Health Lab
422 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★ - 5 ratingsEach week on the Health Lab podcast, we share cutting-edge research, practical health information and inspiring stories of survival from Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. You can find all Health Lab articles on our website, and podcast transcripts are linked in each episode.
Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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Pathologists Seeing Patients? | Michigan Medicine
October 17, 2019 13:34 - 1 minute - 2.08 MBSpeaking directly with a pathologist could help patients better understand their diagnosis and feel empowered, a survey of patient sentiment finds. For more information about this story visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/industry-dx/cancer-patients-want-to-pull-back-curtain-on-pathology. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Osteoporosis Research Could Help Develop More Effective Treatments
October 16, 2019 10:00 - 3 minutes - 4.29 MBResearchers identified two novel genes that affect bone-formation cells relevant to fractures and osteoporosis; understanding these genes could lead to more effective treatments. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/new-study-identifies-causative-genes-osteoporosis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New Diagnostic Method Could Help Infants Avoid Invasive Tests
October 15, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.85 MBLong hospital stays and invasive medical tests help identify serious bacterial infections in infants, but a U-M expert says there may be a more efficient, less painful way to make a diagnosis. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/industry-dx/study-helping-some-infants-fevers-avoid-painful-tests-er Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Study Offers Hope for Patients with Lichen Planus | Michigan Medicine
October 14, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.88 MBIt’s often difficult to manage patients with this skin inflammation, but new research identifies a target that existing medications are able to address. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/arthritis-treatment-could-provide-relief-for-lichen-planus-skin-rash Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Genetic Origin of Severe Developmental Eye Condition Identified | Michigan Medicine
October 11, 2019 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.09 MBThose with a rare genetic condition called nanophthalmos have abnormally small eyes whose internal structures – including the size of the lens – are otherwise normal. The condition can cause a host of vision-related problems including amblyopia (“lazy eye”) or strabismus (“cross eyes”) in children, retinal detachments and glaucoma. By advancing ideas first cultivated at University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center, a team of eye and genetics experts is the first to identify a gene mutation be...
A Healthy Sex Life After Prostate Cancer | Michigan Medicine
October 05, 2019 09:00 - 1 minute - 1.6 MBThere’s a perception that surgery to treat prostate cancer will spell the end of a man’s sex life. And while that often used to be the case, survivorship programs, like the one at the University of Michigan Rogel Cancer Center, offer counseling and interventions to promote sexual recovery after cancer treatment. For more information about this story visit https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/cancer-care/prostate-cancer-patients-can-pursue-healthy-sex-lives-after-surgery Hosted on Acast. See ac...
High Blood Pressure and Cold Meds | Michigan Medicine
October 04, 2019 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.25 MBDecongestants can pose a dangerous risk to people with hypertension. Try these other steps to safely treat a cold or allergies. For more on this story, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/heart-health/why-high-blood-pressure-and-cold-meds-dont-mix Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Handling a Picky Eater | Michigan Medicine
October 03, 2019 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBNew research shows parental reactions to picky eating can have long-term effects, for better or worse. For more on this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/got-a-picky-eater-try-these-11-tips-at-table Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How Pets Help with Health Issues | Michigan Medicine
October 02, 2019 10:00 - 1 minute - 1.45 MBTwo-thirds of all pet owners say that having an animal helps them stay physically active. But for some older adults, time commitment, cost and allergies stand in the way. For more on this story, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/poll-pets-help-older-adults-cope-health-issues Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fat Shaming Won’t Solve Obesity, But Science Might | Michigan Medicine
October 01, 2019 09:00 - 1 minute - 1.94 MBScience is with James Corden. Fat shaming shouldn’t make a comeback, and it won’t solve the nation’s obesity epidemic. Michigan Medicine rounds up 15 research papers and articles from our faculty proving why the treatment for obesity can’t adopt a “one size fits all” approach. For more information on this story, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/fat-shaming-wont-solve-obesity-science-might Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
What All Parents Should Consider Before Letting Teens Ride with Teens | Michigan Medicine
September 30, 2019 09:00 - 1 minute - 1.84 MBMore than half of parents in the national C.S. Mott Children’s Hospital National Poll on Children’s Health believe their teen has been in an unsafe situation riding with a distracted teen driver. For more information about this story, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/what-all-parents-should-consider-before-letting-teens-ride-teens Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mastitis: What You Should Know | Michigan Medicine
September 27, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.34 MBBeing a new parent comes with a multitude of worries, including ones about breastfeeding or getting your baby to successfully latch. In an effort to keep infection off your list, Carrie Pawlowski, RN, a lactation consultant at Michigan Medicine, shares tips and tricks for keeping yourself mastitis free and what to do if you think you have it. For more information about this story visit: http://michmed.org/xop35 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New Technique Could Help Identify Early Stages of COPD | Michigan Medicine
September 26, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.98 MBChronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), an inflammatory disease of the small airways in the lungs, affects 16 million Americans and is the fourth leading cause of death in the United States, according to the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Physicians would like to identify the disease in its earliest stages, when it is most treatable. In a landmark study funded by the NHLBI, an international team of researchers led by Michigan Medicine discovered that a noninvasive techniqu...
