Fees paid by drug companies for FDA reviews of new medicines haven't made the drug approval process any quicker than increased federal funding was already doing, a new study finds.
In the age-old battle between man and microbe, it pays to know your enemy. This is especially true for spores of Bacillus anthracis,the bacterium that causes anthrax. Scientists have now identified the genes and proteins involved in anthrax's deadly metamorphosis.
No matter which winter holiday you're celebrating, stay healthy and safe, and make sure your loved ones do too, with these tips and advice from experts on everything from holiday driving and a bionic "gift of life" to tips for those with depression and memory loss.
Children's doctors are hearing more concerns from parents about vaccines, and encountering some who refuse vaccines for their children because they fear known or alleged effects, a new study finds.
A new study found 32 percent of Web sites about bladder cancer contained inaccurate or outdated information. And of a list of 41 factors related to bladder cancer, 32 percent of sites covered fewer than half the issues.
Women with breast cancer who seek a second opinion on their mammograms from experienced specialists at a major cancer center frequently get a new plan for their care, a new study shows. Some even learn that they have cancer in more locations than they think.
A technique already used to freeze and kill benign breast masses also appears to kill small malignant breast tumors. And while the number of patients studied to date is small, the vast majority had no residual cancer after their invasive tumors were frozen in a minimally invasive ultrasound-guided procedure called cryoablation.
New computerized systems are proving able to give doctors a "second pair of eyes" when they're looking at mammograms and other breast scans, to help detect cancer, tell it apart from benign problems without a biopsy, and track changes over time.
A single 15-minute CT scan may be all it takes to find tiny cancers, stones and other problems in the kidneys, bladders and urinary tracts of high-risk patients "” potentially saving them from many additional tests, and from delayed detection and treatment.
Most people hear the word diabetes and immediately jump to the topic of blood sugar. But did you know that a serious danger surrounding diabetes is foot infection? Now orthotists are helping diabetics fight calluses, ulcers and even amputation, with a newly designed shoe insole.
Surgeons are using a technique to remove tumors at the base of the skull without lifting the brain "“ thereby limiting the risk of brain damage, but also preventing any noticeable scars or damage to the patient's sense of smell.
While there is no cure for macular degeneration, doctors are studying a new procedure that may bring improved sight "“ and quality of life "“ to patients suffering from this debilitating eye condition.
Alcohol-related crashes result in more severe injuries. Two reasons are that alcohol-related crashes usually occur at higher rates of speed, and victims of these crashes are often not wearing seatbelts. However, researchers have identified another reason that these more severe injuries occur.
Recent advances in childhood leukemia treatment have given more children a greater chance of life after cancer. Only 20 years ago, children diagnosed with leukemia had a 50 percent survival rate. Today, due mostly to clinical trials, the cure rate is 85 percent and still improving.
A study found three-quarters of family physicians surveyed said they routinely use a nurse or medical assistant as chaperone during Pap smears. Results varied significantly by geographic location and by the physician's gender.
President Bush's top bioethics advisor, Leon Kass, M.D., Ph.D., will speak at the University of Michigan on Thursday, Dec. 3, addressing the ethical and moral dilemmas posed by modern medicine.
Scientists from have discovered intriguing new evidence to support the idea that the development of blood clots in veins "“ just like blocked arteries in atherosclerosis "“ is an inflammatory process.
An innovative procedure completely cures the overwhelming majority of patients with the most common form of irregular heartbeat, by stopping haywire electrical signals in areas of heart muscle and some of the veins that connect to it.
A multi-hospital effort to improve angioplasty care in Michigan has increased use of helpful drugs, cut deaths and complications, and yielded important data that can aid angioplasty care everywhere.
Suicide by protective cells that line blood vessels may be to blame for the increased risk of heart and vascular disease faced by patients with the autoimmune disease known as lupus, new research suggests.
A single hour of individualized education before heart failure patients leave the hospital appears to make a major difference in how well they take care of themselves once they get home "“ and cuts by one-third their risk of returning to the hospital or dying in the next six months.
A new study shows just how different men and women really are "” when it comes to their hearts, that is. It also helps solve several mysteries about women and heart problems, and highlights the need for better treatment of the No. 1 killer of women.
People with diabetes who agree with their doctor's treatment goals and strategies were more likely to be successful at managing their condition, but few patients agree with their doctor's top three goals and strategies, researchers at the University of Michigan Health System report.
From a surprising discovery on women's heart health to an innovative procedure for atrial fibrillation, and from angioplasty quality improvement to heart failure patient education, teams will present many exciting new research findings.
In a study that points to the importance of considering both mind and body in children's health, researchers report they have found a clear link between childhood obesity and behavior problems.
Though most smokers might assume only their lungs suffer from their tobacco habit, experts say otherwise. From a smoker's head to his or her toes, puffing away on cigarettes or cigars does damage throughout the body. That's what makes it so risky "“ and what makes quitting so important.
