From 8-10 daily seizures to nearly seizure free -- science helps change Oakland County man's life
An Oakland County man with epilepsy is nearly seizure-free thanks to science and doctors at the Beaumont Adult Comprehensive Epilepsy Clinic in Royal Oak.
2 men headed to trial in Michigan fungal meningitis outbreak that killed 64 people
Two men will stand trial in connection with a 2012 fungal meningitis outbreak that killed 64 people across the United States, including 11 people who received tainted injections at a Livingston County clinic.
US home births in 2021 rose to highest level in decades, CDC report says
Among almost 4 million U.S. births in 2021, nearly 52,000 occurred at home — an increase of about 12% from the previous year, the CDC said.
Ascension St. John Hospital closing oncology pediatric department
The St. John Hospital Meade Pediatric Hematology/Oncology department is closing.
New COVID subvariants are resisting immunity and treatments. Should you be worried?
Emerging Omicron subvariants XBB, BQ.1, and BQ1.1 are likely resistant to some of the top drugs used to treat COVID-19 infections, experts warn.
Diabetes-related weight loss drugs facing supply issues amid viral trend
Recently, billionaire Elon Musk admitted to using Wegovy to help him lose weight.
Pfizer says COVID-19 vaccine will cost $110-$130 per dose
Pfizer said the commercial pricing for adult COVID-19 vaccine doses could start in early 2023, depending on when the U.S. government phases out its program of buying the shots.
Cheaper, over-the-counter hearing aids now available in US stores
Several U.S. retailers are now selling over-the-counter hearing aids at a cheaper cost compared to prescription devices, officials say. Here’s where to buy them.
FDA confirms widespread shortage of Adderall in the US
The largest U.S. manufacturer Adderall, a prescription drug used primarily to treat ADHD, has been experiencing “ongoing intermittent manufacturing delays,” the FDA said.
Runner who collapsed during 2021 Free Press Half Marathon plans to finish from that spot this year
A runner who suffered cardiac arrest and collapsed during the 2021 Detroit Free Press Half Marathon said he is excited to walk the last 3 miles he did not get to complete.
Study: Consuming too much artificial sweeteners increases risk of stroke, heart disease
Sugar has come under fire from the medical community after studies linked it to weight gain and an increased risk of diabetes, cancer, heart disease and acne. As a result, more and more people are turning to alternative sweeteners.
CDC says universal masking no longer recommended inside some hospitals, nursing homes
The CDC has eased its universal masking recommendations for some health care facilities — unless they’re located in areas of high COVID-19 transmission.
Doctors remove 50 large batteries from woman’s stomach, colon
Swallowing batteries is a “rare method of deliberate self-harm” that can cause serious complications.
FDA OKs Daxxify, an anti-wrinkle injection and Botox competitor
Studies showed the Daxxify drug can temporarily improve moderate to severe frown lines in adults for a median duration of about six months, according to the company.
Philips recalls 17M CPAP, BiPAP masks over magnets that could affect implanted devices
The mask recall was announced after 14 serious injuries were reported, including pacemaker failure, arrhythmia, seizures, and irregular blood pressure, the FDA said.
Michigan nurse accused of not reporting medication error at veterans home
A nurse at a veterans home in Grand Rapids is accused of not reporting that incorrect medication doses were given to two people.
Nurse pleads guilty to tampering with painkiller syringes at Detroit hospital
A nurse who worked at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital in Detroit pleaded guilty to tampering with painkillers intended for patients in the critical care unit.
Michigan restores funding to organizations that help victims of sexual abuse after $6 million cut
Michigan's next budget was wrapped up in July but the impact of those changes are having some massive ramifications, specifically on organizations that help children who are victims of sexual and physical abuse.
Lyme disease vaccine: 1st potential shot in 20 years enters late-stage trial
The only prior Lyme vaccine for people, made by another company, was pulled off the U.S. market in 2002.
US declares monkeypox outbreak a public health emergency
The U.S. has declared a public health emergency to bolster the federal response to the outbreak of monkeypox that already has infected more than 6,600 Americans.