Who’s Minding the Children? | Michigan Medicine
September 25, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.68 MBFor oncologists in the beginning of their career, scientific conferences present an opportunity for them to network, share their research, gain new knowledge and advance in their field. But many women find themselves skipping these conferences due to family obligations, a new study finds. For more information about this story visit: http://michmed.org/JbmrZ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Collaboration on CHD Research Helps Improve Patient Care | Michigan Medicine
September 24, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.57 MBAcademic research has long been characterized by silos and protective instincts. A new crop of fresh-thinking physician scientists are turning that model on its head, and the results are saving little hearts. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/breaking-down-barriers-fight-against-congenital-heart-disease Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Pancreatic Cancer Drug Clinical Trial Shows Promise | Michigan Medicine
September 23, 2019 10:00 - 3 minutes - 4.22 MBAn early clinical trial at U-M finds that a Wee1 inhibitor, combined with radiation and gemcitabine, is safe and potentially effective in pancreatic cancer treatment. Investigators ran a phase 1 clinical trial that looked at AZD1775, an inhibitor designed to block an enzyme called Wee1, which plays a role in repairing damaged DNA. The trial builds on almost 20 years of research at U-M focused on improving the treatment of pancreatic cancer cases that are too advanced for surgery. For more i...
Are timeouts bad for kids? | Michigan Medicine
September 20, 2019 10:00 - 3 minutes - 5.11 MBA new study suggests that despite sometimes getting a bad rap in the news, the common disciplinary strategy isn’t linked to harmful effects in children. Researchers compared emotional and behavioral health between kids whose parents reported using timeouts and those who didn’t over a roughly eight-year period. The result: no difference. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/timeouts-not-associated-long-term-negative-effects-children Hosted on A...
Making the Invisible Visible | Michigan Medicine
September 19, 2019 10:00 - 4 minutes - 6.43 MBA new approach to RNA sequencing reveals thousands of previously inaccessible RNA fragments in blood plasma that might serve as disease- and organ-specific biomarkers. Advancing technology is allowing scientists increasingly to search for tiny signs of cancer and other health issues in samples of patients’ blood and urine. These “liquid biopsies” are less invasive than a traditional biopsy, and can provide information about what’s happening throughout the body instead of just at a single sit...
Acupressure Could Provide Relief For Back Pain
September 16, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 2.83 MBA recent study found that people with chronic lower back pain who performed self-administered acupressure experienced improvement in pain and fatigue symptoms. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/lower-back-pain-self-administered-acupressure-could-help Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Old Drugs in Your Medicine Cabinet? Here’s What to Do with Them | Michigan Medicine
September 13, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.48 MBThey’re haunting the back of your medicine cabinet like the Ghosts of Illnesses Past. Pain pills your doctor prescribed years ago after that operation. Antibiotics from a child’s last ear infection. Half-finished, crusty bottles of cough syrup and leftover sleeping pills. For more on this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/old-drugs-your-medicine-cabinet-heres-what-to-do-them Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Investigating Risks from Vaping | Michigan Medicine
September 12, 2019 10:00 - 3 minutes - 4.66 MBVaping and e-cigarettes have gained quick popularity among teens, but an expert warns they won’t mitigate health risks and that they could be responsible for creating them. For more information about this story, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/to-vape-or-not-to-vape Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Hearing Aids Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia, Depression and Falls | Michigan Medicine
September 11, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 955 KBOlder adults who get a hearing aid for a newly diagnosed hearing loss have a lower risk of being diagnosed with dementia, depression or anxiety in the following three years, and a lower risk of suffering fall-related injuries, than those who leave their hearing loss uncorrected, a new study finds. For more on this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/hearing-aids-linked-to-lower-risk-of-dementia-depression-and-falls-study-finds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...
