Latest news from Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan on News en-us Copyright 2024 News 115 31 / /images/newswise-logo-rss.gif /articles/nerve-damage-reduced-in-prediabetic-mice-with-diet-exercise/?sc=rsin /articles/nerve-damage-reduced-in-prediabetic-mice-with-diet-exercise/?sc=rsin Thu, 21 Nov 2024 08:05:30 EST A low calorie diet and high intensity exercise can reduce nerve damage in prediabetic mice, according to a Michigan Medicine study. Researchers say findings reinforce the potential of lifestyle factors to treat peripheral neuropathy, a prevalent and painful complication of obesity, prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/recycled-pacemakers-function-as-well-as-new-devices-international-study-suggests/?sc=rsin /articles/recycled-pacemakers-function-as-well-as-new-devices-international-study-suggests/?sc=rsin Wed, 20 Nov 2024 07:00:57 EST Recycled pacemakers can function as well as new devices, a University of Michigan-led study suggests. These used and reconditioned devices have the potential to increase access to pacemaker therapy in low- and middle-income countries, where many patients cannot afford the treatment. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/changing-the-definition-of-cerebral-palsy/?sc=rsin /articles/changing-the-definition-of-cerebral-palsy/?sc=rsin Tue, 19 Nov 2024 15:50:25 EST In the United States, there are currently more adults living with cerebral palsy than children. Despite this, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention still label cerebral palsy as "the most common motor disability in childhood." Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/why-the-bird-flu-s-jump-to-pigs-is-concerning/?sc=rsin /articles/why-the-bird-flu-s-jump-to-pigs-is-concerning/?sc=rsin Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:15:56 EST A University of Michigan virologist's take on the current situation Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/national-poll-some-parents-need-support-managing-children-s-anger/?sc=rsin /articles/national-poll-some-parents-need-support-managing-children-s-anger/?sc=rsin Mon, 18 Nov 2024 00:15:00 EST One in seven parents think their child gets angrier than peers of the same age and four in 10 say their child has experienced negative consequences when angry, a new national poll suggests. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/aha24-scientific-sessions-university-of-michigan-umichmedicine-umichcvc-experts-available-for-comment-on-late-breaking-science/?sc=rsin /articles/aha24-scientific-sessions-university-of-michigan-umichmedicine-umichcvc-experts-available-for-comment-on-late-breaking-science/?sc=rsin Fri, 15 Nov 2024 11:40:37 EST Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/in-10-seconds-an-ai-model-detects-cancerous-brain-tumor-often-missed-during-surgery/?sc=rsin /articles/in-10-seconds-an-ai-model-detects-cancerous-brain-tumor-often-missed-during-surgery/?sc=rsin Wed, 13 Nov 2024 11:00:00 EST Researchers have developed an AI powered model that -- in 10 seconds -- can determine during surgery if any part of a cancerous brain tumor that could be removed remains, a study published in Nature suggests. The technology, called FastGlioma, outperformed conventional methods for identifying what remains of a tumor by a wide margin. Researchers say it has the potential to change the field of neurosurgery by immediately improving comprehensive management of patients with diffuse gliomas. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/the-solution-to-death-from-a-fentanyl-overdose-could-lie-in-its-chemical-structure/?sc=rsin /articles/the-solution-to-death-from-a-fentanyl-overdose-could-lie-in-its-chemical-structure/?sc=rsin Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:45:24 EST Scientists have identified a molecule that appears to restore normal breathing in mice following a large dose of fentanyl. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/grandparents-help-grandkids-in-many-ways-but-the-reverse-may-be-true-too-poll-suggests/?sc=rsin /articles/grandparents-help-grandkids-in-many-ways-but-the-reverse-may-be-true-too-poll-suggests/?sc=rsin Tue, 12 Nov 2024 08:00:00 EST A new poll looks at how grandparents are involved in their grandchildren's lives, and how this relates to mental health and lonelines. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/michigan-fan-saved-after-wife-recognizes-stroke-at-football-game/?sc=rsin /articles/michigan-fan-saved-after-wife-recognizes-stroke-at-football-game/?sc=rsin Fri, 08 Nov 2024 06:10:16 EST A fan who suffered a stroke while cheering at a University of Michigan football game is celebrating a full recovery thanks to a comprehensive response that began with his wife. