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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. 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, Google Podcasts, 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.
New episodes weekly.

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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. 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, Google Podcasts, 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.
New episodes weekly.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    A new pill for postpartum depression

    A new pill for postpartum depression

    The fast-acting pill, paired with psychosocial treatment, offers a comprehensive treatment plan, but price concerns remain.
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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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    • 4 min
    Re-Release: How Ants Weed Their Underground Fungus Gardens

    Re-Release: How Ants Weed Their Underground Fungus Gardens

    This episode was first released on July 7, 2023.
    Findings show that the insects sniff out diseased fungus by detecting certain chemicals.
    Visit Health Lab to read the full story.
    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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    • 4 min
    New Research on Gender-Affirming Testosterone and Fertility

    New Research on Gender-Affirming Testosterone and Fertility

    Evidence can help inform fertility care for transgender and gender diverse people who wish to become parents.
    Visit Health Lab to read the full story.
    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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    • 4 min
    Re-Release: A Recent Study Shows Overwhelmingly Positive Responses from Patients Years After Having Gender-Affirming Mastectomies

    Re-Release: A Recent Study Shows Overwhelmingly Positive Responses from Patients Years After Having Gender-Affirming Mastectomies

    This episode first aired in August 2023.
    A study seeks to determine post surgery outcomes from patients.
    Visit Health Lab to read the full story.
    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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    • 2 min
    Spreading Access to STI Healthcare for Partners

    Spreading Access to STI Healthcare for Partners

    A study explores how to better provide resources to sexual partners of those with STIs.
    Visit Health Lab to read the full story.
    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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    • 3 min
    The 3 S's of Seizure First Aid

    The 3 S's of Seizure First Aid

    For kids with epilepsy, seizures can strike at any time. Here’s what you can do to help.
    Educational resources for epilepsy and seizures
    Epilepsy Foundation Training and EducationMichigan Medicine Comprehensive Pediatric Epilepsy Care
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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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    • 5 min

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