Michigan Behavioral Health Providers Support Virtual Care Post-Pandemic, Report Finds
New report from Angela Beck
Recommendations could help inform long-term policy decisions regarding the use of telehealth for behavioral health services.
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Disordered Eating in Female Athletes Fueled by Body Image Ideals, Coach-Athlete Power Dynamic
New Research from Traci Carson, PhD '21
A new study shows that body-image ideals and the power dynamic between coach and female athletes may contribute to an athlete’s risk of disordered eating and body image disturbance. The research of current and former female NCAA Division I female distance runners highlights the importance of prevention and intervention programs to migitage eating and body image disorders.
Positive COVID-19 Messaging on TV Can Persuade Resistant Viewers
Ken Resnicow quoted in Variety
Positive TV messaging about coronavirus safety protocols and vaccines in both scripted and unscripted series can help save lives by persuading ambivalent and resistant viewers to follow recommended public health guidelines
Five Things to Know about the COVID-19 Vaccines
This week, the University of Michigan School of Public Health hosted a virtual discussion with epidemiologists Arnold Monto and Emily Martin on what we currently know about the COVID-19 vaccines. Here are five key takeaways from the event.
New Study Links Cadmium to More Severe Flu, Pneumonia Infections
New research from Sung Kyun Park
High levels of cadmium, a chemical found in cigarettes and in contaminated vegetables, are associated with higher death rates in patients with influenza or pneumonia—and may increase the severity of COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses, according to a new study.
U-M Expert, Leukemia Survivor Discusses Why He Plans to Get the COVID-19 Vaccine
Q&A with Ryan Malosh
Malosh says getting as many people vaccinated as possible will be key to stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic. Until then, he says, public health measures such as social distancing, wearing a mask, and hand washing continue to be people's best protection.