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C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital tops state rankings, earns national honors from U.S. News & World Report

Mott Rankings 2021

Mott is ranked No.1 in the state and No.3 in the Midwest in U.S. News & World Report's 2021-22 Best Children's Hospitals rankings.

University of Michigan Health C.S. Mott Children's Hospital is the top-ranked children's hospital in the state and third in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report. Mott is the only Michigan hospital nationally ranked in all 10 evaluated pediatric specialties in the 2021-22 Best Children’s Hospitals rankings released June 15.

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Cells are surprisingly inefficient at RNA splicing

Researchers say it leaves most intronic sequences untouched as transcripts are being synthesized.

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Genomic test could help predict aggressive disease in men newly diagnosed with prostate cancer

An analysis of patient data from across Michigan found scores from the Decipher Biopsy test independently aligned with outcomes.

Tuesday, July 27, 2021

Keeping afloat during the pandemic

Swimming was how Kara Wolter found solace, especially after her bone cancer diagnosis and leg amputation. But COVID often took away her safe place and delayed her Swim Across America race. Here’s how she ultimately crossed the finish line.

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July 27, 2021

Michigan Medicine hospitals ranked best in Michigan, No. 11 in the U.S. by U.S. News & World Report

Monday, July 26, 2021

Concern about safety is main reason many Detroiters aren't getting vaccinated

A University of Michigan survey reveals more.

Monday, July 26, 2021

Heated chemotherapy can help some children with cancer

Known as HIPEC, the therapy has been available for adults for years at Michigan Medicine. Now it’s an option for kids here, too.

Monday, July 26, 2021

Parents split on whether to vaccinate younger kids against COVID

3 in 4 parents say their child’s doctor will influence their decision about getting kids vaccinated against COVID, but many haven’t had the conversation.