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Study sheds light on role of abortion drug in causing rare, fatal infections when used off-label
UMHS suggests that the immunosuppressive effect of the drug misoprostol, if given vaginally rather than orally along with RU-486 to terminate a pregnancy, is likely the reason a small number of women have contracted a rare, fatal bacterial infection.
AHA Honors UMHS
The doctors, nurses and other health professionals of the University of Michigan Health System provide some of the highest-quality health care in the country -- and some of the safest, too.
A. Alfred Taubman's Gift
On April 21, 2011, A. Alfred Taubman donated $100 million in support of medical science institute.
Use of complementary and alternative therapies in children
Complementary and alternative therapies are becoming more and more popular in the pint-size set. A U-M pediatrician discusses the use of complementary and alternative therapies in children and offers advice on what may be safe and effective.
Big boom in boomer knee replacement surgeries
The number of baby boomers opting for knee replacement surgery earlier in life is growing at an exponential rate - in just 10 years, there could be as many as 3.2 million annual knee replacements.
Bladder Cancer Spotlight: Phil's Story
The importance of breast care and screening as you age
Despite recent examples of young and middle-aged celebrities being diagnosed with breast cancer, more than half of breast cancers happen in women over age 65.
Kids who bully, have aggressive behaviors are twice as likely to have sleep problems
Children who are sleepy during the day are more likely to be bullies or have conduct problems at school, according to University of Michigan Medical School researchers.
Calm the heart to stop a stroke?
A range of treatments for the irregular heartbeat known as atrial fibrillation aim to reduce the chance of a stroke, and ease symptoms, for millions.
Hearing loss prevention
About 10 million people in the United States alone - from troops returning from war to students with music blasting through headphones -are suffering from impairing noise-induced hearing loss.
Former Wolverine Charles Woodson gives $2 million to children's hospital
Charles Woodson, former University of Michigan football standout and 1997 Heisman trophy winner, has made a gift of $2 million to the new University of Michigan C.S. Mott Childrens Hospital and Womens Hospital.
Cheap eats: How to find healthy food
Holly Scherer, Registered Dietician, says you can follow a few easy guidelines and still buy healthy foods, rather than switching to a diet of potato chips, macaroni and cheese, and a fast-food burger.
Cheerleading is leading cause of catastrophic injury
Cheerleading has become the leading cause of catastrophic injury in young female athletes. University of Michigan Health System expert discusses cheerleading injuries and advises parents on how to help keep their children cheering safely.
Learn about Children's Emergency Services at the University of Michigan Health System
Children's Emergency Services at the University of Michigan Health System specializes in the care of children, first and foremost. All the physicians are trained pediatricians specializing in emergency medicine.
U-M Study: Chronically ill might be happier if they gave up hope
Most of us have been told at one time or another to never lose hope. This plea is particularly common when dealing with medical problems. But new UMHS research indicates that there may be a dark side to hope when dealing with chronic medical conditions
Colon Cancer: The Importance of a Screening Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is the most reliable way to prevent and detect colon cancer.
Colon Cancer: Understanding Your Risk
It's All in the Family: U of M Researchers Discuss Colon Cancer Risk Factors
Colorectal Cancer Facts
U-M physicians provide an overview of colorectal cancer facts.
Corneal Transplant Surgery
A super-fast and high-tech laser developed for use in eye surgery at U-M Kellogg Eye Center could change the face of corneal eye transplant surgery.
Could Heart Transplants Become a Thing of the Past?
Could technology be the solution - whether temporary, or permanent - for many of these people? Could heart transplants ever become a thing of the past? The answers are yes - and perhaps, says a U-M heart surgeon.
Psoriasis patients benefit from long-established treatments
Dr. Anderson talks about the Dermatology Day Treatment Center.