Research

Maternal suicide: Study provides insights into complicating factors surrounding perinatal deaths

Pregnant and postpartum people who died by suicide more likely to experience intimate partner problems, depression, substance abuse, health problems

Suicide is a leading cause of death during pregnancy and in the months after delivery in the United States, but many of these deaths may be preventable, say University of Michigan researchers.

Gender disparities in heat wave mortality in India

Researchers investigate how extreme temperatures affect men and women differently, highlighting greater risks for women due to social and physiological factors

Are heat waves more deadly for women? This question initiated a study analyzing how extreme temperatures affect mortality differently for men and women, focusing on India.

University of Michigan receives $6.7M grant to study flu immunity in children

Aubree Gordon, professor of Epidemiology and Global Public Health, has been awarded a $6.7 million five-year grant to advance her innovative research into influenza immunity development among children.

Apple Hearing Study reveals prevalence of tinnitus

About 78% of participants in the Apple Hearing Study, conducted by the University of Michigan, have experienced tinnitus—the perception of sound that others do not hear.

Housing crisis in Michigan: Report explores who owns, rents, has no home; examines racial gaps

The burgeoning housing crisis affecting Michigan and much of the nation is addressed in a new report by the University of Michigan in partnership with the Michigan State Housing Development Authority.

Michigan Public Health honors faculty, staff, students for excellence, impact

Students, faculty and staff from the University of Michigan School of Public Health were recognized during the third annual Public Health Honors. The event applauded the extraordinary efforts and successes of individuals who have gone above and beyond in the areas of public health research, education and community service.