Systematic Underrepresentation of Women in STEM | Michigan Medicine
September 06, 2019 07:00 - 57 seconds - 909 KBA new paper out today finds that while women are entering the medical field at equal numbers to men, they are not being promoted or recruited to senior roles at the same rate. For more on this story visit: https://www.uofmhealth.org/news/archive/201909/grades-are-gender-equality-report-card-reveals-systematic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Many Older Adults Aren’t Fully Prepared for Emergency Situations, Poll Finds | Michigan Medicine
September 05, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.34 MBMost people over 50 say they’re ready for natural disasters and emergency situations, but a new national poll shows that many haven’t taken key steps to protect their health and well-being in cases of severe weather, long-term power outages or other situations. For more on this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/many-older-adults-arent-fully-prepared-for-emergency-situations-poll-finds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Preparing Your Teen To Manage Their Own Health Care | Michigan Medicine
September 04, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.23 MBBefore your teen begins their freshman year of college, the University of Michigan’s Chief Health Officer recommends covering these key areas with your teen to help prepare them for taking charge of their own health care. For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/health-management/8-health-care-questions-to-discuss-your-college-bound-teen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Managing Pain After An Ankle Sprain | Michigan Medicine
September 03, 2019 10:00 - 2 minutes - 3.85 MBA new research report shows an increase in patients being prescribed opioids after experiencing an ankle sprain. The Michigan Medicine authors urge fellow physicians to be aware of the current treatment guidelines. For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/prescribing-opioids-for-a-sprained-ankle Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Stronger Policies Could Help Support Breastfeeding Physicians | Michigan Medicine
August 30, 2019 17:29 - 3 minutes - 4.49 MBPediatricians are often among the biggest advocates for mothers who want to breastfeed – whether a patient’s mom would like to continue nursing for a month or two years. But doctors who happen to be mothers themselves know all too well how challenging it can be to follow their own advice. For more on this story, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/supporting-physician-moms-breastfeeding-goals Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An Experiment in Expansion: How U-M Turned Vacant into Vibrant | Michigan Medicine
August 26, 2019 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.34 MBIt could have remained empty for years. Instead, the former pharmaceutical research campus has found new life as a thriving hub of innovation. For more on this story, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/industry-dx/an-experiment-expansion-how-u-m-turned-vacant-into-vibrant. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Heart Attack Patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment Get Fewer Treatments | Michigan Medicine
August 22, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.7 MBA new study finds people who have mild cognitive impairment (MCI), which lies on the continuum of cognitive decline between normal cognition and dementia, are less likely to receive proven heart attack treatment in the hospital. For more on this story, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/heart-attack-patients-mild-cognitive-impairment-get-fewer-treatments Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mom’s Voice May Help Babies Sleep Better in the NICU | Michigan Medicine
August 21, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.61 MBBabies who spend their first days or weeks of life in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit may not sleep as soundly as those who go home.Now, researchers are examining whether one simple difference could help soothe these infants to sleep: the sound of their mother’s voice. Read more by visiting our blog at https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/moms-voice-may-help-babies-sleep-better-nicu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fear of the Doctor in Children | Michigan Medicine
August 20, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.39 MBChildren’s reactions during routine checkups can vary widely based on age and temperament. While some little ones remain calm, others are so distressed that efforts to calm them down dominate the visit. For more on this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/6-simple-ways-to-ease-childrens-fears-at-doctor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Should Doctors Accept Unvaccinated Children as Patients? | MIchigan Medicine
August 20, 2019 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.02 MBFour in 10 parents say they are very or somewhat likely to move their child to a different provider if their doctor sees families who refuse all childhood vaccines, according to a new national poll. For more on this, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/should-doctors-accept-unvaccinated-children-as-patients. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New Drug Shows Encouraging Survival Results for Pancreatic Cancer
August 15, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.32 MBAn early clinical trial at U-M finds that a Wee1 inhibitor, combined with radiation and gemcitabine, is safe and potentially effective in pancreatic cancer treatment. For more on this story, visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/new-drug-shows-encouraging-survival-results-for-pancreatic-cancer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
6 in 10 Kids Receive Opioids After Tonsillectomy | Michigan Medicine
August 12, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.14 MBSixty percent of privately insured children undergoing tonsil removal received opioids –with average prescriptions lasting about six to 10 days – a new study finds. For more on this story visit https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/6-10-kids-receive-opioids-after-tonsillectomy-but-opioids-may-not-prevent-complications Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Intermittent Fasting: Is it Right for You? | Michigan Medicine
