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NOTE: This recording was recorded in May, when the article first published. Check the CDC's website for the most current updates. No matter where you fall on the mask spectrum, here are 11 things to know right now. https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/confused-about-latest-mask-rules-read Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While babies can’t receive the COVID vaccine themselves, they may still benefit from vaccine antibodies that pass through the placenta or breastmilk. For the full text of the article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/womens-health/covid-19-vaccine-during-pregnancy-protects-newborns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While selecting nursery colors and baby names may be among your first thoughts after discovering you’re pregnant, there’s another important choice to make. Who do you want on your health care team for this 40-week journey? Three experts explain what you need to know before choosing your prenatal provider. For the full text of the article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/womens-health/ob-g...

The cannabis-derived substance provides fewer side effects, with less potential for abuse. For the full blog post text, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/people-fibromyalgia-substituting-cbd-for-opioids-to-manage-pain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Experts weigh in on how best to adapt to new mask-related policies. For the full blog post text, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/coping-anxiety-as-mask-mandates-lift Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has lowered the recommended age of colorectal cancer screenings from 50 to 45. Colorectal cancer cases have risen among the younger population over the past few decades. For more information about this story, visit https://michmed.org/v1NXk . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why a false controversy about vaccine privacy and “passports” threatens to prolong the pandemic. For the full blog post text, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/who-has-a-right-to-ask-if-youre-vaccinated Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For the full text blog post, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/med-u/a-new-online-masters-degree-changing-game Learn more about the HILS-Online graduate program: University of Michigan Health Infrastructures and Learning Systems Online Master of Science Program Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A wealth of evidence suggests these tests are often unnecessary, costly, and can lead to adverse effects.  For more information about this story, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/routine-testing-before-surgery-remains-common-despite-low-value. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A study in cells and mice finds a compound that works with fewer side effects than opioids. For the full text of this story, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/bodys-natural-pain-killers-can-be-enhanced Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

But they should: A cancer found in the throat is now the leading cancer caused by HPV, and 80% of those diagnosed are men. For more information about this story, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/few-young-adult-men-have-gotten-hpv-vaccine . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Almost a quarter of those undergoing common surgical procedures also smoke. For more information about this story, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/study-finds-high-prevalence-of-smoking-among-surgery-patients . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clinical guidelines have encouraged the integration of palliative care, yet medicine lags far behind its goals for ovarian cancer, especially for people of color. For more information about this story, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/industry-dx/end-of-life-care-remains-aggressive-for-people-ovarian-cancer . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A study finds almost 60% of adult patients who needed to be hospitalized for injuries eventually go back to work. Yet they’re more likely to be physically disabled and financially strained. For more information about this story, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/many-workers-return-to-their-jobs-after-being-hospitalized-for-injuries . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Swollen lymph nodes, a possible side effect of the vaccine, could raise unnecessary concerns if they appear on your screening exam. An expert explains why waiting a few weeks after your shot to get your next mammogram may be prudent. For more information about this story, visit https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/covid-vaccines-and-mammograms-what-you-need-to-know-about-timing-yo...

Southeast Michigan’s Middle Eastern and North African population face significant barriers to achieving optimal health. For more, visit https://michmed.org/v1PV3 . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Michigan Medicine team’s online guidelines have been viewed more than 30,000 times by providers in 150 countries since the beginning of the pandemic. For the full article, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/leading-way-practical-treatment-of-covid-19 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nearly every state has reported cases of a rare, but potentially life-threatening, COVID-related inflammatory illness affecting children. For the full article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/mis-c-covid-related-condition-parents-need-to-know-about Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Two gastroenterologists weigh in on the most effective evidence-based ways to treat the complex disease.  For the full article, please visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/how-to-best-manage-crohns-disease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson & Johnson – with more COVID vaccines available, does it matter which one you get? An expert on COVID variants discusses the available vaccines. For the full article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/covid-vaccines-does-it-matter-which-one-you-get Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new study finds encouraging associations between flu shots and less severe COVID infections. For the full article, please visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/flu-shot-associated-fewer-less-severe-covid-cases Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An immunologist explains how the vaccine trains your immune system to fight the coronavirus. ‘For more information about this story visit https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/what-happens-after-you-get-covid-19-vaccine . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The majority of parents support teen’s involvement with demonstrations about racism and police reform, but some may need to expand conversations in advance, expert says. For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/national-poll-more-teens-participating-protests-against-racism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As cold weather approaches, a gastrointestinal psychologist shares best practices for navigating life during the COVID-19 pandemic. For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/how-to-protect-your-mental-and-physical-health-holiday-season Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An infectious disease expert discusses the latest treatments for COVID-19. For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/health-management/covid-19-therapies-where-are-we Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.