Health Lab
Michigan Medicine Podcast Network
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 Apple Podcasts, Spotify, 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.
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10/21/22 • 4 min
Have you heard about period underwear? The new technology makes periods easier and more comfortable to manage, but are they right for you? An OB-GYN shares 5 facts to know before buying a pair.
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The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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09/30/22 • 8 min
Regional hospitals offer communities tools to improve disaster preparation for children, particularly those with health needs and disabilities. Learn more about Region V for Kids (formerly EGLPCDR) here.
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The transcript for this episode can be found here.
The Michigan Medicine News Break is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. You can subscribe to the Michigan Medicine News Break podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher or wherever you listen to podcasts.
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07/21/23 • 4 min
A social media trend inspired by the new film can cause pain and injuries if done for too long.
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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.
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07/28/23 • 3 min
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.
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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.
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08/10/18 • 1 min
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Eating Disorders | Michigan Medicine
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08/03/18 • 1 min
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08/18/23 • 2 min
*This episode first aired on June 16, 2023.
Seeing the dead triggers R2/R4 neuronal activation, leading to reduced lifespans.
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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.
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Adolescent Sleep | Michigan Medicine
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09/18/18 • 1 min
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Resources for helping students cope with trauma after a school shooting | Michigan Medicine
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12/03/21 • 5 min
Traumatic news, plus the stress of a pandemic and upcoming holidays, make this a critical time for young people and their parents and school staff. As parents across Michigan try to help their children navigate both a pandemic and the aftermath of a heinous school shooting, a mental health expert provides guidance on how to support the mental health of kids and teens right now.
For the full text, please visit: Open talk, open door: Helping kids, teens after a school shooting.
Resources:
- When Terrible Things Happen, from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network
- Disaster, violence and trauma resources from the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Resources for Families from SAMHSA
- Resources developed for coping during COVID-19 by the U-M Department of Psychiatry & MC3 Program
- Helping Youth After Community Trauma: Tips for Educators, from the National Child Traumatic Stress Network
- Anyone in Michigan, including students, who is concerned about a school safety issue should contact OK2SAY from Michigan.gov, you can also reach OK2SAY through their tip line at 1-855-565-2729, or by texting to 652729, or by emailing to [email protected]
- Blog: A lifeline for primary care amid a crisis in youth mental health
- The U-M Injury Prevention Center’s Family Guide to Home Firearm Safety During COVID-19
- The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available at 1-800-273-8255
- Michigan Department of Health and Human Services Community Mental Health Services Programs
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FAQ
How many episodes does Health Lab have?
Health Lab currently has 470 episodes available.
What topics does Health Lab cover?
The podcast is about Medical School, Health Care, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Healthy Living, Medicine, Podcasts, Health News, Science and Health.
What is the most popular episode on Health Lab?
The episode title 'A New Favorite Among People Who Menstruate: Period Underwear' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Health Lab?
The average episode length on Health Lab is 4 minutes.
How often are episodes of Health Lab released?
Episodes of Health Lab are typically released every 3 days, 11 hours.
When was the first episode of Health Lab?
The first episode of Health Lab was released on May 1, 2018.
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