Corneal Transplants Effective for Shingles-Related Complications
A Kellogg Eye Center study finds great promise in corneal transplants for patients who suffer shingles and develop subsequent vision-limiting corneal scarring.
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New DNA ‘Shredder’ Technique Goes Beyond CRISPR’s ‘Scissors’
A tool borrowed from bacteria successfully seeks out, cuts and destroys long stretches of human cells’ DNA, opening doors to new uses in research and treatment.
‘Superbugs’ Found on Patients’ Hands and What They Touch
Hospitals put a lot of effort into encouraging good hand hygiene among staff. But findings about multidrug-resistant organisms suggest a new frontier for preventing transmission.
7 Safety Tips for Riding Uber and Lyft
A national poll finds parents have concerns about younger passengers using the popular apps. Here’s how to use ride-share services safely.
Group Prenatal Program Brings Expectant Moms Together
The Von Voigtlander Women’s Hospital introduces a program designed to increase the time patients spend with their obstetrics and gynecology teams.
A Tiny Cry for Help from Inside the Liver Could Lead to Better Treatment
An enzyme’s newly discovered ability to spur the body to prevent or repair acute liver injury could be harnessed as a therapy or used as a biomarker.
A Tiny Cry for Help from Inside the Liver Could Lead to Better Treatment
An enzyme’s newly discovered ability to spur the body to prevent or repair acute liver injury in mice could be harnessed as a therapy or used as a biomarker.
When Your Child Suffers a Concussion: A Social Worker’s Role
Caring for a child’s mental health after a concussion is just as important as treating the physical symptoms.
U-M’s SecondLook Apps Help Medical Students Succeed
A Michigan Medicine professor’s nontraditional approach to studying inspires the creation of a series of review apps for health sciences students.
How to Close the Door on Stress
There are many techniques to help you manage stress and live a more balanced life. Find the one that works for you.
