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The University of Michigan has received Federal Drug Administration approval for a new type of liver cancer treatment, which will use sound waves to break down tumors. WEMU’s Taylor Bowie has more.
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The president of the Michigan State Medical Society is issuing a call to action to deal with critical drug shortages. Dr. Salim Siddiqui is raising those concerns after identifying a severe shortage of chemotherapy drugs for cancer patients. He spoke with WEMU's Cathy Shafran.
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The Michigan Ovarian Cancer Alliance is bringing back its annual "Time to Teal" event this Mother’s Day in Downtown Ann Arbor. WEMU's Victoria Smith reports.
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Packard Health received a $500,000 federal grant to improve cancer screenings in Washtenaw County. But as WEMU’s Josh Hakala learned, there’s more to it than just getting screened to save lives.
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Michigan Medicine unveiled a new mobile mammography unit in Ypsilanti on Wednesday. WEMU's Josh Hakala reports.
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With the end of the month approaching, for some, it brings “Dry January” to a close. But for those who abstained from alcohol this month, some experts are encouraging moderation going forward. WEMU's Josh Hakala reports.
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We've known for a long time that chemicals and pollution lead to poor health outcomes, particularly in communities of color and lower income portions of our county and state. With lead, mercury, PFAS, and dioxane, we understand there is a potentially higher risk for cancer. But what if you are exposed to all of them? University of Michigan researcher Justin Colacino is leading a team and a newly launched, $13 million study to find out, and he discusses his project with WEMU's David Fair.
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Art & Soul: The Art Of Well Being - Author & Speaker Mark Nepo Talks About Being Fully Awake & AliveMark Nepo says he's always been a heart-centered person. He has written several best-selling books about many things, including having an awakening to…
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Pollution found in our air and water can lead to serious health issues. A new report from the Children’s Environmental Health Network explored such risks,…
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Some health advocates want to raise the minimum age for tobacco purchases. The American Cancer Society also wants changes to make pricing for cancer…