News & Briefs
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Research News
Statewide study shows variation in data that form the basis for efforts by hospitals, insurers, researchers and government agencies to identify and address health care disparities
Research has many implications for patient management, inspired scientific statement from the American Heart Association
Nearly a third of caregivers with a child treated in a pediatric intensive care unit experienced signs of money problems, research shows
Policy Briefs
A U-M team, in partnership with the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, used multiple data sources to identify adults with sickle cell disease who are eligible to receive coverage for care due to a recent expansion of a state health services program.
Research finds that medications for opioid use disorder were rarely prescribed following emergency department visits for opioid overdose among patients with Medicaid. In this IHPI brief, a U-M team outlines considerations for policymakers and health systems to improve treatment initiation rates.
This policy brief highlights interim evaluation results for the Healthy Michigan Plan, Michigan’s Medicaid expansion program.
Announcements / Awards
Eliseo J. Pérez-Stable, M.D., shared insights for researchers in 2024 IHPI Director's Lecture
IHPI's annual program aims to equip faculty researchers with skills to broaden the reach of their work beyond academia.
The honor from the American Pharmacists Association Academy of Pharmaceutical Research and Science recognizes exemplary professional achievements in professional practice and research
Explainers
Key tips to harness the latest science and reduce effects for yourself and your loved ones
Expert weighs in on why men struggle to discuss prostate cancer diagnosis
Opinion / Commentary
A commentary by Canadian and U.S. scoliosis researchers on the current state of scoliolis detection, care and coverage
U-M researchers discuss trends in firearm-involved fatalities and policy considerations to decrease firearm deaths
Lisa Kane Low discusses what a recent decision to eliminate midwife care from a Michigan birthing center means for the profession and for women in Michigan.