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IN THE NEWS: Colon Cancer Screening Guidelines May Need Revising

New Research from Jihyoun Jeon

No one looks forward to that first colonoscopy, but this glimpse into the gut is one of the most powerful existing weapons against colon cancer. Yet current protocol for when to start checking for the disease may be too late for many men and may put many women through an expensive and unnecessary ordeal, according to a new study led by Jihyoun Jeon in the Department of Epidemiology.

Surgeons operating on a patient

Moneyball in Medicare? It's Working, Study Says

New Research from Edward Norton

Incentives for hospitals to improve their quality and reduce costs work, according to a new study led by Edward Norton, professor of Health Management and Policy. The research shows that hospitals that participate in such programs benefit not only from direct payment from patients’ treatment but also the good scores they get from patients on the treatment they receive.

Emily Martin in the lab

IN THE NEWS: Should I Get My Flu Shot Now?

Emily Martin Interviewed by Detroit Free Press

Michigan Public Health scientists play a key role in helping determine which flu vaccines are most effective. The Detroit Free Press interviewed Emily Martin, assistant professor of Epidemiology, about the work done here and what people need to know about the flu vaccine.

E-waste recyclers in Thailand

Improving Working Conditions for E-Waste Recyclers

An In-Depth Look at Rick Neitzel's Research

For the last two years, Rick Neitzel, associate professor of Environmental Health Sciences, and his colleagues have been studying e-waste recycling to identify the health hazards workers might face and help them improve their working conditions.