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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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- Today8 min
Re-Release: Talking end-of-life planning at the holidays
*Note: This article was originally published November 2016, and updated in November 2023 and November 2025.It may seem odd to talk about end-of-life planning at this time of year. But seizing the opportunity while the family is together can save heartaches and misunderstanding later. Read the full article.Episode TranscriptResources:Eldercare Locator, Area Agencies on Aging (AAAs)AARP Advance Directive Forms by StateU-M Health Michigan Advance Directives InformationPoll reveals short term thinking about long term care For 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 ago8 min
Re-Release: ADHD and School
Note: This episode first aired in September 2025.ADHD affects about 1 in 11 children. An expert shares how parents can recognize the signs and support success in and out of the classroom. Read the full story on Health Lab.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.
- 2 weeks ago3 min
Human Rabies Exposures Growing Across the Country
Infectious disease experts weigh in on what to do if you think you’ve been exposed to rabies. 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.
- 3 weeks ago2 min
Re-Release: Keeping Kids Safe from Gun Accidents | Michigan Medicine
Firearms-related injuries are the second-leading cause of death among children — and they’re largely preventable. A researcher offers tips to prevent tragedy at home.For more information about this story visit: https://www.michiganmedicine.org/health-lab/keeping-kids-safe-gun-accidents-6-strategies-families Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 4 weeks ago4 min
Re-Release: Studying the relationship between cancer and fish oil
ALOX15 loss, which is common in colorectal tumors, impairs the cancer-preventative effects of fish oil. Read the full article on Health Lab.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.
- Sep 25, 20266 min
PMOS is the New PCOS
What the shift from PCOS to PMOS means for your fertility journey. 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.
- Sep 18, 20263 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.
- Sep 11, 202616 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
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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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