1st 2025 West Nile Virus-related death reported in Michigan
A person from west Michigan has died after becoming infected with West Nile Virus, according to the Kent County Health Department (KCHD).
A person from west Michigan has died after becoming infected with West Nile Virus, according to the Kent County Health Department (KCHD).
East Coast, Gulf states warn of rising flesh-eating bacteria infections
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
Health officials are warning about a summertime surge of Vibrio vulnificus infections, a flesh-eating bacteria found in warm coastal waters that has killed several people this year.
How to handle back-to-school stress
From starting a new school year to meeting new people, there are all kinds of daily challenges that can to a little anxiety for all of us.
From starting a new school year to meeting new people, there are all kinds of daily challenges that can to a little anxiety for all of us.
Peer-to-peer advisors a cornerstone of Wayne County teen suicide prevention effort
It has trained more than 5,500 adults to spot the signs. But arguably the biggest breakthrough for the program is kids talking with other kids, peer-to-peer.
It has trained more than 5,500 adults to spot the signs. But arguably the biggest breakthrough for the program is kids talking with other kids, peer-to-peer.
Understanding Pre-Diabetes in Adolescents: Insights and guidance from Corewell Health
Pre-diabetes is on the rise in adolescents. Addressing it early can slow or stop the progression to Type 2 diabetes and promote long-term health.
Pre-diabetes is on the rise in adolescents. Addressing it early can slow or stop the progression to Type 2 diabetes and promote long-term health.
Aubrey Plaza battles 'daily struggle' after husband’s death at 47
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Actress Aubrey Plaza is navigating the grief of losing her husband, director Jeff Baena, who died by suicide earlier this year.
Dormant cancers can be reawakened by flu, COVID: Study
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
A new Nature study suggests infections like influenza and COVID-19 can trigger dormant cancer cells to awaken, potentially raising the risk of recurrence and metastasis.
Doctors sound alarm over declining vaccination rates for children before back-to-school
In this TikTok era, many don’t just use social media to learn about trending topics but also for guidance on pertinent topics like healthcare issues. But doctors say when it comes to information about immunizations, TikTok is just chatter, not science.
In this TikTok era, many don’t just use social media to learn about trending topics but also for guidance on pertinent topics like healthcare issues. But doctors say when it comes to information about immunizations, TikTok is just chatter, not science.
Hate needles? Vaccines could soon be delivered via dental floss
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Researchers said more studies should be done on the potential for needle-free vaccination.
Beware of medical misinformation on social media
Doctor Anthony Youn recently found a video that was edited together of him endorsing a product he didn't even know about.
Doctor Anthony Youn recently found a video that was edited together of him endorsing a product he didn't even know about.
Meal hacks to remember with some help from the microwave
Remember the big three in your daily meals - fiber, healthy fat, and of course, protein.
Remember the big three in your daily meals - fiber, healthy fat, and of course, protein.
Kennedy Jr. may not target pesticides, processed foods, 'MAHA' draft report shows
The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.
The “Make America Healthy Again" commission released its latest draft report, which centers on promoting healthier diets and probing vaccines and prescription drugs.
Bat colony found in Grand Teton lodge, possibly exposing hundreds to rabies
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
Hundreds of people could potentially have been exposed to rabies during their summer vacation at Grand Teton National Park.
FDA warns Americans to avoid certain popular sunscreen products
Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.
Under current regulations, oils, lotions, creams, gels, butters, pastes, ointments and sticks are the only forms of sunscreen that are considered safe and effective.
Mars to release M&Ms and Skittles candy options without artificial dyes in 2026
The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.
The candymaker announced that four of its products will be made with a natural dye option starting next year.
Nonprofit helps people with disabilities ride in convertibles for Dream Cruise preview
The D-Man Foundation is helping those who are disabled enjoy a taste of the Dream Cruise in a special way Friday. Mydman.org has details on the Friday, Aug. 15 event from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
The D-Man Foundation is helping those who are disabled enjoy a taste of the Dream Cruise in a special way Friday. Mydman.org has details on the Friday, Aug. 15 event from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Kellogg's signs deal to remove toxic dyes from cereals
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
Other companies have verbally committed to removing food dyes, but Kellogg’s is the first to sign a legally binding agreement to remove food colorings.
Prediabetes numbers rise in US kids; doctor advises things to do
The impacts are cumulative over time. That's why catching it early and reversing it is so important.
The impacts are cumulative over time. That's why catching it early and reversing it is so important.
ChatGPT dietary advice sends man to hospital with dangerous chemical poisoning
Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.
Doctors warn AI lacks the medical judgment needed to properly advise on dietary needs after a patient was hospitalized with sodium bromide exposure.
Americans are drinking less than ever, poll finds
More people are not only consuming less alcohol but are being mindful about how much they drink based on findings in a recent poll.
More people are not only consuming less alcohol but are being mindful about how much they drink based on findings in a recent poll.