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. 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, Spotify, 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.
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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.
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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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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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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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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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04/10/20 • 5 min
A patient with lupus weighs in on the COVID drug debate. Brian Joseph is no stranger to death. But life as a funeral director and a person living with lupus during the COVID-19 pandemic has given him pause. Mortuary services are considered critical services exempt from the shelter-in-place declarations designed to slow the spread of the disease. And recently the calls to his five funeral home locations in southeast Michigan have increased.
For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/pandemic-fight-over-plaquenil
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09/27/19 • 2 min
Being a new parent comes with a multitude of worries, including ones about breastfeeding or getting your baby to successfully latch.
In an effort to keep infection off your list, Carrie Pawlowski, RN, a lactation consultant at Michigan Medicine, shares tips and tricks for keeping yourself mastitis free and what to do if you think you have it.
For more information about this story visit: http://michmed.org/xop35
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08/24/20 • 3 min
You've seen it—a large spherical mass with protruding red spikes plastered across the television and the internet. It's an image that has become all too familiar over the last few months. We know it well as COVID-19, but what exactly does this picture tell us other than serving as the visual representation of the pandemic?
For more information about this story visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/lab-report/coronavirus-decoding-spiky-fuzz-ball
Resources:
University of Michigan's BioArtography Project
Finding Beauty Through a Microscope
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08/09/18 • 1 min
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05/21/20 • 9 min
For children with autism spectrum disorder, who thrive on routines and predictability, the everyday disruptions and uncertainty from the pandemic may be especially stressful.
For more information about this story visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/childrens-health/6-ways-to-support-children-autism-during-pandemic
Resources:
Michigan Medicine Department of Psychiatry Program: Zero to Thrive
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06/18/19 • 1 min
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FAQ
How many episodes does Health Lab have?
Health Lab currently has 445 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.
When was the first episode of Health Lab?
The first episode of Health Lab was released on May 1, 2018.
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