The Michigan Medicine blog recap
A roundup of articles from both the Michigan Health and Michigan Health Lab blogs, which cover stories on breaking news and research, health tips and wellness that you won’t want to miss.
Travel Dreams Come True After Lung Reduction Surgery
Darlene Mowatt went from being housebound to traveling the country in an RV after life-changing lung volume reduction surgery. READ MORE
Drug Trial Seeking First Ever Treatment for Dangerous Side Effect of Prader-Willi Syndrome
A worldwide research effort is underway for finding a treatment option for hyperphagia, the most common genetic cause of life-threatening childhood obesity. READ MORE
Artificial Intelligence Improves Brain Tumor Diagnosis
Optical imaging and artificial intelligence are making brain tumor diagnosis quicker and more accurate. READ MORE
Having a Baby May Cost Some Families $4,500 Out-Of-Pocket
Despite an ACA mandate that large, employer-based health plans cover maternity care, some are shouldering more of the expenses tied to having a baby. READ MORE
Children Frequently Receive Unnecessary Medical Care Regardless of Insurance Type
1 in 9 publicly insured and 1 in 11 privately insured children received low-value care in 2014, researchers find. READ MORE
BMI Over Time Beats Genetics in Predicting Future Obesity
Researchers are excited about the prospect of incorporating polygenic risk scores to predict obesity, but a new study finds genetics adds little to what’s already discovered in clinic. READ MORE
This Drug Could Save Their Lives, But Less Than 2 Percent Get It
Despite naloxone recommendations for people who take high-dose opioids, or who have a history of opioid problems, study finds those at risk aren’t getting the overdose rescue drug. READ MORE
