A University of Michigan series of events to promote awareness of disability issues Our service dog program is so popular we now hold it at four U-M locations.
For more than twenty years, the Council for Disability Concerns has been offering a variety of events and presentations in October to celebrate the accomplishments of people with disabilities and to educate the University community on important issues related to disability. In the past, we have shown films that are relevant to individuals with disability concerns; sometimes the venue has been the
02/22/2021
Changes in Grosse Pointes...
In changing Grosse Pointes, subtle racism gives way to political extremism | Bridge Michigan As one of the most exclusive corners of Michigan is becoming more diverse, the Pointes are enduring racial and political feuds. Some say they’re driven in part by what some call an ‘awakening’ caused by former President Trump.
02/19/2021
Diversity work now part of tenure review in academia
Researchers push academia to reward diversity work in promotions Faculty members’ work to promote diversity isn’t getting credit in promotion decisions, researchers tell STAT.
02/19/2021
Difference between heart attack and panic attack
Difference Between Panic Attack and Heart Attack | Michigan Health Blog How to tell the difference between a panic or anxiety attack & a heart attack, learn how to spot anxiety chest pain vs. heart attack symptoms and when to get help.
02/19/2021
Bad sleep possibly equals bad mood--UM study
Irregular Sleep Connected to Bad Moods and Depression, Study Shows Irregular sleep schedules can affect mood and risk of developing symptoms of depression according to a study of first-year medical residents that used Fitbits and smartphones.
02/19/2021
Virtual training may help folks with autism land jobs
Virtual Training May Help Young People With Autism Land Jobs Practicing job interview skills using a virtual simulator could significantly increase the odds that young adults with autism find employment, new research suggests.
02/18/2021
More normal fall semester predicted at U-M
University announces optimism for more ‘normal’ Fall 2021 semester The University of Michigan announced it is “optimistic and hopeful” for a more normal semester in Fall 2021 on Monday evening, though no official decisions have been made. A tweet from the official U-M account said U-M staff and faculty are working hard to go back to more in-person classes in th...
02/17/2021
What is safe for vaccinated individuals?
Opinion | The vaccinated need to know: What’s safe for them to do? Some caution is warranted, but overly restrictive CDC guidance carries its own set of risks.
02/17/2021
Myth of "good vaccines"
The myth of 'good Covid vaccines' and 'bad Covid vaccines' Experts fear false narratives about vaccines could slow down the task of inoculating people and create other problems in the future.
08/30/2020
Therapeutic Riding now part of UM's Adaptive Sports Program
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03/18/2020
Is It Safe To Order Takeout Right Now? Ordering pizza or Chinese? Here's what to know about the safety of your takeout and delivery food and the containers they come in.