200 fetuses a year, University of Michigan study finds
A new study led by researchers at the University of Michigan found that about 200 fetuses each year would not be lost if pregnant women properly buckled their seatbelts every time they were in an automobile.
U-M researchers discover therapeutic target for pulmonary fibrosis
More than 40,000 people die each year from idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a condition with no effective treatment. Researchers at U-M have discovered a therapeutic target in mice that could lead to treatment for patients.
Radiation Oncology: Care Close to Home
The University of Michigan's Radiation Oncology Network is made up of a group of sites throughout the state of Michigan. At each of these sites University of Michigan physicians are taking care of patients using the best technology.
U-M Radiation Oncology: Leaders in Research
Treating tumors while avoiding healthy normal tissue is key to effective radiation therapy. Thanks to software developed here at the University of Michigan, we can see tumors in three-dimensional space, allowing us to target tumors and avoid normal tissue
U-M Radiation Oncology: Cutting Edge Treatment
At the University of Michigan Department of Radiation Oncology, we have linear accelerator-based therapy. Combined with our experience, research and treatment planning techniques, the accuracy in treating tumors and avoiding normal tissue is unparalleled
Revamped UMHS newsroom provides more resources within two clicks of a mouse
The University of Michigan Health System has revamped its online newsroom, providing more streamlined access to news, background information and interactive resources for the media and public.
Ryan Cliff Video Spotlight
During his senior year, Ryan Cliff stepped out onto the soccer field to start for the first time. Once Ryan experienced pain and trouble breathing, he was taken away in an ambulance to later be diagnosed with Arrythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopat
Saving lives more efficiently: Cardiac arrest study may help EMS & ERs
A new study led by a U-M emergency physician shows that a single standard guideline could help ambulance crews and emergency room teams determine which cardiac arrest victims might benefit from a trip to the hospital.
Schools failing when it comes to bullying, violence prevention
Providing a safe and secure environment is paramount in helping children to learn well in school. According to a new C.S. Mott Children's Hospital NPCH, many parents around the country are concerned about their school's ability to keep children safe.
New shoulder repair technique effective when standard procedures are not
The shoulder is the most commonly dislocated joint in the human body, occurring most often in young, athletic people.
Sinus Symptoms and Treatments
Dr. Melissa Pynnonen provides the common sinus symptoms and treatment options.
Five things you should know about stem cell research
Michigan voters soon will decide whether to change a Michigan law that currently restricts research using embryonic stem cells. And U-M scientists want to make sure voters are well-informed on this issue before heading to the polls on Nov. 4.
Stress may lead students to stimulants
Recent studies show that a growing number of high school and college students are turning to stimulants like ADHD drugs and energy drinks to help them through their stress -- particularly during exam time.
U-M Studies Stroke Prevention Procedures
Like horses running down a race track, two different artery-opening treatments appear to be running neck-and-neck when it comes to preventing stroke among people with clogged neck arteries and other health problems.
Students with food allergies often not prepared
University of Michigan researchers say students with food allergies all-too-often engage in risky behavior related to their allergies, including failing to avoid potentially dangerous food and informing others about their food allergies.
Sweatin' with the oldies
Fitness programs at the University of Michigan promote physical activity and a healthy lifestyle for senior citizens.
Giving the gift of health this holiday season
A bottle of cologne, a new pair of pajamas or a video game are all quick and easy gifts to buy and wrap for the upcoming holiday season. But this year, why not give something more healthy and beneficial to a loved one? Why not give the gift of health?
The truth about stem cell science
University of Michigan experts provide educational information to help Michigan citizens learn about the ethics, guidelines, and federal and state oversight that apply to all human stem cell research.
Train like an Olympian
Do the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics have you inspired to get fit? University of Michigan Health System fitness experts say there are many ways you can get off the couch and get moving without hurting yourself -- even during commercial breaks.