Haley Otman

Otman was a previous Health Lab contributor and member of the public relations team.

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Despite Health and Learning Benefits, Half of Parents Against Later School Start Times
Many parents oppose delayed school start times however experts find students at schools with later school start times have higher academic and athletic performance.
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How Cardiac ICU Patient Composition Is Changing Over Time
A new study uncovers changes in the makeup of the cardiac intensive care unit as more patients are primarily diagnosed with noncardiac conditions.
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Smoking Raises Risk of Aneurysm Recurrence After Endovascular Treatment
A new study finds smoking increases the risk of brain aneurysm recurrence. See how these findings impact treatment decisions and inform future research.
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Study: Opioids Overused in Migraine Treatment, Regardless of Race
Read the results of a U-M study finding doctors are overprescribing opioids to treat migraine headaches, despite evidence that other medications are more effective.
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Glioblastoma 101: Michigan Neurosurgeon Explains the ‘Dreaded’ Diagnosis
Learn about glioblastoma, the deadly brain tumor Senator John McCain was diagnosed with, including what causes a glioblastoma, how it is treated and survival rates.
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Why Are the Elderly More Likely to Catch Flu? Mouse Study Investigates
The elderly are more susceptible to viral lung infections. New research shows an immune cell in the lungs may help explain why.
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Poor Pregnancy Sleep Quality Linked to Untreated RLS
A U-M study reveals sleep problems during pregnancy may be caused by untreated restless leg syndrome (RLS), a condition affecting one-third of pregnant women.
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Why Your Tight Ponytail Causes a Painful Headache
There’s a medical explanation for the discomfort some people feel with their hair up. A headache specialist shares who’s at risk and how to cope.
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Epilepsy Struggle Inspires U-M Graduate to Give Back
After epilepsy surgery, a U-M graduate finds meaning in his health journey by sending joy to children with medical conditions.
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Review: Insomnia Medication May Wake Up Some Patients from Vegetative State
A systematic review of zolpidem for noninsomnia neurological disorders, including movement disorders and disorders of consciousness, finds reason for additional research.
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The Story of Dad’s Brain Tumor, Told Through an 11-Year-Old’s Eyes
In the midst of glioblastoma treatment, radio interviews and editing strengthened a father-daughter bond — and helped their family cope.
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Swift Stroke Treatment One Woman’s Key to Returning to an Active Life
Stroke survivor Katherine Jones shares how early identification of stroke symptoms and quick medical attention was key to returning to her active lifestyle.
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Study Implicates Two Genetic Variants in Bicuspid Aortic Valve Development
Researchers report a key protein is affected during heart valve formation, in the first genomewide study of bicuspid aortic valve.
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Largest Psoriasis Meta-Analysis to Date Yields New Genetic Clues
Learn more about the most recent study from U-M’s long-standing psoriasis work, a new study that builds on the genetic architecture of psoriasis, the next step toward answering what in the genes causes the disease.
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Study: Mexican-Americans Receive Less Intensive Stroke Rehabilitation
Researchers found that allocation of rehabilitation services differs by ethnicity, which may help explain why Mexican-Americans have worse outcomes after stroke.
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