Vision Impairment is Associated with Mortality
A meta-analysis finds that vision impairment and blindness are tied to an increased risk of mortality, prompting the need to address global eye health disparities.
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How One Doctor Aims to Combat Structural Racism in Medicine
A urologic oncology fellow dedicates his career to debunking false notions about racial biology.
RNA Research Brings Hope to Millions with Rare Diseases
A human genetics investigator discusses new RNA research developments that may aid in treating and preventing rare genetic diseases.
How One Caregiver Keeps his Dad Safe from COVID-19
"I’m a protector. Keeping Dad healthy, really, that’s my motivation."
Most Older Adults, Especially Women, Haven’t Gotten Checked for Hearing Loss
National poll spotlights opportunity for primary care providers and hearing care specialists to work together to spot and treat hearing loss.
Can a High Fructose Diet Protect Against Drug Induced Liver Damage?
A team explores the protective capabilities of consuming a diet enriched with fructose when it comes to acetaminophen overdose in mice.
Implanted Chemotherapy Device Has Kept Her Cancer in Check for More Than a Year
A decades-old tool experiencing a revival, hepatic artery infusion pumps can offer a powerful option for some patients whose colorectal cancer has spread to the liver.
Women Experience Faster Cognitive Decline with Age
A new analysis finds higher baseline cognition scores for aging women, but a more rapid drop once cognitive decline begins.
Help U-M Biomedical Research Teams Compete in the Annual STAT Madness Tournament
University of Michigan research into COVID-19 complications, cancer and surprise medical bills competes among the nation’s top discoveries of the past year.
A Lifelong Journey
A patient, a mother and their health care family.
