July 2020 News

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July 23, 2020

Assessment of Disclosure of Psychological Disability Among US Medical Students

A new survey of U.S. medical school disability offices reveals a potential 100x gap between the number of students who disclose and receive accommodations for psychological disabilities and the actual prevalence of conditions like depression and anxiety. Lisa Meeks and colleagues analyze the results and present factors contributing to low rates

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July 2, 2020

Family Medicine Battles COVID-19 On All Fronts

As the world has grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Department of Family Medicine has risen to the challenge. In all areas of patient care, research and education, family physicians are leading transitions at Michigan Medicine and the U-M Medical School. The Department’s response to COVID-19 has been broad, thoughtful and rapid.