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Each 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.
All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional or personalized medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.
New episodes weekly.
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Description:
Each 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. All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional or personalized medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. New episodes weekly. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Language:
English
Episodes
Period Poverty and the Need to Make Menstruation Products Easier to Access
4/26/2024
A survey focused on how much people in their teens and early 20s know about periods and their experience and attitudes around “period poverty”.
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 Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:05:25
Study Shows Medical Marijuana Use Decreased in States with Legalized Recreational Use
4/19/2024
The number of patients using cannabis for medical purposes has increased more than 600 percent since 2016.
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 Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:01
Re-Release: How AI is helping to predict death and complications after heart procedures
4/5/2024
This episode first aired on January 19, 2024.
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 medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:23
Re-Release: The 3 S's of Seizure First Aid
3/29/2024
This episode first aired on 10/20/2023.
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 EducationMichigan Medicine Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Care
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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 Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:05:07
Re-Release: A smart watch that could help your heart
3/22/2024
This episode originally aired on December 15, 2023.
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 Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:15
Managing Chronic Pain for Patients with Long COVID
3/15/2024
Therapies for pain conditions like fibromyalgia provide clues for helping those with long COVID.
Michigan Medicine resource for patients with post-acute sequelae of COVID-19, also known as long COVID.
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 Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:19
Investigating How Dermal Injections Impact Aging Skin
3/8/2024
A new study examines dermal injections and their impact on skin aging.
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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 Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:01:53
Re-Release: New Research on Gender-Affirming Testosterone and Fertility
3/1/2024
This episode first aired on 11/10/23.
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 Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:04:00
Re-Release: Saying Goodbye to UTIs
2/23/2024
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 of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:07:02
Access to Plan B coincides with a drastic decrease in emergency contraception-related ER visits, study shows
2/16/2024
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 Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:04:02
Re-Release: Increased Travel Barriers Make it Harder to Access Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
2/9/2024
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 Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:27
Re-Release: Increased Travel Barriers Make it Harder to Access Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
2/9/2024
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 Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:27
Re-Release: Increased Travel Barriers Make it Harder to Access Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
2/9/2024
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 Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:27
Re-Release: Increased Travel Barriers Make it Harder to Access Gender-Affirming Care for Trans Youth
2/9/2024
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 Communication. Michigan Medicine is the academic medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:27
Re-Release: A new pill for postpartum depression
2/2/2024
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 part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:04:34
Re-Release: The Importance of Keeping Your Teeth Healthy During Pregnancy
1/26/2024
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 Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:04:54
How AI is helping to predict death and complications after heart procedures
1/19/2024
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 medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:23
How AI is helping to predict death and complications after heart procedures
1/19/2024
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 medical center for the University of Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:03:23
Study finds bipolar disorder surpasses smoking in mortality risk
1/12/2024
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 Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:08:01
Study finds bipolar disorder surpasses smoking in mortality risk
1/12/2024
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 Michigan. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to Health Lab on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Duration:00:08:01