Kevin Joy

Kevin Joy was a previous Health Lab contributor.
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The Faces of Transplant: How Organ Donation Saved Their Lives
Organ donors have a unique ability to help. Meet some Michigan Medicine transplant patients who are thriving thanks to the generosity of others.
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7 Facts Everyone Should Know About Becoming an Organ Donor
Learn more about the importance of registering as an organ donor, how simple registration is and more common organ donation questions answered.
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What Parents Should Know About Giving Allergy Medication to Children
Learn how to treat your child's seasonal allergy symptoms, including tips for giving allergy medication to kids, from the C.S. Mott Children's Hospital.
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Removing a Teen’s Baseball-Sized Tumor a Team Effort
A rare, highly vascular tumor put one teenager through two intense surgeries. And its genetic link, U-M doctors discovered, also put his family members at risk.
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What Are the Best Self-Help Health Sites? Research Reveals a List
Online resources for weight loss, mental health and more concerns are commonplace. But which actually work? A new paper offers science-backed options.
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A Female Urologist Explains Women’s Most Common Urological Concerns — and How to Treat Them
Women with urological problems might not know how common — and treatable — they are, which keeps them from seeking proper care. But help is available.
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Walk Yourself to Better Health with These 6 Easy Steps
Read these tips for making walking exercise, and the health benefits that come with it, part of your normal routine.
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Two Ways to Have a More Comfortable Colonoscopy
Learn how Michigan Medicine doctors are taking steps to make crucial colonoscopy screening a little easier.
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Treatment for Feeding Disorder Helps 3-Year-Old Eat ‘Like a Champ’
With their young daughter unable to eat on her own, a family finds assistance — and, in time, sustenance — with the help of a special Michigan Medicine program.
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Are You at Risk for Fatty Liver Disease?
A condition linked to the death of pop star George Michael affects nearly one-third of Americans. How genetics and lifestyle factors play a role.
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Your Pediatrician vs. Urgent Care: What to Do When Your Child Is Sick
A sick kid can leave parents at a crossroads, unsure of how to act. Two MichiganMedicine pediatricians offer advice.
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Obey These 10 ‘Sleep Commandments’ for Healthful Zzz's
Following good habits before bedtime can reap big health benefits. The WorldSleep Society offers simple tips to improve your nighttime routine.
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Treating Postpartum Hernia: What New Mothers Should Know
Pregnancy can heighten a woman’s risk of a hernia. Here, a Michigan Medicine surgeon helps at-risk women navigate a plan of action.
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5 Tips for Better Sleep (Counting Sheep Not Required)
Improving your sleep quality isn’t just a dream. Consider these easy five tips for better sleep from a Michigan Medicine sleep specialist.
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Want a Better Surgical Outcome? ‘Train’ Like an Athlete
Simple prep steps can help some surgery patients recover more quickly. A Michigan Medicine-developed plan mirrors how athletes ready for competition.
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