30 percent to 40 percent of senior citizens fall each year, which places falls as the leading cause of accidental death among older adults in the U.S. Although it is impossible to prevent all falls, both improving balance and employ "fall-proofing" behaviors in and around the home to reduce risks.
Irritable bowel syndrome is among the most common gastrointestinal problems in the United States. Between 7 percent and 20 percent of Americans experience symptoms but many shy away from discussing the problem and end up missing out on effective treatment for the syndrome.
Many older Americans have not adequately planned for living with such a costly and devastating illness. But it's critical for all of us to plan for this type of future care, both financially with a financial advisor and through stating our wishes to family members, long before dementia takes hold.
Whether they work for a university or a corporate laboratory, scientists doing research in the life sciences now have one more reason to come to Michigan.
Rheumatoid arthritis cripples the hands of many who have the disease, but doctors are divided over what the best treatment is -- surgery or drugs. Now, a new study aims to settle the debate, and help hundreds of thousands of patients get the right therapy at the right time.
Most experts agree that the American system of medical malpractice insurance and litigation has to change, and soon, to keep health care going strong. A Nov. 14 forum will bring together experts from many fields to discuss the problem, and possible reforms.
Surgeons have had mixed success in growing new human jawbones after radiation therapy for head and neck cancer. Researchers are studying rats to determine how and why distraction osteogenesis works and have found clues to the uneven clinical results.
Scientists have identified a gene that controls the amazing ability of adult stem cells to self-renew, or make new copies of themselves, throughout life.
Surgeons have been able to strip tiny blood vessels from rats and re-engineer them to be more effective when implanted in a new animal. The findings could benefit people who need blood vessels for vascular bypass surgery.
In a study of how teens search the Internet for answers to health questions, researchers found that misspelled words, ambiguous search terms and an imprecise approach to scanning a Web site often prevented students from finding the information they sought.
For patients whose aortas are threatening to burst, surgery can be a lifesaver. But a new study finds there's a sizable difference in death risk depending on what kind of surgeon "“ and hospital "“ a patient chooses for the repair of an aortic aneurysm.
For those who take certain painkiller drugs regularly to help ease arthritis pain or other chronic aches, the relief comes with a tradeoff: a quadrupled chance of developing painful ulcers over the long term. But a new study may offer a promising way to prevent this unwelcome effect.
Only a tiny percentage of stroke victims who could be saved by the quick delivery of emergency therapy actually get the right treatment in time. But a new study shows community education can fight what stroke experts call the biggest travesty in the treatment of the third biggest killer.
In a discovery that reinforces the importance of the mouse to human genetics, scientists have discovered two gene mutations that appear to be responsible for similar neurological disorders in mice and men, including a rare ataxia that strikes only Cayman Islanders.
One quarter of Americans come down with the aches, pains and chills of the flu, and 20,000 die from it each year. Prevent the flu with a vaccine. Two options in flu vaccines are now available "“ traditional and a new nasal spray.
From their lungs and hearts to their brains and eyes, premature babies start life with a range of health problems that may never get better. Fortunately, many women who are pregnant or planning to get pregnant can do a lot to keep their babies from being born too early.
Genetic testing for the two major genes known to account for a number of breast cancers is becoming more available. And along with testing, genetic counseling at specialized centers is offering much-needed advice to woman at high risk of developing the disease.
Seventy million Americans have some form of arthritis. While medication relieves symptoms of pain and stiffness, it is occupational therapy that is helping people regain mobility and independence by changing harmful habits and further protecting the joints during everyday life activities.
No matter what its cause, pain of any kind can place a serious burden on a person's ability to work, play and live life. But this burden of pain is heavier for some than for others "“ and a new study finds that members of racial and ethnic minorities often bear the worst of it.
Angioplasty may save more heart attack patients than clot-buster drugs if it's given swiftly, as shown in recent studies. But if care is delayed "“ as is often the case under real-word conditions "“ the difference between the two therapies narrows with every minute that goes by.
The University of Michigan Medical School is installing Steven F. Bolling, M.D., as the first Gayle Halperin Kahn Professor of Integrative Medicine, thanks to a generous $2 million endowment gift from Mark Kahn in memory of his wife, Gayle.
Research at the nation's first comprehensive depression center will soon have a new home, thanks to a new $4M federal grant. The money will help fund research space that will allow researchers to study the biological roots of depression and bipolar disorder, conduct diagnostic tests, and develop new treatments.
A single mutation in a single gene is enough to slowly rob people of their ability to walk. And while the inherited defect itself is rare, its discovery may help unravel the mysteries of much more common paralyzing conditions, from spinal cord injury to Lou Gehrig's disease.
Add one more item to the list of extra risks that the uninsured face: The risk of death from problems with the aorta, the body's largest blood vessel. Not only are they more likely to escape diagnosis until their aortas burst, but they also do worse even if they get treated.
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