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  • 7-OH, kratom and the emerging public health crisis for sale across the country

    7-OH, kratom and the emerging public health crisis for sale across the country
    2026/06/05

    A patient, his doctor and other experts warn of dangers of 7-OH, which is touted as a derivative of kratom and is widely available, but packs far more opioid danger. Read the full article on Health Lab.


    Resources:

    Michigan OPEN

    Michigan OPEN: Kratom Definition & Clinical Management Guide

    Michigan OPEN: Medication for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD)

    Michigan OPEN: Kratom 101

    Michigan OPEN: Kratom, Aggression and Psychosis


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

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    12 分
  • Could preeclampsia become a thing of the past?

    Could preeclampsia become a thing of the past?
    2026/05/29

    The findings position VGLL3 as a promising novel treatment target for the pregnancy-related condition. Read the full article on Health Lab.


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    9 分
  • Re-Release: When is a mole suspicious?

    Re-Release: When is a mole suspicious?
    2026/05/22

    This episode first aired in May 2025.


    Many people have them, but not all moles are the same. In this episode, learn how to examine yours properly — and when it’s time to see a doctor. You can read the full article on our website.


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    4 分
  • An expert's view on hantavirus

    An expert's view on hantavirus
    2026/05/15

    A University of Michigan infectious disease expert shares their insights into the latest hantavirus outbreak and answers questions about common concerns. Read the full article on Health Lab.


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    7 分
  • Re-Release: An Expert Answers Questions about Autism

    Re-Release: An Expert Answers Questions about Autism
    2026/05/08

    Note: This episode first aired in October 2025.


    A debated link between Tylenol and autism has put the neurodevelopmental condition in the spotlight. An expert answers parents’ top questions. Read the full article on our website.


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    8 分
  • Re-Release: How to get help during a mental health crisis

    Re-Release: How to get help during a mental health crisis
    2026/05/01
    Today on Health Lab, we are sharing resources for what to do in mental health crisis. Read the full story on Health Lab.*Content Warning: Please be aware that this episode has mentions of suicide and self-harm. Episode Transcript Resources988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: Call 988, text any word to 988, or use their webchatVeterans: Press 1 after calling 988, or text any word to 838255 LGBTQ+ youth hotline: Call The Trevor Project at 1-866-488-7386, text the word START to 678678, or use webchatCrisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 or visit crisistextline.orgEating disorders: Call the Alliance for Eating Disorders at 1-866-662-1235, or visit their websiteDisaster survivors: Call or text the National Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990, or visit their website. Urgent/Ongoing support: Call 1-800-950-NAMI (6264), text NAMI to 62640 or visit NAMI online988 Safety Plan PDFNAMI Crisis PreparationNAMI Wellness Recovery Action Plan Michigan Crisis Resource DirectoryCCBHC LocatorFindTreatment.govU-M Institute for Firearm Injury PreventionExtreme Risk Protection Order Info & ToolkitAll Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    16 分
  • Serious disparities persist in maternal death rates in the U.S.

    Serious disparities persist in maternal death rates in the U.S.
    2026/04/24

    U.S. maternal death rates have largely returned to pre-pandemic levels, but serious disparities persist. A recent study finds that the rate of maternal deaths in the United States disproportionately impacts Black women. Read the full article.


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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    4 分
  • Re-Release: 6 Tips & Tricks for Avoiding Ticks

    Re-Release: 6 Tips & Tricks for Avoiding Ticks
    2026/04/17

    Note:This is a re-release of a previously released episode from 2025.


    Mosquito and tick bites are usually just a nuisance, but in some cases, they may also transmit disease. A pediatrician offers parents 6 ways to combat these bugs. Read the full story on Health Lab.


    Episode Transcript


    For more on this story and for others like it, visit the Health Lab website where you can subscribe to our Health Lab newsletters to receive the latest in health research and information to your inbox each week. Health Lab is a part of the Michigan Medicine Podcast Network, and is produced by the Michigan Medicine Department of Communication. You can listen to Health Lab wherever you get your 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 medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

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