Tanning beds could triple melanoma risk, new study finds
One in five Americans develop skin cancer by the age of 70, according to the Skin Cancer Foundation.
Botulism outbreak linked to infant formula expands; sickens 51 babies across 19 states
The FDA says 51 infants in 19 states were hospitalized with botulism linked to ByHeart formula. Here’s what we know.
Michigan man dies from rabies-infected kidney transplant, CDC says
The strange deaths of the human-to-human rabies transmission was reported by the Centers for Disease Control, which became aware of the cases January 27, 2025.
Social media ban in Australia starts for children under 16: Here's how it works
Hundreds of thousands of social media accounts are being deactivated as the world’s first social media ban goes into effect now in Australia for kids under 16. Here’s how it will work.
PFAS remedy at Selfridge base? How volcanic clay kept forever chemicals out of groundwater
PFAS has been linked to numerous health issues and is one of the most persistent problems in the environment. The materials deployed at Selfridge Air National Guard Base could stop chemicals from further contaminating groundwater.
CDC warns travelers about outbreak of untreatable mosquito disease in 4 countries
U.S. health officials have issued travel advisories for Americans planning trips to certain tropical countries amid outbreaks of an untreatable mosquito-borne disease.
Hepatitis B vaccine recommendation: Michigan opposes CDC panel's reversal on decades-old recommendation
The hepatitis B vaccine has been in use for decades, leading to a virtual elimination of the virus from babies and adolescents. The CDC panel's reversal led to major backlash from medical and public health experts.
Obamacare support hits an all-time high, poll reveals
A new survey shows public approval of the Affordable Care Act has reached its highest level since the law’s passage.
Feeling SAD? Here's how to beat the winter blues
Experts say there are ways to combat seasonal affective disorder, better known as SAD.
Lonely marriages linked to higher weight, study finds
A new study by UCLA Health found that people in emotionally supportive marriages have lower BMIs, healthier guts and higher levels of the “love hormone.”
Martha Stewart reveals unconventional end-of-life plan
Martha Stewart has her end-of-life plans already set, and it may seem a little unconventional to some.
Detroit Medical Center announces visitor restrictions for Flu Season
Doctors at the Detroit Medical Center are sounding the alarm after noticing an uptick in flu cases. As a result, they are limiting who can enter their facilities.
Detroit Lions Safety Brian Branch out for the season with torn Achilles
Despite Thursday night’s thrilling victory over the Cowboys, the Lions are sending best wishes to safety Brian Branch, who reportedly injured his achilles, a serious injury that could put him out for the rest of the season.
Custodian sickened by Legionnaires' Disease found in Oakland County building
Workers were sent home and the building will remain closed until the disease is purged.
CDC panel recommends changes to hepatitis B vaccine schedule: What to know
A CDC advisory panel appointed by Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. no longer recommends that babies get a hepatitis B vaccine at birth.
Paralyzed Metro Detroit man regains ability to walk
Jake Heckmann was an active guy with skydiving and rock climbing. Then one day in 2023 his back hurt - and he started feeling numb.



