August 06, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.2 MBThis eating pattern, which features cycles of fasting and eating, is making headlines as research confirms it’s not only what you eat, but when you eat, that matters in the struggle to lose weight. For more on this story visit https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/intermittent-fasting-it-right-for-you Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
New Moms and Painkiller Use | Michigan Medicine
August 05, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.27 MBExamination of post-birth pain care patterns over time finds declines in opioid prescribing, but opportunities for more non-opioid-based care. For more on this story, visit www.UofMHealth.org/healthblogs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Heat Stroke and Student-Athletes | MIchigan Medicine
July 22, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1000 KBDehydration, heat stroke and heat exhaustion are common health threats for athletes, especially if activities take place outside. For more on this post, and others like it, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/bones-muscles-joints/tips-for-keeping-student-athletes-safe-after-common-injuries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cancer Driver is Fast, Furious and Loud | Michigan Medicine
June 27, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.16 MBA newly defined cancer gene combines The Fast and the Furious with TV's Fast N' Loud to drive more than a third of prostate cancers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How Pets Help with Health Issues | Michigan Medicine
June 19, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.45 MBTwo-thirds of all pet owners say that having an animal helps them stay physically active. But for some older adults, time commitment, cost and allergies stand in the way. For more on this story, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/poll-pets-help-older-adults-cope-health-issues For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy
Tackling Torn Tendons | Michigan Medicine
June 18, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBYou don’t have to be an elite athlete to be at risk for torn tendons, and rates of injury seem to be on the rise. For more on this topic visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/tackling-torn-tendons Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
High Blood Pressure and Cold Meds | Michigan Medicine
May 14, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.25 MBDecongestants can pose a dangerous risk to people with hypertension. Try these other steps to safely treat a cold or allergies. For more on this story, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/heart-health/why-high-blood-pressure-and-cold-meds-dont-mix For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy
Stark Divides in Opioid Addiction Treatment | Michigan Medicine
May 13, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBThirty-five times more white patients than patients of color receive buprenorphine, and three-quarters of prescriptions go to those who pay cash or have private insurance. For more on this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/industry-dx/stark-racial-financial-divides-found-opioid-addiction-treatment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Melatonin Supplements | Michigan Medicine
March 14, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 1.59 MBA Michigan Medicine expert explains what we know and don’t know about the hormone supplement that’s growing in popularity. For more on this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/are-melatonin-supplements-safe Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
School Night Bedtime Tips | Michigan Medicine
March 11, 2019 07:00 - 1 minute - 2.42 MBA few more hours of shut-eye can make a big difference for kids, especially during back-to-school season. For more information on this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/school-night-bedtime-tips-every-parent-should-know Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Handling a Picky Eater | Michigan Medicine
March 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.09 MBNew research shows parental reactions to picky eating can have long-term effects, for better or worse. For more on this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/got-a-picky-eater-try-these-11-tips-at-table For information regarding your data privacy, visit Acast.com/privacy
Cancer Treatment and Heart Disease | Michigan Medicine
March 04, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 2.1 MBSome cancer medications can also pose dangerous cardiovascular risks. Trained specialists can help patients find the safest treatment and monitor for side effects. For more information please visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/heart-health/how-cancer-treatment-and-heart-disease-are-connected Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Misconceptions About Concussions | Michigan Medicine
February 20, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.2 MBA potential concussion brings questions and sometimes confusion. A Michigan Medicine sports neurologist debunks several myths about the injury. To learn more about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/brain-health/8-common-misconceptions-about-concussions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Measles | Michigan Medicine
February 08, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.41 MBA disease the federal government declared “eliminated” nearly two decades ago is surfacing again. Here’s why — and what to do: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/whats-causing-2019-measles-outbreak-symptoms-perfcon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Opioid-Related Suicides and Drug Overdoses | Michigan Medicine
January 15, 2019 08:00 - 1 minute - 1.02 MBTurning the tide demands improvements to pain care, mental health care and medication-assisted opioid addiction care, U-M researchers say in a new report. For more on this topic, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/opioid-related-suicides-and-overdose-deaths-have-more-than-doubled-since-2000 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cannabis + Driving | Michigan Medicine
January 14, 2019 08:00 - 57 seconds - 909 KBNew study finds worrisome statistics around medical cannabis users operating vehicles. For more on this topic visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/rounds/more-than-half-of-people-taking-cannabis-for-chronic-pain-report-driving-while-high Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.