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September 15, 2006 - William W. Coon, MD Respite Room Dedicated
Jane Wilson Coon, PhD, Emeritus Associate Professor of Nursing and widow of William W. Coon, MD, has graciously donated funds in Dr. Coon's memory to establish the William W. Coon, MD Respite Room on Unit 8A in the University Hospital.

September 26, 2005 - Vice President Cheney undergoes Surgery
President Dick Cheney underwent a procedure Saturday to repair dangerous bulges in the arteries behind his knees.

July 13, 2005 - Why do aneurysms form? U-M studies suggest leading role for white blood cells
Each year, 200,000 Americans find out that the largest blood vessel in their body, the aorta, may burst open at any time. About 20,000 die suddenly from such a rupture. And another 36,000 have surgery to repair or replace the swelling section of aorta before time runs out.

June 15, 2005 - Avoiding amputation: Early intervention can save feet & legs in patients with serious infections, U-M study finds
A small sore on a toe may not seem like a major medical threat. But for the millions of people who have diabetes and other conditions, it can be the first step on a road that leads to the amputation of a foot - or even a leg.