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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. Visit the Health Lab website where you can check out all of our content and subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Transcripts for each episode of Health Lab are linked in the episode descriptions.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 <a href="htt
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- 2 days ago3 min
Studying Period Pain
A study looks at risk factors for pain with menstruation in adolescents. You can read the full article here.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago16 min
Caregiver Resources: Reduce the Risk of Burnout
If you are a caregiver, whether you’re helping a spouse, parent, another adult relative or a friend with a disability, health need or medical crisis, you don’t have to go it alone. You can read the full article here.Episode TranscriptLinks to National Caregiver Resources:AARP Caregiving Advance Directives by State or Territory from CaringInfoAlzheimer’s Association - Dementia Caregiving Area Agency on AgingCaregiver Action Network Center for Independent LivingEldercare LocatorFamily Caregiver AllianceFind Your SHIP (State Health Insurance Assistance Program)Program of All-Inclusive Care for the ElderlyNational Academy of Elder Law Attorneys National Alliance for Care at Home CaringInfo Advance DirectivesUnited Way’s 211 serviceNational Alliance for Caregiving National Council on Aging Benefits Checkup ToolNational Council on Aging Caregiver Support National Respite Locator ServiceSupport Caregiving – Family Caregiver guide VA Caregiver Support Program988 LifelineMichigan-specific Resources:MI Caregiver ConnectionMI Caregiver Connection Respite and Adult Day CenterMI Options ProgramMI Power of Attorney and Advance Directive ResourcesFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your po
- 3 weeks ago4 min
Re-Release: Private Equity Investment into IVF
In a recent paper published in JAMA, researchers find that over 50% of IVF cycles in the United States are now done at fertility clinics affiliated with private equity firms. Read the full article here.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 21, 20263 min
Re-Release: Serious disparities persist in maternal death rates in the U.S.
*This episode first aired in April 2026.U.S. maternal death rates have largely returned to pre-pandemic levels, but serious disparities persist. A recent study finds that the rate of maternal deaths in the United States disproportionately impacts Black women. Read the full article.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 15, 202636 min
Navigating Perimenopause and Menopause
To celebrate Health Lab’s 10 year milestone, Health Lab recently hosted its the first Health Lab Live Show, which brought a Health Lab article to life by interviewing experts on stage in front of a live audience. Here, John Randolph, M.D., a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist at Michigan Medicine, discusses hormones, hormone replacement therapy, perimenopause, menopause and so much more. Read the full article here.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Aug 7, 202634 min
The Kidney Warning Signs You’re Missing— And Why Waiting is Dangerous
To celebrate the 10 year anniversary, Health Lab hosted its the first Health Lab Live Show, which brought two Health Lab articles to life by interviewing experts live on stage in front of a live audience while deep diving into trending health and wellness topics. Julie Wright, M.D., a nephrologist, talks about the silent symptoms you’d never suspect, why most people don’t catch issues until it’s too late, and what you can do today to get ahead of any issues. She even says you might be able to prevent it if you spot concerning bloodwork early. Read the article here.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 31, 202610 min
Cyclospora: What to Know About the Parasite Sweeping the Nation
Key tips for getting through an outbreak if you or your loved ones get sick. Read the full article on Health Lab.Episode TranscriptLinks:Homemade Oral Rehydration Solution RecipeCyclosporia: Comprehensive Guide for CliniciansMichigan Department of Health & Human Services: Infectious Disease OutbreaksUSDA Food Safety BasicsFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Jul 24, 20267 min
Re-Release: Updated | Measles immunization & prevention
Note: A previous version of this episode first aired in February 2025, and was updated in March 2026.In this episode, a top infectious disease specialist from University of Michigan Health answer questions about the measles vaccine for adults and children. Read the full article here.Episode TranscriptFor more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
About Health Lab
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. Visit the Health Lab website where you can check out all of our content and subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Transcripts for each episode of Health Lab are linked in the episode descriptions.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 <a href="htt
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