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chemobrain.mp3
The cognitive effects of chemotherapy - "chemo brain" - is discussed, including contributing factors, and how the condition can be treated.
breast_asym.mp3
A new study from the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center reveals that women who experience breast asymmetry following breast conserving surgery were more likely to experience poor quality of life and fear of cancer recurrence.
heartassist.mp3
An overview of new heart devices, specifically Heartmate2, that are being used in replace of heart transplant surgery is given.
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.
healthybudget.mp3
Tips on how to eat healthy foods without breaking the bank, including what types of foods to buy, what brands, and what you can do to make every dollar stretch.
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.
babyboomknee_replace.mp3
Knee-replacement surgery among the baby-boomer generation is discussed, including the benefits of undergoing the procedure, and the risks of the increasing number of patients that need them.
homealone.mp3
Millions of tweens will be left home alone this summer, despite their parents' concerns that they may not have the knowledge and skills they need to stay safe at home.
vitamind.mp3
Strong bones, a healthy immune system, protection against some types of cancer: Recent studies suggest there¿s yet another item for the expanding list of vitamin D benefits. Vitamin D, also know as ¿the sunshine vitamin,¿ helps keeps the heart fit.
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.
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.
adhd6.mp3
Kyla Boyse speaks with Dr. Layla Mohammed about ADHD; diagnosis, treatment, medication, transition planning for your child and more.
racerectalcancer.mp3
Black patients and white patients are seeing rectal cancer specialists at similar rates, but blacks are still less likely to receive chemotherapy or radiation therapy, according to a new study from the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center.
childrenresearch.mp3
Matthew Davis, M.D, explains the most recent poll's findings and what parents should know about pediatric research.
laughteryoga.mp3
An overview of Laughter Yoga, including how it works, and its mental and physical health benefits.
Laugh Your Way to Wellness With Yoga
Laughter yoga - part of a growing trend in parts of the United States, India and other countries -- can really make a difference in your overall health.
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.
arteries.mp3
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.
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.
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.
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.
nasal.mp3
An overview of "nasal irrigation", a method used to treat irritating nasal symptoms commonly experienced due to allergies or cold-related nasal conditions.
exercisebands.mp3
Resistance band exercises that improve strength and fitness.
seatbelts.mp3
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.
adhd4.mp3
Kyla Boyse speaks with Dr. Layla Mohammed about ADHD; diagnosis, treatment, medication, transition planning for your child and more.
cognitive.mp3
A new nationally representative study led by the University of Michigan shows a downward trend in the rate of "cognitive impairment" -- the umbrella term for everything from significant memory loss to dementia and Alzheimer's disease
Health Tips to Ease Family Travel
To help alleviate some stress, a U-M pediatrician encourages parents to prepare for health situations before they take off on their next family getaway, and offers tips for what to pack should your child get sick while traveling.
videogame.mp3
A discussion about virtual video games and how - though they are a place to start in leading a healthy lifestyle - they should not replace real exercise is given.
tinnitus.mp3
Acupuncture and similar methods to calm nerves in head and neck could relieve tinnitus, animal study suggests.
hpvvac.mp3
A new study from U-M C.S. Mott Children¿s Hospital finds that using risk factors ¿ including a woman¿s sexual history - to target specific populations for HPV vaccination is not effective, and would exclude as many as 80 percent of women.