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In this special Nurses Week episode, Chief Well-Being Officer Elizabeth Harry, M.D., chats with nurse leaders Denise Ervin, D.N.P., R.N., NC-BC, and Tonie Owens, M.S.N., R.N., about resilience, teamwork and the evolving future of nursing. They share personal stories, “sacred moments” in care and practical ways teams support well-being on the front lines. The conversation highlights both the challenges nurses face and the culture of connection that helps them thrive.

U.S. maternal death rates have largely returned to pre-pandemic levels, but serious disparities persist. A recent study finds that the rate of maternal deaths in the United States disproportionately impacts Black women.

In this special live episode, Dr. Elizabeth Harry hosts Dr. Shigehiro Oishi of the University of Chicago for a compelling, audience-engaged conversation recorded at U-M’s Rackham Building. Drawing on cutting-edge research, Oishi challenges conventional notions of happiness, examining the tension between achievement and meaning. With practical insights for high performers, this energizing discussion invites listeners to rethink success and intentionally cultivate a more expansive, sustainable path to well-being.

The Newsweek Statista World's Best Hospitals ranking for 2026 puts U-M Health again in the top tier of hospitals globally and nationally

Potential limits on borrowing for a nursing education could affect decisions to stay in the profession or seek advanced training.

In a recent paper published in JAMA, researchers find that over 50% of IVF cycles in the United States are now done at fertility clinics affiliated with private equity firms.

Dr. Elizabeth Harry welcomes guests Drs. Adrienne Mann and Tyra Fainstad, co-founders of Better Together, an evidence-based group coaching program transforming physician well-being. They share their personal journeys from burnout to coaching, explain how metacognitive group coaching builds community and resilience, and present compelling data showing significant reductions in burnout, imposter syndrome, and moral injury. The episode explores how scalable, confidential coaching can reshape medical culture and restore meaning in medicine. • Learn more about Better Together Physician Coaching here

A recent study finds that transfeminine people 18 years and older report significant benefits across multiple metrics 12 months after the procedure.

Finding resources for parents of children with PDA can provide useful tools and help with addressing behavioral challenges.

As concern grows about online chatbots and mental health, an expert cautions about potential risk to already-vulnerable people, especially teens and young adults. Read the full article on the Health Lab website. All Health Lab content including health news, best practices and research insights are for informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical guidance. Always seek the advice of a health care provider for questions about your health and treatment options.

It may seem odd to talk about end-of-life planning at this time of year. But seizing the opportunity while the family is together can save heartaches and misunderstanding later.

Medical experts are urging continued hepatitis B vaccine birth doses for newborns. This recommendation is based on decades of data showing that policies put in place for hepatitis B vaccines that have long been the status quo are estimated to have prevented one million hospitalizations and 90,000 deaths.

Those with an elevated prostate-specific antigen test are referred for a biopsy of their prostate to help diagnose prostate cancer or other prostate concerns. This can bring anxiety and discomfort for the patient.

It’s important to look at all options and get some form of health coverage. Free unbiased help is available.

On Sunday, Nov, 23, staff and volunteers moved more than 150 patients into the University of Michigan Health D. Dan and Betty Kahn Health Care Pavilion. This marked the official opening of the new 12-story inpatient hospital on the U-M medical campus.