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/researchers-find-metabolic-mechanism-that-blocks-immune-response-immunotherapy-in-cancer/?sc=rsin /articles/researchers-find-metabolic-mechanism-that-blocks-immune-response-immunotherapy-in-cancer/?sc=rsin Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:50:30 EST Researchers at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center have discovered a key reason why some cancers do not respond to immunotherapy: A metabolite transporter within the tumor microenvironment that blocks a key type of tumor cell death integral to immune response. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/does-more-virtual-care-mean-more-low-value-care-study-suggests-no/?sc=rsin /articles/does-more-virtual-care-mean-more-low-value-care-study-suggests-no/?sc=rsin Thu, 07 Nov 2024 11:00:00 EST One of the top worries about telehealth is that it will drive up the use of tests and scans that patients don't need, wasting money and resources. In fact, a new study shows, low-value care didn't rise faster at primary care practices that used telehealth the most. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/rogel-cancer-center-receives-50m-gift-to-revolutionize-pancreatic-cancer-care-research/?sc=rsin /articles/rogel-cancer-center-receives-50m-gift-to-revolutionize-pancreatic-cancer-care-research/?sc=rsin Fri, 01 Nov 2024 14:35:36 EST With a $50 million gift from Richard and Susan Rogel, the University of Michigan Health Rogel Cancer Center aims to revolutionize how the world detects, treats and ultimately cures pancreatic cancer. The gift will create the Rogel and Blondy Center for Pancreatic Cancer and will provide support for clinical care and translational research, playing to the strengths of the Rogel Cancer Center's current robust team of 60 doctors and scientists from 10 departments already working in this area. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/a-newly-developed-algorithm-shows-how-a-gene-is-expressed-at-microscopic-resolution/?sc=rsin /articles/a-newly-developed-algorithm-shows-how-a-gene-is-expressed-at-microscopic-resolution/?sc=rsin Thu, 31 Oct 2024 13:50:05 EST A new method developed by University of Michigan researchers creates images that are worth many gigabytes of data, which could revolutionize the way biologists study gene expression. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/sleep-apnea-contributes-to-dementia-in-older-adults-especially-women/?sc=rsin /articles/sleep-apnea-contributes-to-dementia-in-older-adults-especially-women/?sc=rsin Thu, 31 Oct 2024 07:00:04 EST Sleep apnea, a common yet underdiagnosed sleep disorder, contributes to the development of dementia among adults -- particularly women, a Michigan Medicine study suggests. At every age level, women with known or suspected sleep apnea were more likely than men to be diagnosed with dementia. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/fall-backdst-sleep-health-u-m-health-umichmedicine-sleep-experts-available-for-comment/?sc=rsin /articles/fall-backdst-sleep-health-u-m-health-umichmedicine-sleep-experts-available-for-comment/?sc=rsin Wed, 30 Oct 2024 11:40:14 EST Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/u-m-director-of-audiology-devin-mccaslin-available-to-discuss-imminent-release-of-ios-18-1-hearing-health-features/?sc=rsin /articles/u-m-director-of-audiology-devin-mccaslin-available-to-discuss-imminent-release-of-ios-18-1-hearing-health-features/?sc=rsin Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:30:46 EST Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/critical-steps-and-more-research-needed-to-support-physicians-mental-health-experts-say/?sc=rsin /articles/critical-steps-and-more-research-needed-to-support-physicians-mental-health-experts-say/?sc=rsin Wed, 23 Oct 2024 17:05:43 EST A review of what's known about the crisis in physician well-being, and what can be done to address it, also suggests a need for action by health systems, and more research. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/improving-organ-transplant-donations-through-a-national-strategy/?sc=rsin /articles/improving-organ-transplant-donations-through-a-national-strategy/?sc=rsin Wed, 23 Oct 2024 09:10:29 EST Across the United States, around 100,000 organ donations are needed each year and an average of 28,000 transplants are performed across the country. Despite the ongoing need for donated organs for transplant, many donated organs end up being discarded for various reasons. Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan /articles/medicare-has-a-revolving-door-study-suggests/?sc=rsin /articles/medicare-has-a-revolving-door-study-suggests/?sc=rsin Tue, 22 Oct 2024 17:10:01 EST One of the biggest decisions older adults and people with serious disabilities face each fall is which type of Medicare to enroll in. If they change from one to the other, a new study finds, they may be entering a revolving door and find themselves changing again in the future. 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