The Delta variant of COVID-19 is more transmissible and can cause breakthrough infections even in vaccinated people, but what does it mean practically for the vaccinated and unvaccinated, the immunocompromised and kids? An infectious disease expert explains what to know about the virus’ mutation now.

For the full article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/what-delta-variant-means-for-covid-19-spread-and-vaccines

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Today we’re sharing a conversation that our Medical School’s Director of Admissions Carol Teener had recently with Dr. Deborah Berman. Dr. Berman has taken on an exciting new role at the Medical School, just as the process of selecting our next class of future doctors gets underway.

For highlights from their conversation, please visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/med-u/what-does-it-take-to-get-into-michigans-medical-school-just-ask-new-dean

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NOTE: This recording was recorded in May, when the article first published. Check the CDC's website for the most current updates.

No matter where you fall on the mask spectrum, here are 11 things to know right now. https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/confused-about-latest-mask-rules-read

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While babies can’t receive the COVID vaccine themselves, they may still benefit from vaccine antibodies that pass through the placenta or breastmilk.

For the full text of the article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/womens-health/covid-19-vaccine-during-pregnancy-protects-newborns

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While selecting nursery colors and baby names may be among your first thoughts after discovering you’re pregnant, there’s another important choice to make. Who do you want on your health care team for this 40-week journey? Three experts explain what you need to know before choosing your prenatal provider.

For the full text of the article, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/womens-health/ob-gyn-family-physician-midwife-doula-which-pregnancy-specialist-right-for-you

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The cannabis-derived substance provides fewer side effects, with less potential for abuse.

For the full blog post text, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/body-work/people-fibromyalgia-substituting-cbd-for-opioids-to-manage-pain

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Experts weigh in on how best to adapt to new mask-related policies.

For the full blog post text, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/coping-anxiety-as-mask-mandates-lift

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The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force has lowered the recommended age of colorectal cancer screenings from 50 to 45. Colorectal cancer cases have risen among the younger population over the past few decades.

For more information about this story, visit https://michmed.org/v1NXk.

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Why a false controversy about vaccine privacy and “passports” threatens to prolong the pandemic.

For the full blog post text, visit: https://healthblog.uofmhealth.org/wellness-prevention/who-has-a-right-to-ask-if-youre-vaccinated

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For the full text blog post, visit: https://labblog.uofmhealth.org/med-u/a-new-online-masters-degree-changing-game

Learn more about the HILS-Online graduate program: University of Michigan Health Infrastructures and Learning Systems Online Master of Science Program

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