Smokeless tobacco banned at Detroit sports venues

The rule applies to both spectators and players, meaning neither those watching or those competing at Comerica Park can use the substance.

Just a little alcohol could increase dementia risk for seniors, study finds

A new study led by the University of Oxford, in collaboration with Yale and Cambridge, suggests that even small amounts of alcohol consumption may increase the risk of dementia in older adults.

Peanut allergies dropped significantly in last 10 years, study found

Changing advice on when to introduce young children to peanuts helped tens of thousands of kids avoid the allergy, a newly-published study found.

Weight loss surgery or medication?
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Figuring out how to lose weight and keep it off is a big challenge but a new study from the Cleveland Clinic details some interesting research.

Trump announces fertility drug maker lowering costs of medication for IVF patients

Women seeking fertility treatment are getting financial relief after the Trump administration reached a deal with pharmaceutical company EMD Serono to lower the cost of a common fertility medication.

Breast cancer patients need more than just physical support, doctor says
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When you hear the words breast cancer it's overwhelming. We'll talk about how doctors are helping patients not just medically but emotionally.

Protein powders, shakes contain high lead levels, analysis found

A new Consumer Reports investigation found protein powders and shakes have a concerning level of lead. Here are the products that were tested and what CR found.

Back and neck pain on the rise, thanks to looking at phones
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Think neutral - that means you are not bending your neck back or forward. In fact, when you go to bed you might not even want to use your pillow, say some experts.

Prostate cancer - symptoms, risk factors, and treatment

Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men after skin cancer, with approximately 1 in 8 men diagnosed in their lifetime. 

Biden undergoing radiation for prostate cancer

Former President Joe Biden's treatment for an aggressive form of prostate cancer has entered a new phase.

President Trump announces new drug-price deal with AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca has agreed to lower prescription drug costs for Medicaid under a deal with the Trump administration. Here’s what we know.

Detroit police partners with DWIHN to improve response to mental health calls

Detroit officers are often the first line of defense to handle mental health crises, but now there is a new pilot program to change all of that.

Detroit's Making Strides walk has special meaning for Hope Ambassador
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Sandy Harvey says amid her cancer battle she found support from her faith, her pastor husband, her church community, and her medical team.

Tigers fan learns to walk again after health emergency at Comerica Park in 2023

A Tigers fan who was at Wednesday's big game is happy to be able to cheer on her team after nearly losing her life outside Comerica Park two years prior.

CDC ends universal COVID vaccine recommendation, leaves decision to patients

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has ended its universal recommendation for COVID-19 vaccinations, instead leaving the decision to individual patients.

Breast cancer screening and early detection is key
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There are more ways than ever to know of the threat for breast cancer, including with genetic testing.