Severe COVID-19 May Be Linked to Long-Haul Symptoms
New research from Jana Hirschtick
People who experience very severe COVID-19 illness have a higher prevalence of persistent symptoms, according to a new University of Michigan study.
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Even Small Bills for Health Insurance May Cause Healthy Low-Income People To Drop Coverage
New research from Betsy Cliff, Richard Hirth, and John Ayanian
Twenty dollars a month might not seem like a lot to pay for health insurance. But for people getting by on $15,000 a year, it’s enough to make some drop their coverage – especially if they’re healthy, a new study of Medicaid expansion participants in Michigan finds.
Truck Noise in Southwest Detroit Adds to Public Health Concerns
New research from Stuart Batterman
Researchers at the University of Michigan joined forces with the Southwest Detroit Community Benefits Coalition and local community members to evaluate the noise impact of trucks on Southwest Detroit. Currently, trucks are being rerouted as part of the new Gordie Howe International Bridge construction.
Examining Genetic Influences on Menopause Symptoms
New research from Wei Zhao
Certain genetic factors predictive of reproductive aging are also associated with menopause symptoms like hot flashes and night sweats, according to a University of Michigan-led study published in Menopause: The Journal of The North American Menopause Society.
Study Finds Consuming More Fruits and Vegetables Can Improve Sleep
New research from Erica Jansen
A new study published in Sleep Health Journal found increasing consumption of fruit and vegetables improved insomnia-related symptoms in young adults, especially young women. Findings from the research highlight dietary improvement as another therapeutic recommendation for women experiencing insomnia.
Michigan Public Health Ranks among Top 4 Public Health Schools by U.S. News & World Report
The University of Michigan School of Public Health has been ranked the fourth Best Public Health Schools in the country by U.S. News & World Report.