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An expert shares 10 things you should know about your health costs right now. Read the article on Health Lab . Episode Transcript Medicare & Medigap Switching Medicare Advantage Plans Medicare Advantage to traditional Medicare Special Enrollment Periods Medigap Open Enrollment Period Medicare Prescription Payment Plan "Extra Help" Medicare Program Navigating Medicare: State Health Insurance As...

A new national poll on children's health shows that less than half of parents think they have accurate information about bird flu, 2 in 5 parents wish the government was doing more to prevent a bird flu outbreak and only 1 in 3 parents have taken action to protect their family against it. You can read the full article on the Health Lab website. Episode Transcript For more on this story and for oth...

CSREs are conducted after a veteran screens positive for potential suicide risk, as part of the VA's ongoing effort to reduce the number of veterans who die by suicide. In the ongoing effort to reduce the number of veterans who die by suicide, a study identifies key factors that predict whether veterans who received a Comprehensive Suicide Risk Evaluation, the standardized suicide risk assessment...

Note: This episode was originally published on Feb. 28, 2025 and updated on Mar. 26, 2026.  Measles: 10 things to know about immunization and prevention. An infectious disease specialist from University of Michigan Health answer questions about the measles vaccine for adults and children. Visit the our website for the full story . Episode Transcript For more on this story and for others like...

This episode first aired on May 31, 2024. Grant helps launch research to improve screening and treatment for a gynecologic disorder disproportionately impacting Black and Hispanic populations. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . Episode Transcript For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the l...

Researchers have found that self-sampling is equally reliable to speculum exams for HPV screening in people aged 25 to 65. Visit our website for the episode transcript , and click here to read the full article . For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information t...

Today on Health Lab, a public health professor publicly shares her personal fibroid journey, addressing racial disparities for Black patients. Visit our website for the full article . You can find the episode transcript here . More Info: onWHARD Collaborative For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive...

For people with erectile dysfunction, penile prosthesis surgery provides a safer, and more successful treatment option, than you might think. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript . For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health res...

Lighting up cancer cells with biolasers. The technique overcomes the limitations of current cancer diagnostic tools. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript . For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to...

As climate change continues, the growing number and intensity of wildfires creates more air pollution, leading to poor air quality being a more common occurrence in many areas. Most parents are concerned about children's exposure to unhealthy air quality, but may not know the steps to take to help keep kids safe during those conditions. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click he...

Today on Health Lab, we share an article about wildfires and how to protect your lung health in poor air quality. Experts offer advice for living in hazardous ranges. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript . Resources: Check the air quality in your area in real time: AirNow.gov Build your own low-cost air purifier video tutorial For more informat...

Health Lab will be back with new episodes starting next week, but for now, please enjoy this re-release of our episode on viruses that are expected to have an uptick during colder seasons. What to know about the uptick in B19 and other respiratory illnesses expected to have a comeback in colder seasons. Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript . Fo...

IUDs are becoming one of the most popular forms of birth control for all ages. In this episode, we cover a recent Health Lab article Q&A on IUDs with Dr. Monica Rosen of University of Michigan Health. For information about IUDs, visit the Bedsider Birth Control Support Network . Read the full article on the Health Lab website, and click here for the episode transcript . For more on this story...

This episode first aired on October 4, 2024. Michigan claims data reveals underuse of an effective intervention. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the M...

This episode first aired on July 26, 2024. Researchers try to simplify the low-FODMAP diet in hopes of making it easier for patients to follow without sacrificing effectiveness. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical cen...

Expert offers strategies to help kids manage intense emotions as many parents report setting a bad example for anger management, worrying their child’s anger will cause problems. The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Healt...

Precautions are crucial — even lifesaving — when feeding guests with dietary restrictions. Simple strategies can help avoid issues at the dinner table. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . Note: This article was originally published on Nov. 30, 2017 and updated on November 15, 2024.  The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Med...

This episode first aired on 8/30/24. A recent study finds that after two major health policy shifts aimed at increasing access to care, slightly more pregnant and postpartum women with depression or anxiety received psychotherapy. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communi...

This episode first aired on February 16, 2024. U.S. emergency departments see 96% fewer visits, $7.6 million less in medical costs after FDA approval of over the counter emergency contraception. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the aca...

All types of health care costs, and financial scams, rise to the top. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . For the latest in health research and information, subscribe to our weekly newsletters. Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the Universi...

Research highlights alarming rates of diabetic retinopathy; an ophthalmologist shares what to know. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . For the latest in health research and information, subscribe to our weekly newsletters. Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic m...

In this episode, you will get to hear Dr. Boehnke, in his own words, talk about his experiences, and the “chemical nudges” approach to chronic pain; reframing the role of medications in chronic pain management, and why solely relying on pain relievers “disempowers patients, clinicians and the drugs themselves.” Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found...

Findings suggest significant increase in emergency department utilization for hypertensive disorders of pregnancy over 14 year span. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . For the latest in health research and information, subscribe to our weekly newsletters. Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Mi...

Michigan claims data reveals underuse of an effective intervention. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network . You can su...

This episode first aired in June 2024. Certain nighttime habits can either help or hurt sleep issues in young children. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The transcript for this episode can be found here . Health Lab is brought to you by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part o...