U-M research and outreach inform FDA action aimed at protecting cancer patients

A common cancer treatment can be toxic or fatal for patients who carry variants of a specific gene. Now, to improve safety, all patients are recommended to undergo genetic testing before taking the drug, thanks in part to research and efforts to share evidence with decisionmakers led by Daniel Hertz, Pharm.D., Ph.D., associate professor of clinical pharmacy.

Food insecurity: Insights from IHPI researchers

As rising costs, economic disparities, and changes to federal food assistance programs make it harder for families to put meals on the table, recent studies by IHPI researchers examine food insecurity and health across the lifespan—and how policies can help improve access to nutritious food. 

Related

Expert Q&A: Shaefer explains immediate hardships and loss of SNAP benefits

Expert Q&A: Hasson on increasing youth physical activity at school and in the home

Rebecca Hasson, Ph.D., associate professor of kinesiology and director of the U-M Childhood Disparities Research Laboratory, explains the importance of physical activity for youth development and how schools, families, and leaders in Michigan can help support healthy habits.

Monthly faculty news digest

Read our monthly digest of IHPI expert news, highlights, achievements, and more to help you stay connected with the Institute. This month's news includes:

• Harris elected to the National Academy of Medicine
• Bicket receives 2025 American Society of Anesthesiologists Presidential Scholar Award
• IHPI Education and Career Development team honored with an award for team excellence in interprofessional education

Medicaid billed for 52% of U.S. hospital costs from firearm injuries

The initial hospital treatment of firearm injuries cost the U.S. health care system an estimated $7.7 billion between 2016 and 2021, with the largest burden falling on urban trauma center hospitals that serve the highest proportion of Medicaid patients, according to a new study led by Regina Royan, M.D., M.P.H., assistant professor of emergency medicine.

Experiences of disability after 50: 
Poll looks at self-identity and help with health care visits

New findings from the National Poll on Healthy Aging show that—even when they have conditions covered by the Americans with Disabilities Act —many older adults do not view themselves as having a disability or identify as a person with a disability. The poll also finds that most do not request assistance or accommodations when they get health care.