Health Lab

This episode first aired on 12/8/23. Urinary tract infections are a pain. A doctor explains how to banish them for good. 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...

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 academic medical center for the University of Mich...

This episode first aired in July 2023. Rapid state law changes mean 1 in 4 youth now live more than 4 hours from the closest clinic that could provide medications and hormones, and 1 in 4 clinics must stop offering this service. 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 Communica...

The fast-acting pill, paired with psychosocial treatment, offers a comprehensive treatment plan, but price concerns remain. 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 pa...

This episode first aired on September 22, 2023. Oral care is important, and your prenatal care should involve a trip to the dentist. 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 La...

It showed high levels of accuracy at predicting death, major bleeding events and the need for blood transfusion. Visit Health Lab to read the full story . The BMC2 Probability of Events Following PCI application can be found here . 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...

A large study shows having bipolar disorder is associated with a four- to six-fold risk of dying prematurely, suggesting more preventive efforts needed. 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...

A lack of regulation around CBD, Delta-8 and other cannabinoids could open up consumers to harm. 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...

This episode first aired on September 8, 2023. The collection of close to 2,000 samples provides an unbiased view of canine genetics. 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 L...

This episode first aired on October 6, 2023. It’s not a booster, it’s a new vaccine just in time for respiratory infection season. 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...

The device would be the first clinical-grade, diagnostic wrist-worn device for long term Afib monitoring. 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...

Urinary tract infections are a pain. A doctor explains how to banish them for good. 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 Netw...

This episode first aired on 9/1/23. Researchers look into a drug called proxalutamide as a potential therapeutic for the coronavirus. 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 L...

The fast-acting pill, paired with psychosocial treatment, offers a comprehensive treatment plan, but price concerns remain. 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 pa...

This episode was first released on July 7, 2023. Findings show that the insects sniff out diseased fungus by detecting certain chemicals. 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. Heal...

Evidence can help inform fertility care for transgender and gender diverse people who wish to become parents. 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 Mich...

This episode first aired in August 2023. A study seeks to determine post surgery outcomes from patients. 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...

A study explores how to better provide resources to sexual partners of those with STIs. 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...

For kids with epilepsy, seizures can strike at any time. Here’s what you can do to help. Educational resources for epilepsy and seizures Epilepsy Foundation Training and Education Michigan Medicine Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Care 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 Co...

*This episode first aired on 6-23-23. Researchers find higher hospital admission rates among nonbinary people, with a high proportion experiencing a chronic condition or mental illness. Visit our website for 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...

It’s not a booster, it’s a new vaccine just in time for respiratory infection season. 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 Ne...

This episode originally aired on 7-14-23. Researchers hope it will improve diagnosis and treatment, as well as clinical trial enrollment. 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. Heal...

Oral care is important, and your prenatal care should involve a trip to the dentist. 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 Net...

This episode was originally published on 6/30/23. As evidence of a link grows, people with depression, anxiety and more may want to get tested and eat iron-rich foods or take supplements. 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 m...

The collection of close to 2,000 samples provides an unbiased view of canine genetics. 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 N...