Smart seniors' guide to flu season
(11/20/09)
Getting immunized against seasonal flu is the most important step most people over 50 should take this flu season. Older people who come down with flu-like symptoms should call their primary care physician promptly, because they may be priority candidates for antiviral drugs.
Full Press ReleaseInternet predators, privacy, porn: Are parents concerned?
(11/19/09)
A report released today by the C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health shows that parents across the United States have a wide range of concerns about the safety of their children’s lives online.
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Chances of surviving a cardiac arrest at home or work unchanged in 30 years
(11/19/09)
The chance of surviving an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest has not improved since the 1950s, according to a report by the University of Michigan Health System. The analysis shows only 7.6 percent of victims survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest.
Full Press ReleaseGift of a Bear Program helps patients at U-M C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital
(11/17/09)
The University of Michigan C.S. Mott Children’s and Women’s Hospital is launching a new Gift of a Bear Program, which helps comfort young Mott patients and raises money for families in need. Supporters can help the healing of a Mott child by purchasing a teddy bear outfitted in an “M GO BLUE for Mott” T-shirt for $25. Proceeds will also benefit the Family Hope Fund that provides help to families in need at a challenging time in their lives.
Full Press ReleaseStudy shows mixed results in comparing surgeries for infant heart defects
(11/17/09)
Infants born with a severely underdeveloped heart are more likely to survive to their first birthday when treated with a new shunt procedure — yet it may not be the safest surgery long term, according to research by the University of Michigan Congenital Heart Center.
Full Press ReleasePublic may find it hard to follow measures to limit infection in pandemics
(11/16/09)
The H1N1 flu virus is spreading misery around the country, but University of Michigan researchers say that implementing and sustaining infection-limiting measures will still be a challenge.
Full Press ReleaseExpert panel to discuss bipolar disorder in Grosse Pointe Woods
(11/10/09)
The University of Michigan will host a free panel discussion on bipolar disorder in Grosse Pointe Woods this December. Bipolar disorder, which can be a devastating illness for individuals and families, is a chronic disease characterized by unstable and unpredictable moods. However, bipolar disorder is treatable, and new research is underway to advance treatment options.
Full Press ReleaseNIH stimulus awards to U-M Medical School top $47 million
(11/05/09)
Researchers from the University of Michigan Medical School have received 182 stimulus-package awards totaling nearly $47.5 million from the National Institutes of Health, as of November 1. The grants will enable U-M scientists and physicians to continue or begin projects that explore innovative approaches to important health issues.
Full Press ReleaseU-M World Diabetes Day Health Fair hosted Nov. 14
(11/03/09)
The University of Michigan Comprehensive Diabetes Center will host its third annual World Diabetes Day Health Fair 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 14 at the Four Points by Sheraton in Ann Arbor. Special presentations will be held on foot care and healthy eating. The day is designed to inform the public about diabetes, its causes, risks and management.
Full Press ReleasePregnant women risk early delivery from psychiatric medication use
(11/03/09)
The odds triple for early child delivery among pregnant women with a history of depression who used psychiatric medication, a new study showed.